A "product configurator" enables customers to create individual products according to their specific requirements. Product configurators are often used in the automotive, furniture or electronics industries. The product configurator guides the user through an interactive process where they can select different options and features to create a customized product for themselves. This can include colors, sizes, materials, functions and other individual features.
Typical functions of software in the "product configurator" domain include:
User guidance: The software guides the user through the configuration process, ensuring that all necessary options are considered.
Option selection: The software provides the user with a range of options for various features of the product, such as colors, sizes, materials, equipment, etc.
Visualization: The software allows the user to see changes in real-time and visually customize the product. This can be done through 3D models, images, or virtual views.
Price calculation: The software calculates the price of the configured product based on the selected options and displays it to the user.
Integration with other systems: The software can be integrated with other systems such as the inventory management system or the ordering system to streamline the ordering process.
Configuration storage: The software allows the user to save or share their individual configurations for later retrieval or sharing with others.
Error checking: The software checks the options selected by the user for compatibility and prevents inconsistencies or errors in the configuration.
Ordering and completion: The software allows the user to directly order the configured product and complete the purchasing process.