An individual product unit, rather than a general product or model definition. It can carry its serial number and build-related information.
When to use it
Use it when tracking one particular built or ordered unit.
Key information
- Serial number distinguishes one individual unit.
- Actual build date records when the unit was built.
- Estimated build date records the planned build timing.
Common relationships
- Unit (Non-structure): Connects an Order or Model to an individual Unit associated with it.
- Folder (Non-structure): Connects an eligible record to a Folder used to organize its information.
- Subscription (Non-structure): Connects an eligible record to a subscribing Person or organizational record. It records an interest in selected events or updates for that record.
Working with this record
Identify the individual unit and check its serial number and build information. Confirm its model and order context before updating or relying on the record.
Example
Pump Unit SN-1001 is a Unit associated with Model P-100.
Choosing the right type
Choose Unit for one individual product unit. Model defines the offering, Item defines engineering information, and Order records the commercial context.
