Product modularization

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These criteria are also valid in equal measures for modular technical systems. The precise definition of product modularity is provided by articulating a product system modularity construct in the domain of tangible assembled artifacts [3]. It focuses product modularity to the criteria of component separability and component combinability. This definition is finally related to other definitional perspectives synthesized by a literature review component commonality, function binding, interface standardization, and loose coupling. The nomological network of the product modularity construct is derived from it and subject to further validation. 

The module standard parts catalog, which exists in every modem CAD system, is an easy way to foster product modularity, not only because it provides standard parts (according to national and international standards), but also because it facilitates the insertion of external part libraries and carry-over parts as a CAD functionality. In this case, the designer s activity is limited to the selection, insertion and validation of such parts in an assembly. 

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The target of CM2 is the explanation of the concept product modularization in the context of supply chain management. Outsourcing is derived as a consequence of the concept of product modularization. Therefore, this chapter includes a thorough discussion of the implications of an outsourcing decision. Furthermore the concept of product modularization as well as the outsourcing decision are embedded into the supply chain strategies (Fig. 4.1). 

The first section identifies the concept of product modularization as a vital part of the manufacturing process. Product modularization is explained in further detail, whereby the benefits of modularization are clearly demonstrated. 

The fourth part depicts an alternative to modularization, namely, the formation of material groups, since some of the structural conditions circumvent the use of product modularization. 

Fig. 4.3 The nx)cess of product modularization in supply chain management, after Shamsuzzoha (2011)...

Customer segmentation Supplier segmentation Product modularization Activity allocation Supply chain governance Supporting activities... 

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