Abstract
In Engineering-to-Order (ETO) industries, configuration system and product architecture must be closely aligned to support efficient customization, as both the digital model and the design model describe the same product. However, in practice, there may be misalignments between these two domains. Using the Multiple-Domain Matrix (MDM) framework, the study captures internal interfaces within product architecture and configuration system, as well as cross-domain relationships between them. The framework was applied in a modular construction company as a case study and demonstrates the practical value of MDM for diagnosing alignment issues and supporting more consistent development of product architecture and configuration system. While the findings are based on a single case, this study offers practical insights and sets a foundation for future research, particularly in ETO companies with complex configuration systems.
| Original language | English |
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| Title of host publication | Proceedings of the 27th International Dependency and Structure Modelling Conference : Integrating systems across multiple domains |
| Editors | Ali A. Yassine, Christopher Langner, Matthias Kreimeyer, Tyson R. Browning, Steven D. Eppinger |
| Publisher | Stevens Institute of Technology |
| Publication date | 2025 |
| Pages | 70-78 |
| Publication status | Published - 2025 |
| Event | The 27th International Dependency and Structure Modelling Conference - Stevens Institute of Technology, Hoboken, United States Duration: 24 Sept 2025 → 26 Sept 2025 |
Conference
| Conference | The 27th International Dependency and Structure Modelling Conference |
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| Location | Stevens Institute of Technology |
| Country/Territory | United States |
| City | Hoboken |
| Period | 24/09/2025 → 26/09/2025 |
Keywords
- Product Architecture
- Configuration System
- Alignment
- ETO
- MDM