A.) Overview
Users seeking more control over their scheduling and production process can use advanced routing structures. These structures guide the production, utilization, or installation of Make Items, Sub Assemblies, and Main Assemblies. Moreover, they enable users to run compatible operations concurrently.
1.) Structure
When using advanced structures, users can incorporate Make Items into Sub-Assemblies and then into Main Assemblies. This allows users to create instructions for operators to produce Items, Incorporate Items with others, and finally use them in the main assembly.
B.) Breakdown
Users can begin by breaking down complex routing into its most basic pieces and then building these pieces up into their final Main Assemblies.
1.) Sub Assemblies
In the illustrated example above, users have the flexibility to incorporate a multitude of 'Buy Items' and 'Make Items' into 'Sub Assemblies'. This diverse array of items can be arranged in a sequential order to create intricate Subassemblies. Users also have the capability to implement routing steps within these subassemblies. These routing steps serve as a scheduling tool, allowing users to effectively plan and control when various items are going to be produced.
This provides users with two options. Firstly, they can build upon the previous step of input items, creating a sequential workflow. Alternatively, users can opt for the production of a set of items simultaneously.
In situations where a 'Make Item' needs to be produced to meet a specific demand, this procedure also triggers the routing steps associated with that particular Make Item. This ensures operators are equipped with the necessary information to produce the item. Once produced, operators can then seamlessly incorporate this item into the Sub Assembly.
1.) Main Assemblies
In the illustrated example, users have the ability to intelligently incorporate a variety of 'Buy Items' and 'Make Items' into the creation of 'Sub Assemblies'. This process involves aligning different items together in a specific order to establish a sub-assembly. These 'Sub Assemblies', once created, can then be seamlessly integrated into the larger 'Main Assemblies'. This integration allows for a hierarchical, multi-tiered production process, wherein smaller sub-assemblies come together to form the main assembly. Furthermore, the routing steps embedded within the 'Main Assemblies' play a crucial role in this process. These steps can effectively trigger the production of 'Sub Assemblies' at the right moment and in the right sequence, ensuring a smooth, efficient, and well-orchestrated production process.
A.) Putting It All Together
The process of combining individual Items, Assemblies, and Main Assemblies, as depicted in the previous section, allows users to formulate intricate procedural steps for production. These steps form a unique sequence and provide a structured production plan.
Through the routing steps shown in our main assembly, users can gain a comprehensive understanding of the organized sequence in which the production process unfolds. This sequence provides a clear pathway that guides the production process, allowing users to monitor and manage the progression of their projects effectively.
The use of this advanced structure not only simplifies complex production processes but also provides a layer of transparency, enabling users to make informed decisions at every step of their production journey. It serves as a roadmap, indicating the order and manner in which various elements come together to form the final product.
C.) Simplifying Main Assemblies
The illustration provided above serves as a guide for users to easily understand and navigate the production process. Our main assembly is constructed of three specific routing sets. These routing sets play an essential role in determining the timing and sequence in which our sub-assemblies are created and then incorporated into the larger main assembly.
The function of these sub-assemblies dictates when 'Make Items' or 'Buy Items' are integrated into the production process or procured from external sources. These items can be anything from raw materials to finished components, each playing a role in the creation of the final product.
Upon the completion of one assembly route, the subsequent main assembly route can be initiated. This systematic approach ensures a smooth and efficient production process, with each route leading seamlessly into the next.
Users have the option to produce multiple sub-assemblies simultaneously. This feature is particularly beneficial when working with compatible items, as it allows for the aggregation of these items during production. This can significantly improve production efficiency and reduce the time taken to complete the final assembly.
In addition, users can incorporate items directly into the main assembly when it is applicable and beneficial to do so. This can bypass unnecessary steps and further streamline the production process.
D.) Summary
Advanced routing structures offer users greater control over their scheduling and production process, allowing for the production, utilization, or installation of Make Items, Sub Assemblies, and Main Assemblies. These structures enable the breakdown of complex routing into basic pieces, which can be built up into final Main Assemblies. Users can incorporate a multitude of 'Buy Items' and 'Make Items' into 'Sub Assemblies' and then into 'Main Assemblies', creating a hierarchical, multi-tiered production process. This process simplifies complex production processes and provides transparency, enabling informed decision-making at every production step.