Does every entry point require a drawing?
No. Supplier-base analysis can start with ERP files. Carbon screening can use part and catalogue characteristics and BOMs. Data coverage determines which conclusions are supported.
Explore the topic→FAQ
Your questions about technical procurement.
Specific answers about the platform’s data, outcomes and limits.
How does should-cost differ from a historical price?
Should-cost is calculated from technical characteristics and assumptions. Historical prices come from orders with specific quantities, dates and terms. A batch-size comparison explains setup allocation; a historical price provides a different reference point.
Explore the topic→Does Velanis search the global supplier market?
The matching workflow described here uses your existing supplier base. Requirements are compared with capabilities and evidence in the linked data. External discovery is separate; no global supplier network is promised here.
Explore the topic→Can I directly substitute a similar part?
No. Reference parts show technical similarity and differences. Function, tolerances and surface require expert review before interchangeability can be confirmed.
Explore the topic→How reliable is carbon screening?
It is a parametric PCF estimate in kg CO₂e, cradle-to-gate. Sources, factors and assumptions determine its reliability. Unassessed BOM items remain visible as gaps; a partial result must not be read as a complete footprint.
Explore the topic→What happens to STEP and DXF files?
They serve as CAD attachments and browser views on the part. Automatic feature extraction described here applies to drawing PDFs. A CAD view is not a part profile extracted from CAD.
Explore the topic→How does a pilot start?
We agree the procurement question, data scope, deliverables and acceptance criteria, then review example results together. Duration, price, operation, support and expansion are agreed for the specific scope.
Explore the topic→What connects the results?
Shared parts, suppliers and BOMs connect sources, saved runs and review points. Complete data, rerun analyses and share the relevant saved result internally.
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