Compiling Component Library Data
The aPriori Wire Harness and PCBA VPEs come with an empty Component Library that needs to be populated with current data applicable to your installation. This Component Library serves as a cross-reference between your company's approved parts list for wire harness or PCBA design (typically using internal part numbers) and manufacturer and supplier part numbers along with information such as current cost, life cycle status, etc.
There are at least a couple of ways that this data can be compiled:
• Your company may already maintain this information. If so, you can format it and import it into aPriori.
• Your company may maintain only an approved parts list but have a preferred method of acquiring corresponding manufacturer and supplier data, and pricing information for individual components. In this case, you need to compile the data using your company's preferred process, then format it and import it into aPriori.
• Your company may maintain only an approved parts list but does not have any preferred or established process for acquiring corresponding manufacturer and supplier data, and pricing information for individual components. In this case, you can work with third-party aPriori partner such as Ciiva to acquire real-time pricing and availability information from a wide range of different suppliers. As above, you then format the output from the third-party and import it into aPriori.
Note: This initial set-up procedure needs to be done only once. You can periodically revisit this procedure to update your information as needed. If you are not sure whether or not you need to go through this procedure, contact your Professional Services representative.