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The process of defining and maintaining the information about a unique supply chain network for a group of similar or complimentary products through their full life cycle, including the evaluation of market need, product realization (development, introduction and production), product discontinuation, and after-market support. This element also includes the management of critical sub processes needed to manage the life cycle of individual item numbers including item masters, routings, event planning (promotions, etc.), ABC classification, rationalization, and bill of materials. |