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wrote:
> Greetings:
>
> I am interested in gaining some backgound information and guidance on
> the development of product specifications -- more geared to
> determining a definition for "Product Specification".
A product spec defines an end-item-requirement, i.e. what you
want when all is said and done. It should define all physical
installation
interfaces, all functional interfaces & operation, and specify how those
interfaces and operations are tested. It should NOT define how the
product
in made.
>
> Questions such as:
> Where does a product spec end and process spec begin?
Process spec is the ultimate "how-to" spec and is the opposite of a
Product Spec.
> What's the difference between a product spec and a BOM?
BOM lists all the parts that make up an assembly. A Product Spec does not
have a BOM. A Product Spec may require the use of certain part(s) if that
is
essential to the end item functionality, but the balance of the parts
should
not be so defined.
> What is the proper relation****p between a product spec and product
> inspection?
The Product Spec should completely define how the product is inspected
and tested.
> Insight and/or pointers to sources of information would be greatly
> appreciated.
MIL-STD-961...although what I've posted here is general and in no way
unique to military procurement.
--
Harry Andreas
Engineering raconteur
