The modular parts list is a special form of parts list that is used in production planning to represent the structure of a product. It describes the individual assemblies of a product and lists only the directly associated components and parts that belong to an assembly, without taking into account lower production levels.
- Modularity: Each part or assembly is treated as an independent “kit.” This makes it possible to make changes or additions at individual levels without adapting the entire product structure.
- Focus on one level: In contrast to the structural parts list, which shows the entire product in a hierarchical display, the modular parts list only ever shows the next higher level.
- Application: It is often used in series production or in the manufacture of products with multiple sub-assemblies, such as in the automotive industry.
In the context of fulfillment and handling, the modular parts list plays a decisive role, particularly in the efficient processing of complex products and their storage.
