cmisztur - Wednesday, November 7, 2012 4:52 PM:
Hi.
I was curious how other users handle manufacturer parts that come in packs? I have added PK and PC UMs to the list. One of my manufactured parts arrives as 1 PK of 10 PC at $10/PK. What unit and UM should I use in the BOM ALM? 0.1PK or 1PC ?
Dave_Rollinson - Monday, November 12, 2012 6:41 AM:
This is really an ERP related question, where you may be dealing with different units for a Part (unit, box , case etc.)
For clarity in your BOM it would be better to use 1 PC (or EA) and maybe convert the BOM data when exporting to your ERP.
Many ERP systems can have a base unit defined (like "Each") with alternate purchasing units like BOX defined as multiples of the base unit.
You may also get similar issues with adhesives and lubricants where you measure in millilitres but buy as a can or bottle.
Using a "base unit" can also help remove the problem of a change in pack size (e.g. your supplier changes from a pack of 12 to a pack of 10).
