The Optiwise™ Solution

Product architecture is captured in Optiwise™ by defining product models, which are composed of re-usable product items such as requirements, features, components, solutions, systems and modules. Product items are linked to each other with rules, which represent the relationships between the various items. Modeling and modularization process guidelines steer collaborative modeling, so that modelled solutions can be re-used, and used effectively in modularization.

With Optiwise™ the effects of engineering changes on the product architecture can be controlled. When an engineering change is introduced, Optiwise™ enables users to identify those services and products that are affected. No time or revenue is lost due to unforeseen conflicts or restrictions. Furthermore, Optiwise™ enables product teams at each tier of the value chain to verify how well their offering fits targeted customer requirements.