Machine Architecture Consulting
From sales concept to SAT with clear architecture, interfaces, and acceptance criteria
The Problem
Many companies face similar challenges when trying to create value from their technical data and processes.
Many machine projects start with a strong sales concept but without architecture that holds all the way to commissioning. This creates unclear interfaces, scope drift, and expensive surprises when mechanics, electrical, software, and safety meet in reality.
These challenges often result in concrete problems:
- Sales concept cannot be directly translated to buildable requirements
- Interfaces between disciplines are unclear (mech/elec/PLC/robot/safety)
- SAT becomes firefighting instead of verification
Why It Matters
Why does this matter? Look at the broader impact:
When architecture isn't clear from the start, you pay later: more changes, more misunderstandings, and more risk at handover. Good architecture is about removing surprises, not making more documents.
Key metrics we focus on:
Number of changes during the project
Open issues at FAT/SAT
Time to stable operation
Our Solution
Here's how we approach the solution:
Architecture and system breakdown showing what the machine consists of and how parts connect
Requirements and acceptance criteria so 'done' becomes testable
Interface specs with clear boundaries between mechanics, electrical, software, safety, and suppliers
Test strategy from day one with FAT/SAT planned as verification, not troubleshooting
Results
The comparison between the starting point and the result shows the concrete value the solution can create.
Good concept but unclear what actually needs to be built and tested
Architecture driving decisions, deliveries, and tests all the way to SAT
The concrete results include:
- Fewer surprises because interfaces and responsibilities are clear
- Faster decisions because requirements and criteria are concrete
- Smoother FAT/SAT because testing is done against agreed acceptance criteria
Want a machine project that can be delivered without surprises?
We can help analyze your situation and identify opportunities for similar solutions.