Packaging Bills of Materials: Connect the Design with Purchasing

Give each component a place in the assembly

A packaging bill of materials describes the components and quantities needed for a configuration. Depending on the design, that can include containers, inserts, pallets and other assigned materials.

Build from the reviewed configuration

Start with the selected parts, packing arrangement and assembly quantities. The bill of materials carries those choices into the material and cost view. Review it when the part count, insert layout or container selection changes.

Keep prices and supplier information current

Component quantities explain what the project needs. Unit costs and supplier data explain the investment and purchasing options. Review both before using the result for a purchase decision.

Connect design, demand and supply

Optipacker connects configuration quantities with demand planning and purchasing workflows. Forecasts and requisitions can support early planning, while purchase release follows the applicable design and supply review gates.

Use those review steps to confirm that the intended design, quantities and supply information are ready for the requested purchasing action.

Review changes as an assembly

A different insert can change parts per container. A different container can change the pallet arrangement. Follow the effect through the bill of materials and the required packaging pool before updating the investment or purchase requirements.

The returnable container loop worked example shows how these quantities set the pool size and the payback.

See the connected packaging workflow or review the key concepts.