scope:

Structure of the PDI Defence Standard series

The scope of this Def Stan covers the preparation, exchange, and in-service management of product definition information delivered as part of a MOD contract. Each Part of this Standard has a distinct scope, as defined below.

Def Stan 05-10 Part 0: General Introduction to Product Definition Information

Part 0, this Part, provides an introduction to the concept of Product Definition Information, including an explanation of the intent for the standard and the terminology used to express general requirements.

Def Stan 05-10 Part 1: Hardcopy Product Definition Information Part 1 describes the preparation, exchange, and in-service management of PDI, delivered as hardcopy documentation or microform during the course of contemporary projects, shall be subject to the requirements of Part 1 of this Def Stan. The in-service management of legacy hardcopy and microform product definition and representation data is also covered.

Def Stan 05-10 Part 2: Digital Product Definition Information

Part 2 describes the requirements for the preparation, exchange, and in-service management of digital PDI. This includes 2D and 3D CAD data, digital image data and supporting digital documentation.

Def Stan 05-10 Part 3: Product Definition Information Guidance

Part 3 describes best practice for the implementation of Parts 1 and 2 of this Standard in a contract. The Guidance Document is intended for use both internally by the MOD and externally by its contractual partners.