Companies that build configurable, multi-option, and customizable products are finding that a configurator can provide a competitive edge by reducing lead times, automating quotation documentation, increasing workforce efficiency, eliminating errors and rework, and increasing customer satisfaction. Introducing a configurator into an organization requires a considerable investment of both time and resources.

This white paper examines the capabilities of the four major categories of configurator products available in the market today:

• Knowledge-based engineering (KBE) solutions
• ERP configurator modules
• Product visualization solutions
• Enterprise product configurators

This white paper highlights the functionality that companies are looking for in a configurator today, and examines the scope of the four categories of configurators mentioned above. This document provides some of the key questions you should ask potential software vendors, and will help you select the right product for your company's needs.