We created this in response to a requirement from the client who wanted to offer customers the capability of constructing their own desking configuration requirements in real time, online. The complication was that no matter what combination of options the customer might choose, the end result should also produce be a dynamically generated part number that would translate into a meaningful shorthand back at the production facility. The sheer number of desk combinations that can be created from variations on pedestal numbers, sizes, drawer and cupboard options runs, literally, into thousands so it immediately become obvious that simply listing all the possible variations was a non-starter. Our solution was to generate the part number in response the the customer's selection options, any of which can be changed at any time. The result is wonderfully simple in use, and is capable of adaption to a wide range of applications.
For example, A generated part number of DL53R52C6 means:
Desk: Left pedestal:500mm width: 3 drawers - Right pedestal: 500mm width: 2 drawers - Centre drawer: 600mm width
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