For many suppliers in the aerospace value chain, business commences when the customer shares the Technical Data Package (TDP) that defines the detailed requirements for a specific part. To convert the customer TDP into the necessary internal documentation, suppliers must expend large amounts of effort. This generally involves passing along copies of the TDP to each functional discipline, which not only results in redundant and laborious work, but it introduces technical risk.There are now software tools available that enable an intelligent TDP that provides more value than just sharing a 3D CAD model. These tools electronically organize and integrate all elements of the TDP independent of the PLM software in use. The application of the intelligent TDP has enabled a 30% reduction in supply chain inefficiencies.
Improving the Supply Chain by Sharing Intelligent Technical Data Packages
Sae Int. J. Aerosp
Aerospace Technology Conference and Exposition ; 2009
Sae International Journal of Aerospace ; 2 , 1 ; 83-86
2009-11-10
4 pages
Conference paper
English
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