Determine the product component integration sequence.

The product components that are integrated may include those that are a part of the product to be delivered along with test equipment, test software, or other integration items such as fixtures. Once you have analyzed alternative test and assembly integration sequences, select the best integration sequence.

The product integration sequence can provide for incremental assembly and evaluation of product components that provide a problem-free foundation for incorporation of other product components as they become available, or for prototypes of high-risk product components.

The integration sequence should be harmonized with the selection of solutions and the design of product and product components in the Technical Solution process area.

Refer to the Decision Analysis and Resolution process area for more information about using a formal evaluation process to select the appropriate product integration sequence.

Refer to the Risk Management process area for more information about identifying and handling risks associated with the integration sequence.

Refer to the Supplier Agreement Management process area for more information about transitioning acquired product components and the need for handling those product components in the product integration sequence.

Typical Work Products

1.    Product integration sequence

2.    Rationale for selecting or rejecting integration sequences

Subpractices

1.    Identify the product components to be integrated.

2.    Identify the verifications to be performed during the integration of the product components.

3.    Identify alternative product component integration sequences.

This can include defining the specific tools and test equipment to support the product integration.

4.    Select the best integration sequence.

5.    Periodically review the product integration sequence and revise as needed.

Assess the product integration sequence to ensure that variations in production and delivery schedules have not had an adverse impact on the sequence or compromised the factors on which earlier decisions were made.

6.    Record the rationale for decisions made and deferred.