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Product Explorer

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Aftermarket

Provide transparency for Aftermarket product management

Analyze how functions are implemented across ECUs, components, and signals to reveal how failures spread across product variants. Identify weak points and recurring issues, visualizes their system-level impact, and supports design simplification and product optimization.

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Data Type	Description	Typical sources	File Formats needed
Function Data	Mappings between logical functions, software modules, and hardware components (including function hierarchy and realizations)	Company specific system	.json .xml
Signal Data	Sender-receiver mappings, communication buses, signal properties, variants	Signal databases (e.g. DBC, ARXML)	.dbc .arxml
Vehicle Architecture	Logical and physical structure: components, ECUs, buses, gateways, topologies	Company specific system	.json .xml
Variant Configuration	Mapping of feature/function/component presence across vehicle variants	Company specific system	.json .xml
Issue Tickets	Description, criticality, affected car, software release, affected function incl. linked parts & software, …	Company specific system
Data definition	As-is-state of signals, sender-/receiver-ECUs as well as the defined bits	Company specific system	.arxml

What is Engineering Intelligence ?

SPREAD’s Engineering Intelligence is a specialized network of AI agents designed specifically for engineers. It is built on three core layers: Rapid Date Ingestion: Connectors integrate data from diverse engineering tools, creating a unified environment where AI agents access structured and unstructured data. Product Twin (PT): Powered by a robust Knowledge Graph, the PT is a digital replica of each product that organizes and contextualizes data, offering a single source of truth. It enables AI agents to analyze product relationships, anticipate challenges, and deliver context-aware insights. Action Cloud: This processing hub is where SPREAD’s AI agents operate, automating tasks like compliance checks, requirements optimization, and error management. Together, these layers enable engineers to focus on innovation while Agentic EI manages the data-intensive tasks.

What is an Engineering Intelligence Graph (EI Graph) ?

The Engineering Intelligence Graph (EI Graph) is the core technology behind SPREAD, mapping and linking various data points and relationships within product data to provide a comprehensive and actionable overview. If you like to learn more about it, please watch our video: Introduction to GraphQL.

What types of data does SPREAD Product Explorer connect and analyze?

The solution connects various data sources, including CAD models, Bills of Materials (BoM), wiring harness data (KBL/VEC standards), and spare parts catalogs. This enables a structured and interactive overview of product configurations and lifecycle updates for Aftermarket operations.

How does SPREAD Product Explorer integrate with existing systems, including PLMs and PDMs?

SPREAD Product Explorer integrates CAD models, Bill of Materials (BOM), wiring harness data (KBL/VEC standards), and can even integrate spare parts catalogs. It also processes repair workflows, disassembly sequences, and technical documentation to enable VIN-specific authoring, validation, and optimization of service procedures. 3D CAD models provide interactive visualizations for precise repair planning and spare parts verification.

Can Product Explorer be customized to meet my specific Aftermarket requirements?

Yes, Product Explorer is designed to adapt to Aftermarket needs. It provides visibility into repair workflows, installed components, and lifecycle data. It is expected to integrate with PLM, PDM, and ERP systems for seamless aftermarket operations.

How does Product Explorer enhance visibility into vehicle and component data?

Product Explorer centralizes fleet and component data, providing real-time visibility into installed parts, software versions, BoM updates, and OTA changes. This ensures aftermarket teams have accurate, up-to-date information to improve service efficiency, optimize spare part planning, and reduce warranty costs.

How does Product Explorer update with changes in vehicle design or service procedures?

Product Explorer is planned to support workflow updates based on evolving BOM, CAD, and engineering data. The goal is to allow service teams to work with the most up-to-date repair sequences, reflecting new vehicle configurations and service requirements as they become available.

Can you show me how Product Explorer works?

Yes, we'd be happy to schedule a follow-up meeting to demonstrate how the solution can integrate with your workflow. Reach out to us through our website or contact our team directly to book your session.