Variant Management
reduces model version diversity by defining a conceptual feature definition of
a model version, which can be used as a framework for a diverse but modular
platform.
- Product configurations are created in the context of
a model version or logical feature. The Product Configuration Comparison
capability allows you to compare similarities and differences based on selected
options across multiple product configurations, and to output the results in a
report.
- Logical features are usually multiple levels
deep. When a design variant is added at the leaf level, it is rolled up to
the higher level. Logical features can be copied between model versions. The
Copy From and Copy To
capabilities allow you to carry out these operations in a single window,
without having to switch back and forth if the source or destination object
needs to be changed.
Product Line Management
is a required, shared component of
Variant Management
.
Product Line Management
provides the tools for managing product lines,
models, model versions, portfolios, builds, and
other associated objects. Its usage is described in the
Product Line
Management User's Guide.