Solutions

Review a supplier revision against the agreed model.

Establish what changed before replacing the data used for manufacturing or inspection.

Reviewed 1 October 2026

Confirm the inputs

Ask for a revision identifier, the source CAD version, the export protocol and the intended unit. Preserve the delivered files before conversion or repair.

Compare the delivered geometry

Review component correspondence, changed surfaces and the available PMI. Check coordinate frames before interpreting a moved component as a shape change.

Return a precise review record

Use the report to identify the affected region or characteristic. Separate an observed difference from missing export information, and request a corrected file where necessary.

Keep commercial acceptance separate

A comparison can support a supplier discussion. It does not establish that a delivery meets every drawing, purchase-order or quality-system requirement.

Sources and further reading