Assembly Lab Overview
Dynamic Resource Management
Assembly Lab transforms traditional lab management with a flexible, dynamic system for resource management and order fulfillment. Unlike static configurations in conventional labs, Assembly Lab allows fluid movement of sub-resources to meet specific blueprint requirements.
Key Features
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Flexible Blueprint Resolution: Unlike standard blueprint resolution that requires complete solutions, Assembly Lab allows partial solutions. Users can make changes to inventory or requests to gradually achieve the desired state.
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Route Handling: Routes between resources are not immediately solved, but the system tries to select connected resources.
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Sandbox Creation: A sandbox is created even if not all requirements are met, enabling users to proceed while resolving outstanding needs.
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Whole and Sub-Resource Utilization: The system prioritizes whole resources to minimize fragmentation. If unavailable, it utilizes sub-resources from other resources.
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Port Matching: Ports are matched within the same resource, maintaining logical connections.
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Abstract Resources Modification: Abstract resources can be added and modified directly in a sandbox.
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Fixed Devices: Fixed devices are used only as complete resources.
Completing Work Order Resources
For a work order resource to be marked as completed:
- All sub-resources must match their parent requirements.
- Resources must match the model and required values.
- The hierarchy of work order resources must be completed.
User Interaction and Negotiation
- Sandbox Interaction: Lab managers and customers can negotiate and adjust requirements.
- Capability Sets: User groups are managed with specific access levels and permissions.
- Sticky Notes: Notes can be added to blueprints and sandboxes for clarification and communication.
- Work Order Comments: Lab managers can leave comments on work orders for customer updates.
Assembly Lab offers a revolutionary approach to lab management, enhancing flexibility and resource efficiency.