Modular and Integral

• There are two ways to do this in Product Architecture.

• Combination type (modular)

• Integral

• modular

• Combine relatively large [parts

• Locally efficient in that parts can be reused

  • Interaction between modules must follow a standardized protocol

• Extra overhead and inefficiencies occur in seam of parts

  • Worse than integral type in terms of Global Features such as overall footprint, weight, power consumption, etc.

• Module components can be independent products and can be easily procured from other companies

  • Modularity Trap # Trap

• integral

• Small component granularity

• Interactions are not standardized.

• Sometimes you can create a competitive edge by tuning to the crunch.

• Modular and Integral - Two Ways of Product Architecture : From the Journal of a Time Consultant

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