1. Getting Started
Logging In
Access BaseLinx PLM through your web browser at your organization's URL. Enter your credentials to sign in.
👤 Demo Accounts
Use the following test accounts:
- Admin: demo@baselinx.com / demo123
- CM: cm@baselinx.com / cm123
- Engineer: engineer@baselinx.com / engineer123
🔐 Security
BaseLinx supports ITAR/CUI data markings and role-based access control for defense programs.
2. Dashboard Overview
The Configuration Management Dashboard provides real-time visibility into your CM processes with AI-powered insights.
Key Dashboard Components
📊 AI Executive Summary
Real-time metrics showing Program Health, Configuration Risk Level, and Readiness Status.
🔗 Digital Thread Health
AI-calculated score showing traceability, consistency, and connectivity metrics.
💡 AI Insight Feed
Live feed of AI-detected issues including conflicts, duplicates, and optimization opportunities.
📈 Statistics
Total CIs, Open ECOs, Pending Tasks, and Compliance percentage at a glance.
3. AI Intelligence Features AI-Powered
BaseLinx includes embedded AI capabilities that transform configuration data into actionable intelligence.
AI Configuration Intelligence
Click the "AI Analyze" button in the header to run a comprehensive configuration analysis.
What AI Analyzes:
| Analysis Type | Description | Severity Levels |
|---|---|---|
| Inconsistencies | Detects revision mismatches, missing approvals, non-standard formats | HIGH / MEDIUM / LOW |
| Duplicates | Identifies similar parts that could be consolidated | Similarity % |
| Traceability Gaps | Parts missing BOM links, requirements, or manufacturing data | MEDIUM |
| Recommendations | AI-suggested optimizations and compliance improvements | Actionable |
AI Insight Feed
The floating panel on the right side shows live AI insights:
- Critical (Red) - Immediate attention required
- Warning (Yellow) - Review recommended
- Info (Cyan) - Optimization opportunity
- Success (Green) - Positive compliance trends
AI Impact Prediction for ECOs
When creating a new ECO, click "AI Impact Analysis" to predict:
- Affected assemblies and revision changes
- Estimated cost breakdown (engineering, tooling, testing)
- Supplier implications and lead times
- Schedule risk assessment with milestone delays
- AI-recommended actions with priority and owner assignments
4. Change Control
Manage Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) and Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) with full DD Form 1692 compliance.
Creating a New ECP
- Click "+ New ECP" in the Change Control tab
- Fill in Basic Info (title, description, priority)
- Complete DD Form 1692 blocks
- Add affected Configuration Items
- Click "AI Impact Analysis" to predict downstream effects
- Submit for CCB review
5. Parts Management
View and manage all Configuration Items (CIs) with full revision history and data markings.
Part Information Includes:
🏷️ Part Number
Aerospace dash-number format (XXX-XXX-XXX)
📋 Status
Released, In Review, Draft, Obsolete
🔒 Data Markings
ITAR, CUI, Proprietary classifications
👤 Ownership
Owner, responsible engineer, approval history
6. BOM Management
Bill of Materials management with multi-level structure visualization and AI-powered analysis.
BOM Features:
- Multi-level BOM structure with indented views
- Where-used analysis for parts
- AI duplicate detection across BOMs
- Configuration variant management
- Export to ERP/MES systems
7. Manufacturing Environment NEW
Access the Wire & Metal Manufacturing module through the environment switcher in the header.
Manufacturing Features:
🏭 Machines
Equipment registry with OEE tracking
📦 Materials
Material library with properties
🔧 Tooling
Tool life and maintenance tracking
📊 Analytics
Downtime pareto, cost analysis, quality metrics
8. Reporting & Analytics
Generate compliance reports and analytics dashboards for program reviews.
Available Reports:
| Report Type | Description |
|---|---|
| Configuration Status Report | Current state of all CIs with revision history |
| ECO Status Report | Open/closed ECOs with approval timeline |
| Digital Thread Health | AI-generated traceability analysis |
| Compliance Audit Report | FCA/PCA readiness assessment |