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Components

A "component" refers to an individual part, material, or sub-assembly that is used to manufacture a finished product. Each component has its unique attributes, such as part number, description, quantity, unit of measure, cost, and supplier details.

Here's a simple way to think about it:

Imagine you're making a bicycle. The Bill of Materials, or BOM for that bicycle would list all the parts required to assemble it, including:

  • The frame
  • Wheels (which might be further broken down into rims, spokes, tires, and tubes)
  • Brakes (which could be split into brake pads, brake levers, brake cables, etc.)
  • Gears
  • Handlebars
  • Saddle
  • Pedals
  • And so on...

Each of these parts is a "component" in the BOM. Some components can be straightforward items like screws and bolts, while others can be complex sub-assemblies with their own BOMs. For instance, the wheel, as mentioned above, can be a sub-assembly with various components making up that sub-assembly.

Managing BOMs effectively is crucial for manufacturers, as it helps them keep track of the required components, their specifications, and their sources, ensuring that the final product is made consistently and to the desired quality standards.

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Adding a Component to Turbine​

From the Components Page, in the upper right, select "New Component."

In the "Create Component" modal, add the Name, Remote SKU, Cost, and any additional fields.

Hit "Create Component" to save changes.

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How to edit the Remote SKU on a Component in Turbine​

The Remote SKU of a component can only be edited on the component details page. After navigating to the component details page, select the "Edit" button adjacent to the Remote SKU. A modal will pop up with a text box that can be edited. Your change will permeate through the app upon saving. Remote SKUs must be unique; if you encounter an error preventing you from saving, this means that there is another component with an identical RemoteSKU.

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How to Edit the Cost of a Component in Turbine​

The cost of a Component can only be edited on the component details page. After navigating to the component details page, select the "Edit" button adjacent to the cost. A modal will pop up with a text box that can be edited. Your change will permeate through the app upon saving.

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How to Edit the Weight of a Component in Turbine​

The weight of a Component can only be edited on the component details page. After navigating to the component details page, select the "Edit" button adjacent to the weight. A modal will pop up with a text box that can be edited. Your change will permeate through the app upon saving.

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How to archive a Component in Turbine​

  1. Go to the Components Page.
  2. Next, select the Component you want to archive.
  3. Alternatively, you can bang search by typing CMD+K or CTRL+K and !c and type the Component you want to archive.
  4. Hit the “Archive” button at the top right-hand side of your screen.

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Components Template​

Sheet: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Uqit0iC1gfSABYqllImngTxJjXubPA9KmwoI4lrvBNs/edit#gid=381549087

Please make a copy of the above sheet before sharing Components in Slack with your account contact.