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1. 87 Cost Function Man Time 07 Cost Function Lease_Property 89 Cost Function Generic Cost 90 Cost Function Maintenance Cost 90 ASSIGNING COST FUNCTIONS TO COST NODES 91 RUNNING AN ANALYSIS 99 DEBUGGING AN 515 entr rennen 100 REPORTING ON ANALYSIS RESULTS 102 105 HOW TO CREATE COST 105 HOW TO DELETE A COST NODE 107 How TO REORDER THE COST 11 3 107 HOW TO FIND A COST NODE 107 HOW TO CREATE A PART TREE AND 107 HOW TO CREATE A TIME SEQUENCE AND ASSOCIATED TIME POINTS 108 HOW TO CREATE GLOBAL VARIABLES esee enne 110 How TO DEFINE COST FUNCTIONS cicer 112 How TO
2. 43 THE TIME POINTS DIALOG eene nnns 43 Adding Time 4 0 43 Inserting Time Points 44 Modifying Time Points 44 Deleting Time 44 THE GLOBAL VARIABLES DIALOG 1 1 n n 45 Adding Global Variables eene 45 Renaming Global Variables eene 45 Deleting Global Variables eene 46 THE GLOBAL VARIABLE VALUES DIALOG 46 Editing Global Variable Values eene 46 THE COST FUNCTIONS DIALOG eee e e nennen 47 Adding Cost Functions 48 Renaming Cost Functions eese eene nennen 48 Deleting Cost Functions 48 Creating Cost Function Equations eese 48 Adding Local Variables tees 50 Renaming Local Variables 51 Deleting Local 1 5 51 Adding Cost Node References 2 52 Renaming Cost Node References essere 52 Deleting Cost Node
3. 53 THE GLOBAL FUNCTIONS DIALOG 222 53 Adding Global Functions eene 53 Renaming Global Functions eene 54 Deleting Global Functions 54 Creating Global Function Equations 54 THE USER FUNCTIONS DIALOG 55 Adding User Functions rie 55 Renaming User 56 Deleting User Functions esee 56 Creating User Function Equations eee 56 IccWare V3 0 iii THE PART TREE VARIABLES 57 Adding Part Tree Variables eee 57 Renaming Part Tree 99966 58 Deleting Part Tree sse 58 THE RUN ANALYSIS DIALOG 59 Selecting Time Sequences for the Analysis esses 59 Running the Analysis eese eene 59 Running in Debug eene 60 Editing Global Cost or User Functions eese 60 Debug Commands 60 THE BROWSE 62 Definitions Trelier iris 62 References List y etu ete ay aa itcr o E ES ap 63 THE CONSISTENCY CHECK 63 CONSISTENCY CHECKS
4. 3 IMPROVED COPY AND PASTE BETWEEN PROJECTS 4 SCROLLING CONTAINER FOR CONTROLS 5 INDENTURE t ie e e pee due 5 COST NODE UNIQUE NAME scsssccsececeesessececececsesennsceceeeceesenseaeeeeseeenes 5 COST FUNCTION 5 IMPROVED BROWSE 14 106 6 VARIABLE NAME CHANGES MODIFY REFERENCES IN FUNCTIONS 6 OVERVIEWS 7 ECCWARE UE ee DN 7 TIME SEQUENCES pe tei en od 9 cete cx det eden 9 GLOBAL V ARIABLBS 5 ket ecce eie tete eunt 9 8 9 10 COST FUN TONS eee eed 11 EOCAE V ARIABEBS ete tee nb devi dee Red eun 11 COST NODE REFERENCES 11 GLOBAL FUNCTIONS aa 11 USER FUNCTIONS E E E E E E E EEEE 12 LIBRARY Sha et EE 12 Using the Library bess kite teer ege E 12 Modifying the Library eee eene eene 12 PROJECT WIZARD ettet itecto 13 IccWare V3
5. 64 THE USER ADMINISTRATION DIALOG 65 Adding New User uctor bert t 65 Deleting Users enc t 65 Changing a User Password essere 65 Selecting the User Security Group eee 66 THE CHANGE PASSWORD 66 THE OPTIONS 67 The Global Tab eec oer Re 67 The Project Settings Tab 67 The Project Description Tab 68 THE VIEW OPTIONS 22 69 THE SENSITIVITY STUDY DIALOG esee eee 70 Selecting a Variable Type essere 70 Selecting a Variable to Vary 70 Deleting a Variation iot t dva dette 71 LCCWARE TUTORIAL e eeeeee ense entente tnn tasto staat tn tosta tuse ta an 73 INTRODUCTION one SE I D RU Re OM 73 LIFE CYCLE COST 000 76 CREATING THE COST 78 TIME SEQUENCES AND TIME POINTS 719 DEFINING GLOBAL V 6 81 CREATING THE PART 84 ASSIGNING VALUES TO PART TREE VARIABLES 85 iv IccWare V3 0 Contents DEFINING COST FUNCTIONS
6. 30 PART TREES WIN OM 31 Part Trees Structure ee de tenete it ont ve loasevesdssevscs 31 How to Delete a Part Tree or Part 32 How to Reorder the Part Trees or 1 32 a is eter NS 33 Constant Variable 33 Time Dependent Variable Values esee 34 COST TREE LIBRARY WINDOW 35 PART TREES LIBRARY 100 36 DIALOG DESCRIPTIONS ccssssscssssscccssssccccssscccsssssccessseccscssssees 37 THE NEW PROJECT DIALOG 37 THE PROJECT WIZARD 14 00 38 The Select Project Options 38 ii IccWare V3 0 Contents The Creating Time Sequences Dialog 2 39 The Creating Time Points Dialog essere 40 The Selecting Cost Nodes Dialog 4 THE TIME SEQUENCES DIALOG 42 Adding Time 8 42 Renaming Time Sequences 42 Deleting Time 9 16
7. 146 CONSTANT LOCAL VARIABLES eee e en nennen nennen nnne nena 146 CONSTANT LOCAL VARIABLE 146 CONSTANT LOCAL VARIABLE SENSITIVITY eere 147 TIME DEPENDENT LOCAL V ARIABLES eee nennen 147 TIME DEPENDENT LOCAL VARIABLE VALUES eee 148 TIME DEPENDENT LOCAL VARIABLE 149 PART TREES ORE 149 PARTS unu NIU RIO 149 CONSTANT PART TREE 5 150 CONSTANT PART TREE VARIABLE 6 enne 150 TIME DEPENDENT PART TREE VARIABLES eee enne 151 TIME DEPENDENT PART TREE VARIABLE VALUES 151 ANALYSIS RESULTS cetera NU OE 152 USER FUNCTION RESULTS iiie rre ERE 153 PART TREE RESULTS CONSTANT VARIABLES 154 PART TREE RESULTS TIME DEPENDENT 155 APPENDIX IV LCCWARE PROJECT DATABASE 157 COST FUNCTIONS 157 GLOBAL FUNCTIONS nnn nnn 157 USER FUNCTIONS 157 TIME SEQUENCES 158 RESULTS 2000 000000000 000 158 TME PON ster 158 CONSTANT GLOBA
8. Cumulative Cost Node Value Again you can see the report more clearly by setting the View Fit to Screen menu option off To display a report containing the structure of the cost tree in diagrammatic format choose the Cost Nodes Expanded report from the Diagram Reports folder in the Report Explorer You can print the reports by first selecting the one you require then choosing either the File Print menu option or the Print Report toolbar button 104 IccWare V3 0 How To How This section provides a quick reference on how to carry out various tasks in IccWare How to Create a Cost Node In order to create a cost tree you must first open a new project by choosing the File New Project option or equivalent toolbar button if you are not already in a new project There are three methods of creating cost nodes The first method uses the Edit Add Cost Node facility the second uses the Cut Copy and Paste options and the third uses drag and drop These alternatives are explained in the following paragraphs After opening a new project the root node will be selected and its name will be highlighted Next choose the Edit Add Cost Node option click on the Add Cost Node button on the toolbar or choose Add Cost Node from the right button pop up menu Then type a cost node unique name into the text box in the resulting Name dialog this is also assigned to the cost node name and click o
9. Constant Local Variable Sensitivity Field Name Type Import Index Option Disabled Field Names Comments Cost Text Yes Function Name Variable Text Name RR RN Long 0 Percent Integer 1 Offset 2 Absolute Time Dependent Local Variables Field Name Type Import Index Option Disabled Field Names Comments IccWare V3 0 147 Import Export Database Tables Cost Text Yes Function Name Variable Text Name Double Value Time Dependent Local Variable Values On import records in this table can only be overwritten not appended Field Type Import Index Option Disabled Field Names Commenis Cost Text Yes Yes Function Name Variable Text Yes Yes Name Cost Node Text Yes Yes Name Time Text Sequence Name ue 0 0j Start Date Boolean mew pe Default Double Value pae qmm 148 IccWare V3 0 Appendix III Time Dependent Local Variable Sensitivity Field Import Index Option Disabled Field Names Comments Cost Text Yes Function Name Variable Text Name mm Do e Description Type Long 0 Percent Integer 1 Offset 2 Absolute Part Trees Field Name Import Index Option Disabled Field Names Comments Long Order Integer mer Parts Field Name Type Import Index Option Disabl
10. Next select the Time Dependent Variables tab select the time sequence Option 1 from the Time Sequences list and the variable UnitCost from the Variables list Now select the Select All button and then the Set button Type 0 into the text box in the resulting Set Value dialog Select the OK button to set all the values for the selected time sequence and variable to 0 Repeat this set of actions for the time sequence Option 2 The next task is to set the part tree variable values for the pump boiler turbine and generator components This section will describe the process for setting the values for the pump component and then suggest values for the other components these will match the tutorial example supplied with the lccWare installation Select the Pump part in the part tree and then select the Constant IccWare V3 0 85 Tutorial Variables tab Click in the Va ue column and type 2 Next select the Time Dependent Variables tab select the time sequence Option 1 from the Time Sequences list and the variable UnitCost from the Variables list Click in the Value column of the first row of the Values list and type 1000 Now click in the last row and type 2000 Select the record selector for the first row and then the record selector for the last row this latter whilst pressing the Ctrl key This process will select just the first and last records Now select the Linea
11. Name Type Indexed Commenis ID Long Primary Integer ConstantLocalVa Long Unique FK Constant Local riablelD Integer 1 Variables ID CostNodelD Long Unique FK Cost Nodes ID Integer 1 Value Text Constant Local Variable Sensitivity Name Indexed Comments ___ ee Long Primary Integer riablelD Integer Variables ID c Name Variable Name Text Used only for import export Description Type Integer 0 Percent 1 Offset 2 Absolute Variation Double Time Dependent Local Variables Name Type Indexed Comments ID Long Primary Integer 162 IccWare V3 0 Appendix IV CostFunctionID Long Unique FK Cost Functions ID Integer 1 Name Text Unique 1 Cost Function Text Used only for import export Name Description Text Default Value Text Time Dependent Local Variable Values Name Type Indexed Comments ID Long Primary Integer TimeDependent Long Unique FK Time Dependent Local LocalVariablelD Integer Variables ID CostNodelD Long Unique FK Cost Nodes ID Integer TimePointlD Long Unique FK Time Points ID Integer Value Text Time Dependent Local Variable Sensitivity Name Type Indexed Comments 82 mme Integer mele mme LocalVariablelD
12. ee 167 TIME DEPENDENT PART TREE VARIABLE RESULTS 167 PROJECT OPTIONS ether Ora p aH o rs 167 APPENDIX V SECURITY PERMISSIONS eere ee eene ene 169 APPENDIX VI INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 173 OVERVIEW editae tete eter 173 INSTALLING ON A STANDALONE 175 INSTALLING ON A NETWORK 5 177 INSTALLING ON A NETWORK 181 APPENDIX VII OBTAINING YOUR LCCWARE LICENCE 183 APPENDIX VIII MOVING THE PROGRAM AND LICENCE 185 viii IccWare V3 0 Introduction Introduction LccWare is a software product that calculates the life cycle cost of a system This manual describes the facilities in IccWare and explains how you can use the software The first section provides an overview of the main aspects of the product and explains the terminology used throughout the manual The second section explains the menu commands that are available in IccWare The third section explains the layout and functionality of the main window in IccWare The fourth section describes the main dialogs that you will encounter in IccWare The fifth section is a tutorial that leads you through the development of a simple life cycle cost model in IccWare The tutorial explains the main facilities in the software and will give you an understanding of the philosophy behind the product The sixth section is made up of several su
13. and Paste options and the third uses drag and drop These alternatives are explained in the following paragraphs To create a part tree select the part trees root Next choose the Edit Add Part Tree option or choose Add Part Tree from the right button pop up menu Then type the part tree name into the text box in the resulting Name dialog and click on the OK button The new part tree will then appear as a child of the root You can repeat the process for as many new part trees as you wish to create Each part tree must have a unique name To create a part below any existing part tree or part first select an existing part tree or part and then choose the Edit Add Part IccWare V3 0 107 How To option or choose Add Part from the right button pop up menu Then type the part name into the text box in the resulting Name dialog and click on the OK button The new part will then appear as a child of the selected part tree or part You can repeat the process for as many new parts as you wish to create All the parts associated with an individual part tree must have a unique name You can move or copy existing part trees or parts and their children by first selecting the part tree or part and then copying it by choosing the Cut parts only or Copy options on the Edit menu or the right button pop up menu or the equivalent toolbar buttons The Cut option will delete the selected part and its children after copying them to the clipboa
14. 2 2 s 4 5 2 2 s Page gt IccWare V3 0 117 How To You can see the report more clearly by setting the View Fit to Screen menu option off The arrow buttons on the toolbar enable you to move between pages in the report To preview a graph report you should choose the File Open Graph Report menu option which will reveal the Open Graph Report for Print Preview dialog You should select the Analysis Results Cumulative Cost report and click on the Open button The report will then be displayed in preview mode a Report Cumulative Cost landscape Cumulative Cost Node Value Again you can see the report more clearly by setting the View Fit to Screen menu option off You can print the reports by first selecting the one you require then choosing either the File Print menu option or the Print Report toolbar button assuming that your computer is connected to a printer 118 IccWare V3 0 Reports A Summary Reporting Overview You can print preview and design reports by selecting the appropriate options on the IccWare File pull down menu There are three different types of reports They are Text Reports Graph Reports Diagram Reports All the reporting functions provided by lccWare are handled by the Report Generator The Report Generator is a generic facility which also provides the reporting functionality for other applica
15. Because each part tree or part under a part tree must have a unique name any copied non unique items will be given the name copy of xyz where xyz is the name of the original item You can change these names by selecting a part tree or part and then edit its name in the Name field in the Part Tree Part tab You can also use the drag and drop facility to move or copy part trees or parts If the Ctrl key is pressed during the drop operation the nodes will be copied otherwise they will be moved First select the part tree or part to be copied then place the cursor over the selection and keeping the left mouse button pressed down drag the cursor to the part tree or part where the selection is to be copied whilst pressing the Ctr key then release the left button The selected part tree or part and any children will be copied to the specified target position If the selection is a part then the selected parts and any children will be removed from their original position if the Ctrl key is not pressed You can use copy cut paste and drag and drop to copy part trees and parts between IccWare projects How to Delete a Part Tree or Part A selected part tree or part and any children can be deleted by choosing the Edit Delete menu option or the Delete option on the right button pop up menu How to Reorder the Part Trees or Parts A selected part tree or part can be moved in the tree structure by choosing the Edit Move Part Tree Part
16. IccWare V3 0 127 What Is Global Variable A global variable is a variable that has a value at each time point in a time sequence and which can be used in any cost function global function or user function in the IccWare model Local Variable A local variable is a variable that has a value at each time point in a time sequence and which is associated with a particular cost function and the cost node to which it is assigned Global Function Global functions are Visual Basic like functions that can be used to carry out certain operations or calculate values Global functions can be used in cost or user functions A set of pre named global functions is supplied with IccWare that are automatically executed at certain stages of the calculation User Function User functions are Visual Basic like functions that can be assigned to cost nodes to carry out various ancillary calculations The input arguments to these functions are the current time point cost and cumulative cost at the node to which the function is assigned Cost Node Reference A cost node reference is the name given to a child cost node which is then used to represent the cost of the child node in a cost function assigned to the parent cost node In normal circumstances the cost of a parent node is the sum of the costs of the child nodes However lccWare gives you the flexibility to override this in the cost function assigned to the parent node Part Tree Part
17. Improved Copy and Paste between Projects In IccWare 2 0 it was possible to use drag and drop to cut copy and paste cost nodes between projects However only the cost node structure was copied no associated cost functions or variables associated with the cost functions were copied It is now possible to use both drag and drop to move and copy cost nodes between projects and the Edit Copy and Paste menu options to copy cost nodes between projects The complete set of associated cost functions variables user functions global functions and part trees are also copied Part trees and parts can also be copied between projects although only the structure is copied not the part tree variables These functions can be used to transfer cost nodes and part trees or parts between any project or library window 4 IccWare V3 0 What s New in Version 3 Scrolling Container for Controls In IccWare 2 controls inside re sizeable dialogs and windows were clipped in some circumstances when the window was reduced in size This behaviour has been modified in IccWare so that the window exhibits a scroll bar when a control may otherwise be clipped and or become invisible Indenture Level The cost node indenture level may be optionally displayed for each cost node in the cost tree The indenture level is also available as an import export and report field Cost Node Unique Name The cost node naming scheme has been extended to allow the us
18. and drop features combined with the code palette pop up window will be easier The code palette is automatically displayed whenever the code tab is selected If it is dismissed it can be re displayed using the code palette button Select the Time Dependent Globals category in the code palette You will see the list of time dependent global variables that you have created In order to drag and drop one of the variables into the equation you should click on it with the left mouse button keep the button depressed and then drag the variable into position in the equation A cursor will appear when the variable is over the equation indicating the insertion position When you release the left mouse button the variable will be placed in the equation Start off by placing the variable man_rate_1 then type in the multiplication operator The operator could also have been dragged and dropped from the Operators category list Next select the Time Dependent Locals category and drag and drop the variable 88 IccWare V3 0 Tutorial man_hours_1 into the equation This process should be repeated for the man_rate_2 man_hours_2 and man rate 3 man hours 3 combinations separated by signs Finally position the cursor at the end of the equation and press the Return key Em rand Cats anis Tires Cepek Ceronio 2 Tes Dam i iat os ni ih Gites Fein Me Peden i abisi Cost Function Lease_Prope
19. 0 i COST CALCULATION irp ni er E 13 DEBUGGING THE ANALYSIS 13 IMPORTING AND EXPORTING DATA enn 14 STD 15 MENU COMMANDS 5 ios es aae 6 dscsiesdssstecbesessssesascecsessussecesess 19 19 5 eai ote 20 VIEW MENU neat e eT DERI ec bei ETE 21 TOOES MENU tene ar 21 LEE EE PEU 21 censored ian sececetadoeesssansies tween betes aeui Re 21 WINDOW 22 THE EPs MENU hn Gate i tette 22 THE LCCWARE MAIN WINDOW 23 COST TREE WINDOY e Pete 24 Cost Tree 5 24 How to Delete a Cost Node 26 How to Reorder the Cost Tree 26 How to Find a Cost 26 The Cost Node Tab ri ete e tees E v eoe 26 The Constant Variables 27 The Time Dependent Variables Tab 28 The User Functions
20. 100000 110000 Cost Node Cost Function Leasing leasing_property Property Man Variable 94 IccWare V3 0 Year 1998 2000 Cost Node Cost Function Man time Man man_time 3 a mew o9 00 p ae qm 2002 2006 8000 9000 2007 2008 Tutorial IccWare V3 0 95 Tutorial Variable p mi foma 1998 2000 2001 2007 10000 12000 Cost Node Cost Function Materials Man meme 1998 2000 LINE me p p Cost Node Cost Function 71 Leasing generic_cost Equipment Man 96 IccWare V3 0 Tutorial Variable va eaten 1998 2000 2001 2003 125000 130000 2004 2007 130000 135200 Cost Node Cost Function Man time man_time Operation er 1998 2001 2002 2007 25000 2008 Variable umen IccWare V3 0 97 Tutorial 1998 2001 2002 2006 8000 Man_hours_3 1998 2000 2001 2007 12000 Cost Node Cost Function Consumables generic cost Operation Variable mI 1998 2000 2001 2003 25000 3000 2004 2006 30000 3600 98 IccWare V3 0 Cost Node Cost Function Repair maintenance_cost Replacement Cost Node Cost Function Variable 2007 2008 150000 175000 Running an Analysis Tutorial We are now at the stage of being able to instruct
21. Integer 1 Offset 2 Absolute pas qme 144 IccWare V3 0 Appendix III Cost Nodes Field Name_ Type Import Index Option Disabled Field Names Comments Unique Text Yes Name Cost Node Text Name Cost Text Function Name Indenture Text Level Node Level Long 0 Root node 17869 1 Children of root node 2 etcetera Display Long 0 Top node of group Integer 1 Next to top node of group Cost Node References Field Name_ Type Import Index Option Disabled Field Names Comments Cost Text Function Name pes mw qwe IccWare V3 0 145 Import Export Database Tables perc elc pee m Cost Node User Functions Field Name Type Import Index Option Disabled Field Names Comments Cost Node Text Yes Unique Name User Text Yes Function Name Constant Local Variables Field Name Type Import Index Option Disabled Field Names Comments Cost Text Yes Function Name Variable Text Name Description Tet Ed Value Constant Local Variable Values On import records in this table can only be overwritten not appended Field Type Import Index Option Disabled Field Names Comments 146 IccWare V3 0 Appendix III Cost Text Yes Yes Function Name Variable Text Yes Yes Name Cost Node Text Name Description Default Double Value pae qmm
22. Integer Variables ID Variable Name Text Used only for import export Description Tet O Type Integer 0 Percent 1 Offset 2 Absolute 555 5 Variation IccWare V3 0 163 LccWare Project Database Sensitivity Study Type indexed Commens HE Integer Variable Name Text Jo Variable Type Text 0 None No Variation 1 Constant Global 2 Time Dependent Global 3 Constant Local 4 Time Dependent Local Description Tet Variation Type Integer 0 Percent 1 Offset 2 Absolute Variation Double Part Trees Name Indexed Comments uere Integer Name S O Description Tex Expanded Boolean False Children are not visible True Children are visible Display Order Long The first part tree is display Integer order 0 Parts Name Indexed Comments lt lt gt Long Primary Integer Parent part ID 1 if top level Integer child of part tree node Integer 1 Part Tree Name Tet Used only for import export 164 IccWare V3 0 Appendix IV 1 Part Name Used only for import export Description Tex Expanded Boolean False Children are not visible True Children are visible gusce Integer Display Order Long Order applies to group
23. Reference Variables There are two methods for adding new cost node reference names Firstly you can add cost node references by clicking in the Name column in the next available row in the grid and directly typing the name Secondly you can click on the Add button and then type the name in the resulting dialog You can click in the Description field and type a description for the cost node reference Renaming Cost Node References There are two methods for renaming cost node references Firstly you can click on the name in the grid and then type directly over the name Secondly you can select the row containing the name by 52 IccWare V3 0 Dialog Descriptions clicking on the button at the left of the row and then clicking on the Rename button and typing the name in the resulting dialog Similarly you can change the description or the default value Deleting Cost Node References You can delete cost node references by selecting the row containing the name by clicking on the button at the left of the row and then clicking on the Delete button You can delete a block of cost node references by selecting the first cost node reference in the block as described above and then selecting the last cost node reference in the block whilst pressing the Shift key Clicking on the Delete button will then remove the block of names The Global Functions Dialog Constant Globals gt base_value ase value LCwW TPN
24. This value will be used as the default value of the variable at each of the time points we will change it later in the tutorial Similarly we will define global variables to hold the man time cost rates for three categories of staff which will be used in different categories to calculate man time costs You should click in the Name column and type man_rate_1 then add your own description and input 40 as the default value In the same way add global variables man_rate_2 and man_rate_3 with default values of 50 and 60 respectively Now click the OK button to dismiss the Global Variables dialog We can modify the values of global variables by choosing the Edit Global Variables Time Dependent Values menu option or the Global Variables Values toolbar button This will reveal the Global Variables Values dialog 82 IccWare V3 0 Tutorial Global Variable Values Time Sequences Values Option 1 i Option 2 Global Variables This dialog allows us to modify the values of the global variables at each time point in each time sequence We will start by modifying the rate_per_unit_area variable in the Option 1 time sequence You should select Option 1 in the Time Sequence list rate_per_unit_area in the Global Variables list The Values grid will then display the values at each time point Initially these are the default value that you su
25. Time Dependent Global Variables Time Dependent Global Variable Values Constant Local Variables Constant Local Variable Values Time Dependent Local Variables Time Dependent Local Variable Values Cost Node User Functions TEMPLATE Landscape TEMPLATE Portrait Close The user then selects the required report from this dialog and the report is displayed in a child window inside the IccWare main window 120 IccWare V3 0 Reports A Summary ar Report Analysis Results Summary 4 4 4 9 9 4 4 94 4 94 5 4 4 4 9 rrr 11 my Various menu options are available for navigating through the report changing the report layout printing the report etc For example the user can view a different page in the report by selecting options on the Preview menu or selecting the equivalent toolbar options IccWare V3 0 121 Reports A Summary e E J n 7 s y First Previous Next Last Goto Close Page Page Page Page Page Preview Reports may be printed from preview mode by selecting the Print option on the File menu in the Report Generator To preview a different report simply select the Report Generator File Open menu option and select a new report from the Report Explorer dialog When you have finished previewing data you may close the report window by selecting the Close menu option from the File menu Printin
26. alternatively select the Help Licence menu option The Licence dialog will now appear Select Transfer In When you acknowledge the message saying that the operation was completed successfully the target machine program has become licensed 186 IccWare V3 0 Index Index A Add Cost Node 24 105 Analysis perform at first time point 68 59 selecting time sequences 59 Analysis menu 21 B Browse 6 Browse dialog 62 C Code Palette 5 48 54 56 Consistency Check dialog 63 Constant Variables tab 27 Copy and paste 4 Cost Breakdown Structure 7 Cost calculation 13 detailed explanation 131 Cost category 35 Cost Function equations creating 48 Cost Functions 11 adding 48 deleting 48 renaming 48 Cost Functions dialog 47 Cost Node adding 24 31 105 107 delete 26 32 finding 26 Cost Node References 11 adding 52 deleting 53 renaming gt 52 Cost Node tab 26 Cost Tree 24 reorder 26 32 Cost Tree window 23 D Date format 38 67 Debug commands 60 Debug mode run 60 Debugging the analysis overview 13 Default start date 67 E Edit menu 20 Error message mode 67 Export 14 Exporting data 125 F File menu 19 Function mode 68 IccWare V3 0 187 Index G Global Function equations creating 54 Global Functions adding 53 deleting 54 overview 11 renaming 54 Globa
27. and Repair Replacement nodes You have now created the cost tree for the tutorial Time Sequences and Time Points We will now create the two time sequences for the tutorial example You should choose the Edit Time Sequences menu option or click on the Time Sequences toolbar button The Time Sequences dialog contains a grid into which you should type the names of the time sequences Type Option 1 into the first line then click on the second line and type in Option 2 IccWare V3 0 79 Tutorial IME Sequences Then click on the OK button to dismiss the dialog We will next specify the time points in each of the time sequences LccWare will calculate the values of the cost nodes at each of the time points You should choose the Edit Time Points menu option or the Time Points toolbar button Time Points Option 1 80 IccWare V3 0 Tutorial First select the Option 1 time sequence by clicking on that name in the Time Sequences list By default the initial time point is January 1998 You should next click on the Add button which will reveal the Add Time Points dialog Add Time Points Add Time Points Every Year Month Cancel Make sure that the Year radio button is set type 10 into the Add field and click the OK button The time points will now appear in the grid Now select the Option 2 time sequence and repeat the process of adding ten time points Now click
28. at which they are to be added and then choosing the Paste option Because each cost node must have a unique name the copied node will initially be given the unique name copy of xyz where xyz is the unique name of the original node You can change these names by selecting a node in the tree and then edit its unique name in the Unique Name field in the Cost Node tab You can also use the drag and drop facility to move or copy nodes If the Ctrl key is pressed during the drop operation the nodes will be copied otherwise they will be moved First select the node to be copied then place the cursor over the node and keeping the left mouse button pressed down drag the cursor to the node where the node is to be copied whilst pressing the Ctrl key then release the left button The selected node and any children will be copied to the specified position in the tree The nodes will be removed from their original position if the Ctrl key is not pressed You can use copy cut paste and drag and drop to copy cost nodes between lccWare projects When you copy between projects all information associated with the selected cost node s is also copied cost functions the global and local variables associated with and referenced by the cost functions the part trees referenced by the cost functions the global functions referenced by the cost functions and the user functions All variables are created with their default values IccWare V3 0 25 Cos
29. copy from the library Report Generator Import and Export LccWare 3 contains the most recent version of report generator The latest features include The ability to produce diagram reports of the cost tree based on the selected cost node or all cost nodes The ability to open alternative report databases and then copy reports from the alternate database to the IccWare database This allows the user to copy report formats from other Isograph products Unlimited undo and redo of all editing operations An editing tool for the vertical and horizontal alignment of text boxes graphs and pictures An improved selection mechanism This is based on the standard Windows selection mechanism The move and resize functionality has also been improved along with the introduction of an optional grid IccWare V3 0 3 The ability to copy text boxes and graphs between reports An SQL query builder to assist in the construction of complex queries using the database tables The most recent version of the export facility includes An export wizard to guide user through export process The ability to export all project data The most recent version of the import facility includes An import wizard to guide user through import process The ability to import all project data Automatic matching of IccWare table and field names to the input table and field names when the names are identical
30. default value that you supplied when creating the variables There are several ways of modifying the values including direct overwriting and specifying linearly increasing values A time point is selected by clicking on the button at the left of the time point A block of time points can be selected by selecting the first one as described above then selecting the second whilst pressing the Shift key A range of time points can be selected by selecting the first one as described above then selecting the second whilst pressing the Ctrl key The entire set of time points can be selected by clicking on the Select All button You can change individual values by clicking on the value and typing the new value You can set a block of values by first selecting them and clicking on the Set button You can then type the new value into the resulting dialog field IccWare V3 0 29 Cost Tree Window You can multiply a block of values by a specified value by first selecting them and clicking on the Multiply button You can then type the multiplier into the resulting dialog field You can set the values to be a linear interpolation between the first and last values in a selected range by clicking on the Linear button You can select a single row or block of rows in the grid and then copy them to the IccWare clipboard by clicking the Copy button You can then paste this row or block of rows into another grid by selecting the same start time point and t
31. elements in the CBS LccWare allows you the build the tree interactively and create your own CBS LccWare allows you to create cost functions that will be used to calculate the value of a cost category These cost functions can range from simple equations to more complex calculations based on Visual Basic compatible coding You can easily assign the cost functions to the nodes on the cost tree so that IccWare can calculate the individual cost values The costs are calculated at user defined time points within the life cycle of the system Each set of time points is called a time sequence and has a unique name LccWare allows you to define more than one set of time points so that you can investigate the 74 IccWare V3 0 Tutorial effects of variations in the time points values and the values of variables You can define the variables that you wish to use in the cost calculations and supply values that are either constant over time or vary with time You can assign values to the time varying variables at each of the time points in each time sequence When you have instructed IccWare to run a cost calculation you can examine the results in standard text or graph reports You can also prepare your own reports and save the formats for future use LccWare includes facilities for importing data from other software such as Microsoft Access Microsoft Excel and text files The software can also export to any of these file formats LccWa
32. exported The index field setting is not applicable Field Name Type Import Index Option Disabled Field Names Comments Time Text Sequence Name Cost Node ce Node Level Long Integer Cost Node Double Value Cumulative Double Cost Node Value Sensitivity Text Variable Name Sensitivity Long 0 None Variable Type Integer 1 Constant Global 152 IccWare V3 0 Appendix III 2 Time Dependent Global 3 Constant Local 4 Time Dependent Local Sensitivity 0 Percent Variation 1 Offset Type 2 Absolute Sensitivity EN Description Sensitivity Variation User Function Results This table can only be exported The index field setting is not applicable Field Type Import Index Option Disabled Field Names Comments Time Text Sequence Name Cost Node Text Name User Text Function Name pue ur o d 7 pues qase Mb d Level Long Integer IccWare V3 0 153 Import Export Database Tables Double Sensitivity Text Variable Name Sensitivity Long 0 None 1 Constant ype Global 2 Time Dependent Global 3 Constant Local 4 Time Dependent Local Sensitivity Long 0 Percent Variation Integer Type 1 Offset 2 Absolute Sensitivity EN Description Sensitivity m Variation Part Tree Results Constant Variables This table can
33. grid and then copy them to the IccWare clipboard by clicking the Copy button You can then paste this row or block of rows into another grid by selecting the same start time point and then clicking on the Paste button Changes are saved on selecting the Apply button a new part tree or part or another tab Cost Tree Library Window Cost nodes in the library are organised into cost categories This allows many cost node structures to be contained in the master library You can copy cost nodes and their children to the project cost tree structure by first selecting the cost node and then copying it by IccWare V3 0 35 Cost Tree Window choosing the Copy option on the Edit menu or the right button pop up menu or the equivalent toolbar button The copied nodes can then be added to the tree by first selecting the node at which they are to be added and then choosing the Paste option Because each cost node must have a unique name the copied node will initially be given the unique name copy of xyz where xyz is the unique name of the original node You can change these names by selecting a node in the tree and then edit its unique name in the Unique Name field in the Cost Node tab You can also use the drag and drop facility to copy cost nodes First select the cost node to be copied then place the cursor over the node and keeping the left mouse button pressed down drag the cursor to the cost node where the node is to be copied t
34. in a selected range by clicking on the Linear button You can select a single row or block of rows in the grid and then copy them to the IccWare clipboard by clicking the Copy button You can then paste this row or block of rows into another grid by selecting the same start time point and then clicking on the Paste button The Cost Functions Dialog COB rd True Caper Goig ur rg pepe Locri rom F piiraa er ATs IccWare V3 0 47 Dialog Descriptions Adding Cost Functions Cost function names and their descriptions are displayed in the grid at the left side of the Cost Function dialog There are two methods for adding new cost function names Firstly you can add cost functions by clicking in the next available row in the grid and directly typing the name Secondly you can click on the Add button and then type the name in the resulting dialog Renaming Cost Functions There are two methods for renaming cost functions Firstly you can click on the name in the grid and then type directly over the name Secondly you can select the row containing the name by clicking on the button at the left of the row and then click on the Rename button and type the name in the resulting dialog Deleting Cost Functions You can delete cost function names by selecting the row containing the name by clicking on the button at the
35. left of the row and then clicking on the Delete button You can delete a block of cost functions by selecting the first name in the block as described above and then selecting the last name in the block whilst pressing the Shift key Clicking on the Delete button will then remove the block of names Creating Cost Function Equations You should click on the Code tab select the cost function name and delete lt expression gt from the right side of the equation in the upper central text area 48 IccWare V3 0 Dialog Descriptions Code Constant Wariebles Time Dependent Variables Cost ade Fisterences Pea ee mun i mman hour d man rea 2 mmsn houz 2 man haurz 1 Consianm var abes Ay Tima Dependant Glob al rele C9 1 man rate 2 rmn ree 3 variabler a Tima Sepandant Loce Variables Cos Hode Relerences Vale al Furschoers xls Predotined Vanahlas Furctions Operatore You could replace this by typing the actual equation but you will probably find that using the drag and drop features combined with the code palette pop up window will be easier The code palette is automatically displayed whenever the code tab is selected If it is dismissed it can be re displayed using the code palette button The code palette displays all the possible variables functions part tree vari
36. only be exported The index field setting is not applicable Field Name Type Import Index Option Disabled Field Names Comments Part Tree Text Name peer 154 IccWare V3 0 Appendix III Variable Text Name Node Level Long Integer Part Tree Long Display Integer Order Part Display Long Order Integer c lt gt Part Tree Results Time Dependent Variables This table can only be exported The index field setting is not applicable Field Type Import Index Option Disabled Field Names Comments Time Text Sequence Name Part Tree Text Name Text ra Name Node Level a Integer Part Tree Long Display IccWare V3 0 155 Import Export Database Tables Part Display Long Order Integer Sum Value Double MES 557 156 IccWare V3 0 Appendix IV Appendix IV IccWare Project Database This appendix describes the IccWare project database tables This description is intended as a reference for users requiring to programmatically access the lccWare project file NB Fields of type Text can hold up to 255 characters fields of type Memo can hold up to 1 2 Gbytes Cost Functions Name Type Indexed Comments ID Long Primary Integer Name Text Unique Description Text Text Memo Function code Cost Node Integer 0 Sum cost nodes Reference Mode 1 Use cost no
37. set of time points from the beginning to end of a life cycle is known as a time sequence LccWare calculates the costs associated with cost nodes on the Cost Breakdown Structure at each time point in a time sequence Time dependent variables can have different values at each time point in each time sequence constant variables have the same value at each time point Global Variables A global variable is a variable that has a value at each time point in a time sequence and which can be used in any cost function global function or user function in the IccWare model Cost Nodes Cost nodes represent the cost elements in the cost breakdown structure CBS The cost nodes are arranged in a tree structure with the root node at the top of the tree Each of the cost nodes has an associated cost function which is selected by the user from the cost functions available in the project IccWare V3 0 9 Overviews When the life cycle cost analysis is performed the cost from the cost function is assigned to the associated cost node as well as the sum of the costs from the child cost nodes The analysis proceeds from the bottom of the tree to the top with the root cost node representing the sum of all the cost node costs Part Trees Part trees provide the user with a convenient method of assigning the costs associated with a frequently used piece of equipment and its constituent parts to a cost function The part trees window allows the
38. should select the base node Choose the Edit Add Cost Node option click on the Add Cost Node button on the toolbar or choose Add Cost Node from the right button pop up menu Then type Research amp Development into the text box in the resulting Name dialog and click on the OK button Name x Name Research amp Development The new node will then appear in the cost tree You should repeat the process for the Manufacture Operation amp Maintenance and Disposal cost nodes We will now add the cost nodes below the Research amp Development node First you should select the Research amp 78 IccWare V3 0 Tutorial Development node by clicking on it Then repeat the process of adding cost nodes for the Leasing Property R amp D Man time R amp D and Leasing Equipment R amp D nodes Next we will add the cost nodes below the Manufacture node First you should select the Manufacture node by clicking on it Then repeat the process of adding cost nodes for the Leasing Property Man Man time Man Materials Man and Leasing Equipment Man nodes Finally we will add the cost nodes below the Operations amp Maintenance node First you should select the Operations amp Maintenance node by clicking on it Then repeat the process of adding cost nodes for the Man time Operation Consumables Operation
39. trees provide the user with a convenient method of assigning the costs associated with a frequently used piece of equipment and it s constituent parts to a cost function 128 IccWare V3 0 Appendix Part Parts represent the components of the equipment referred to by a part tree For example part tree car might have parts engine and gearbox Part Tree Variable Part tree variables are user defined variables associated with a part tree These variables are used to represent attributes of the parts for example cost These variables may be either constant or time dependent Constant part tree variables have a value at each part in their associated part tree Time dependent part tree variables have values at each part time sequence and time point combination in their associated part tree These values are included in cost functions using the PartTree Value function call Predefined Variables A set of predefined variables is provided for your convenience These variables give you access to useful parameters that can be included in the cost function calculation The variables are explained below LCW_TSEQ This variable is set to the name of the current time sequence It is a String data type LCW_TPNT This variable is set to the value of the current time point It is a Date data type LCW_TPNT_INDEX This variable is set to the index of the current time point It is a Integer data type The i
40. two methods for renaming user functions Firstly you can click on the name in the grid and then type directly over the name Secondly you can select the row containing the name by clicking on the button at the left of the row and then clicking on the Rename button and typing the name in the resulting dialog Deleting User Functions You can delete user function names by selecting the row containing the name by clicking on the button at the left of the row and then clicking on the Delete button You can delete a block of user functions by selecting the first name in the block as described above and then selecting the last name in the block whilst pressing the Shift key Clicking on the Delete button will then remove the block of names Creating User Function Equations You should select the user function name and then delete lt expression gt from the right side of the equation in the upper central text area You could replace this by typing the actual equation but you will probably find that using the drag and drop features combined with the code palette pop up window will be easier The code palette is automatically displayed whenever the code tab is selected If it is dismissed it can be re displayed using the code palette button The code palette displays all the possible variables functions part tree variables and operators that can be included in the cost equation in a tree structure Each category of object is represente
41. Calculation This variable is set to the difference between the current time point and the last time point measured in months It is a Integer data type The value is set to zero for the first time point LCW_TPNT_DAYDIFF This variable is set to the difference between the current time point and the last time point measured in days It is a Integer data type The value is set to zero for the first time point Global Functions You can create global functions that can then be used in the cost function calculation A set of pre defined global function shells is supplied with IccWare these functions are called at certain stages of the calculation process as described later in this section You can add your coding to these shells knowing that they will be called at the appropriate times User supplied global functions are evaluated as they are encountered in cost functions You can declare variables in the Declarations section that can be used in any of the global functions You need to ensure that they are declared as Public e g Public value_1 as Integer The pre defined global functions are called as follows Initialise TimeSequence At the beginning of each time sequence Initialise TimePoint At the beginning of each time point Terminate TimeSequence At the end of each time sequence Terminate TimePoint 134 IccWare V3 0 Appendix II At the end of each time point In addition to the variables
42. Ensure that the IccWare user has Change access to the install directory gt Rams directory The IccWare licence system for Windows NT 2000 requires a set of drivers known as the NT Stealth drivers to be installed in the program directory These drivers normally installed automatically by the installation process however if any problems occur in this process you will be prompted to install the drivers manually To do this select Run from the Windows Start menu and then Browse Now navigate to the install directory gt Rams iccWare 3 0 Program directory and select the setupex exe program Select OK on the Run dialog to install the drivers 176 IccWare V3 0 Appendix VI Installing on a Network Server After starting the installation process The Welcome dialog is displayed initially select Next to display the Select Setup Type dialog Select the Network Server Windows 95 or NT or Network Server Novell Netware option from the list according to your server type and then select Next to display the Choose Destination Folder dialog Select the folder directory in which you wish to install IccWare This is the top level directory of the installation and is normally C Program Files although any directory may be chosen This folder must be on a local hard disk drive of the machine you are installing on Select Next to display the Select Program Folder dialog Enter the program folder name This is lccWare by defa
43. IccWare for Windows 95 98 Me NT amp 2000 Version 3 0 User Manual Software for Life Cycle Cost Calculations IccWare V3 0 Copyright 2001 Isograph Limited All rights reserved This document and the associated software contains proprietary information which is protected by copyright and may not be copied in whole or in part except with the prior written permission of Isograph The copyright and the foregoing restrictions on the copyright extends to all media in which this information may be preserved Isograph makes no representations or warranties of any kind whatsoever with respect to this document or its associated software disclaims all liabilities for loss or damage arising out of the possession sale or use of this document or its associated software Contents Contents 8 655 0 55 526 6 4 1 WHAT S NEW IN VERSION 3 ssccssssscscssssccesssscccssscccssssccessssccessnse 1 1 SENSITIVITY ANALYSIS cet ete cete eet 1 PARTI A E E doen eee ei eco 1 LIBRARY BACILTEY deett eee ete 2 PROJECT WIZARD 4 eret eei Nee te 3 REPORT GENERATOR IMPORT AND EXPORT
44. IccWare to analyse the life cycle cost model You should choose the Analysis Run menu option or the Run Analysis toolbar button to reveal the Run Analysis dialog Next click on the Option 1 time sequence then click on the Option 2 time sequence with the Ctrl key pressed down so that both sequences are selected IccWare V3 0 99 Tutorial Run Analysis olx Bun Debug Edit Time Sequences 01 1998 00 1273800 0 01 1999 1599400 0 01 2000 2605600 0 01 2000 3303600 0 01 2001 5921300 0 01 2001 7379050 0 01 2002 11842300 0 01 2002 14936350 0 01 2003 16592300 0 01 2003 21016350 0 01 2004 21446300 0 01 2004 27318176 0 01 2005 26384300 0 01 2005 33820002 0 01 2006 31406300 0 01 2006 40521828 0 01 2007 35728300 0 01 2007 46385388 0 01 2008 35878300 0 01 2008 46560888 0 Show Cumulative Value C Value Both syntax errors You should now click on the Run button to start the analysis Any errors will be reported in the area in the lower part of the window The cumulative cost results for each time sequence will be displayed in the upper right area You can use the radio buttons to change the output to cost results and or cumulative cost results Debugging an Analysis It is possible to examine the calculation process through the cost functions using the debug facility of the Run Analysis dialog This facility enables any coding errors to be quickly located In this case we w
45. L 5 0 0 40 4 4 0 00 158 CONSTANT GLOBAL VARIABLE SENSITIVITY eere 159 TIME DEPENDENT GLOBAL VARIABLES 159 TIME DEPENDENT GLOBAL VARIABLE VALUES eee 159 TIME DEPENDENT GLOBAL VARIABLE SENSITIVITY 160 COST NODES ihrer IMG ERES 160 COST NODE 4000 161 COST NODE USER FUNCTIONS ieri nnn nnn 161 CONSTANT LOCAL VARIABLES 161 IccWare V3 0 vii CONSTANT LOCAL VARIABLE 5 eee 162 TIME DEPENDENT LOCAL VARIABLES 162 TIME DEPENDENT LOCAL VARIABLE VALUES 163 TIME DEPENDENT LOCAL VARIABLE 163 SENSITIVITY STUDY e 164 PART TREES 1 164 PARTS 164 CONSTANT PART TREE 165 CONSTANT PART TREE VARIABLE VALUES 165 TIME DEPENDENT PART TREE VARIABLES eee 165 TIME DEPENDENT PART TREE VARIABLE V ALUES eem 166 COST NODE RESUEITS x dote ee re ee WEE RES 166 USER FUNCTION 166 CONSTANT PART TREE VARIABLE RESULTS
46. T MNTHDIFF 1000 m Syntax Check Clear 4 gt Add Rename Filter Clear Delete 15 oj ema Adding Global Functions Global function names and their descriptions are displayed in the grid at the left side of the Global Function dialog You will see some pre named global functions supplied with IccWare There are two methods for adding new global function names Firstly you can add global functions by clicking in the next available row in the grid and directly typing the name Secondly you can click on the Add button and then type the name in the resulting dialog IccWare V3 0 53 Dialog Descriptions Renaming Global Functions There are two methods for renaming global functions Firstly you can click on the name in the grid and then type directly over the name Secondly you can select the row containing the name by clicking on the button at the left of the row and then clicking on the Rename button and typing the name in the resulting dialog Deleting Global Functions You can delete global function names by selecting the row containing the name by clicking on the button at the left of the row and then clicking on the Delete button You can delete a block of global functions by selecting the first name in the block as described above and then selecting the last name in the block whilst pressing the Shift key Clicking on the Delete button will then remove the block of names Creatin
47. THDIFF Set LCW_TPNT_DAYDIFF Set Time Dependent Global Variables Call InitialiseTimePoint Call Cost Functions Set Constant Local Variables Set Time Dependent Local Variables Calculate Cost Node References Evaluate Global Functions Evaluate User Functions Call TerminateTimePoint End loop over Time Points Call TerminateTimeSequence End loop over Sensitivity Studies End loop over Time Sequences 140 IccWare V3 0 Appendix III Appendix lll Import Export Database Tables This appendix documents the data tables that can be exported and imported from IccWare This appendix differs from Appendix IV IccWare Project Database in documenting only the tables and fields available for export and their associated option names and attributes NB Fields of type Text can hold up to 255 characters fields of type Memo can hold up to 1 2 Gbytes Cost Functions Field Name Import Index Option Disabled Field Names Comments pos jq wer Description Cost Node LEN a 8 es of Child Reference Integer Node Costs Mode 1 Cost Node Reference Variables Global Functions Field Name Import Index Option Disabled Field Names Comments LE EN 80 Long 0 Declaration We megar 1 Initialise Time Sequence 2 Initialise Time Point IccWare V3 0 141 Import Export Database Tables 3 Terminate Time Sequence 4 Terminate Time 5 Global Function Us
48. Text Integer Order applies to group of children The first child is Display Order Long Integer display order 0 Expanded Boolean False Children are not visible True Children are visible FK Cost Functions ID Integer Name FK Cost Node References ID CostNodeRefere Long ncelD Integer 160 IccWare V3 0 Appendix IV Cost Node Text Reference Name Used only for import export lt ee O Category Boolean False Cost node True Category node used only by librar Indenture Level Cost Node References Name Type Indexed Comments ID Long Primary Integer CostFunctionID Long FK Cost Functions ID Integer hac pe SURE Name Name Text Unique Description Text Cost Node User Functions Name Type Indexed Comments ID Long Primary Integer CostNodelD Long Unique FK Cost Nodes ID Integer 1 Cost Node Text Used only for import export Unique Name UserFunctionID Long Unique FK User Functions ID Integer 1 Constant Local Variables Name Type Indexed Comments ID Long Primary Integer CostFunctionID Long Unique FK Cost Functions ID Integer 1 IccWare V3 0 161 LccWare Project Database Name Text Unique 1 Cost Function Text Used only for import export Name Description Text Default Value Text Constant Local Variable Values
49. USE A PART TREE VARIABLE IN A COST FUNCTION 114 HOW TO ASSIGN COST FUNCTIONS TO COST NODES AND SET ASSOCIATED LOCAL VARIABLE VALUES eene 115 How TO RUN AN 515 116 How TO REPORT ON ANALYSIS 6 15 117 119 OVERVIEW e a eive 119 PREVIEWING REPORTS erecta rhe ete o bore Xe e E 120 PRINTING REPORTS ceo e ode eec ire ER aeg 122 IMPORTING AND EXPORTING DATA 125 OVERVIEW sei Me ior 125 APPENDIX I WHAT IS 127 OU 127 TIME POINT rini eee reet re e ERE P eg 127 COST NODES deii edente rece eb e P NER Er ved dg 127 COST FUNGTION vec 127 GLOBAL VARIABLE a n EE Hoe edes 128 IccWare V3 0 LEW _TPNT INDEX ici reete eU eee LCW 22 LCW TPNT 2 00201022 10000000000000011 8 LCW TPNT DAYDIEE treten etre He ee APPENDIX II DETAILED EXPLANATION OF COST 0 0 22 44 44 OVERVIBW COST EUNCTIONS onere eee e
50. Up or Edit Move Part Tree Part Down menu options These options move the selected part tree or part and any children up or down by one position at a time on the same indenture level of the tree 32 IccWare V3 0 Cost Tree Window The Part Tree Part Tab You should start by selecting the part tree or part which you intend to modify Make sure that the Part Tree Part tab is visible Fert Tres Fert Constant Verishlee Time Dependent warabies Fungi Enter a new name for the part tree or part in the Name field part tree name must be unique A part name must be unique for the part tree to which it belongs You can add a description for the part tree or part in the Description field Changes are saved on selecting the Apply button a new part tree or part or another tab Constant Variable Values The Constant Variables tab shows a list of constant part tree variables that are associated with the part tree that the part belongs to At this stage you can modify the value of any of the variables IccWare V3 0 33 Cost Tree Window Changes are saved on selecting the Apply button a new part tree or part or another tab Time Dependent Variable Values The Time Dependent Variables tab shows a list of time dependent part tree variables that are associated with the part tree that the part belongs to At this stage you can modify the value of any of the variables First select a time sequ
51. Variable Values Dialog Global Variable Values Option 2 Global Variables man rate 1 man rate 2 man rate 3 01 2008 Editing Global Variable Values You must first select the combination of the time sequence in the Time Sequences list and the global variable in the Global Variable list This will activate the Time Points grid Initially the grid will contain the default values A time point is selected by clicking on the button at the left of the time point A block of time points can be selected by selecting the first one as described above then selecting the second whilst pressing the Shift key A range of time points can be selected by selecting the 46 IccWare V3 0 Dialog Descriptions first one as described above then selecting the second whilst pressing the Ctrl key The entire set of time points can be selected by clicking on the Select All button You can change individual values by clicking on the value and typing the new value You can set a block of values by first selecting them and clicking on the Set button You can then type the new value into the resulting dialog field You can multiply a block of values by a specified value by first selecting them and clicking on the Multiply button You can then type the multiplier into the resulting dialog field You can set the values to be a linear interpolation between the first and last values
52. Windows 95 98 Network Server Ensure that all IccWare network users have Full access to the lt install directory gt Rams directory The IccWare licence system for Windows 95 98 requires a program wckserve exe to be running in the background If you already have a program from Isograph or another software vendor using the CrypKey based licence system you must install this program manually The install script will prompt you to confirm whether you have the CrypKey licence system already installed If you answer No then wckserve exe will be installed automatically if you answer Yes then you must follow the instructions below to complete the installation You must provide wckserve exe with the path where the CrypKey protected applications run Directories must be defined on command line or by setting the environment variable CKSERVE but not both this is not a misprint the environment variable is CKSERVE If the application s already installed are using the environment variable then add the IccWare program directory to the SET statement SET CKSERVE C App1 C lt install directory gt Rams lccWare 3 0 Program If the application s already installed are using the command line then the wckserve exe shortcut will almost certainly be in the StartUp program folder Open the shortcut properties dialog and add the IccWare program directory to the Target C Program Files RAMS Common Program Wckserve exe C App1 C lt install di
53. ables and operators that can be included in the cost equation in a tree structure Each category of object is represented by a top level node or folder in the tree For example to copy a time dependent global variable first open the Time Dependent Global Variables folder You will then see the list of time dependent global variables that you have created In order to drag and drop one of the variables into the equation you should click on it with the left mouse button keep the button depressed and then drag the variable into position in the equation A cursor will appear when the variable is over the equation indicating the insert position When you release the left mouse button the variable will be placed in the equation IccWare V3 0 49 Dialog Descriptions The PartTreeValue function is used to include part tree variable values in cost equations The PartTreeValue function parameters are as follows PartTreeValue PartTree as String Part as String PartTreeVariable as String Type as String Valid values for Type are SUM Function returns value of part and all it s children for the specified part tree variable PART Function returns value of part for the specified part tree variable Example Man_time PartTreeValue Car Engine Cost SUM Using the code palette is the best method of generating a call to the PartTreeValue function in a cost equation The part tree and parts hierarchy are represented by a s
54. alue Text Constant Global Variable Sensitivity Name Indexed Comments Long Primary Integer ConstantGlobal Long FK Constant Global VariablelD Integer Variables ID Variable Name Texr Used only for import export ME ae lt 5 Type Integer 0 Percent 1 Offset Variation Double Time Dependent Global Variables 2 Absolute Name Type Indexed Comments ID Long Primary Integer Name Text Unique Description Text Default Value Text Time Dependent Global Variable Values Name Type Indexed Comments ID Long Primary Integer TimeDependent Long FK Time Dependent Global GlobalVariablelD Integer Variables ID TimePointlD Long FK Time Points ID Integer Value Text IccWare V3 0 159 LccWare Project Database Time Dependent Global Variable Sensitivity Name Indexed Comments 22 7 Integer FK Time Dependent Global lobalVariablelD Integer Variables ID Variable Name Text Used only for import export Description Tex OE Type Integer 0 Percent 1 Offset 2 Absolute Variation Double Cost Nodes Name Type Indexed Comments Integer Integer Unique Name Tex Unique Parent Unique Text Used only for import export Name ___ Text o O Description
55. an example let us look at a simple cost equation for leasing property The equation has the form lease_costs area x rate_per_unit_area This equation could be used to calculate the costs for leasing property in several parts of the cost tree In this case it would be a good idea to create rate_per_unit_area as a global variable To create a global variable you should choose the Edit Global Variable Create menu option or click on the Create Global Variable toolbar button The Global Variables dialog will then appear The Constant tab enables you to define global variables that do not vary through the time sequence We will create a global variable that does change with time so you should click on the Time Dependent tab You should then click in the Name column and type rate_per_unit_area You can add a description by clicking in the Description column and then typing some text Next click in the Default Value column and type in 100 This value will be used as the default value of the variable at each of the time points you can change this at a later stage Similarly you can define more global variables You can modify the values of global variables by choosing the Edit Global Variables Time Dependent Values menu option or the IccWare V3 0 111 How To Global Variables Values toolbar button This will reveal the Global Variables Values dialog This dialog allows you
56. ant or time dependent local variables depending on whether you select the Constant Variables or Time Dependent Variables tab There are two methods for renaming local variables Firstly you can click on the name in the grid and then type directly over the name Secondly you can select the row containing the name by clicking on the button at the left of the row and then clicking on the Rename button and typing the name in the resulting dialog Similarly you can change the description or the default value Deleting Local Variables You can delete constant or time dependent local variables depending on whether you select the Constant Variables or Time Dependent Variables tab You can delete local variable names by selecting the row containing the name by clicking on the button at the left of the row and then clicking on the Delete button You can IccWare V3 0 51 Dialog Descriptions delete a block of variables by selecting the first variable in the block as described above and then selecting the last variable in the block whilst pressing the Shift key Clicking on the Delete button will then remove the block of names Adding Cost Node References You should first click on the Cost Node References tab and then the Cost Function using Cost Node Reference Variables radio button Code Constant Variables Time Dependent Variables Cost Node References Costis Cost Function Plus Sum of Child Node Costs Cost Function Using Cost Node
57. ariable floor_area into the equation Cost Function Generic_Cost In the interest of simplicity we will create an extra cost function that is simply a generic annual cost We will apply this to several of the cost nodes to represent different types of annual cost You should click in the Name column and type generic_cost You can also click in the Description column and type your own description Next select the cost function by clicking on the button at the left of the row after first clicking in next name field You should then click on the Code tab You will see in the upper left text input area that the equation for generic_cost has already been started for you We will now define the generic annual cost as a local time dependent variable You should now click on the Time Dependent Variables tab You should now click in the Name field and type in annual _ cost click in the Description field and type your own description and finally click in the Default Value field and type in 0 You should now return to the Code tab and delete lt expression gt from the right side of the equation Next select the Time Dependent Locals category in the code palette and drag and drop the variable annual_cost into the equation Cosi Function Maintenance_Cost Finally we will create a cost function representing the maintenance cost of the pump boiler turbine and generator The cost will be based on values re
58. ars at zero Next select the time sequence Option 2 and set the values for the second third fourth and fifth years to 2500 You can do this by over typing the values as before or you could try the following method Re select Option 1 and click on the Select All button and then the Copy button Next select Option 2 and select the first row in the grid by clicking on the button at the left of the row When you then click on the Paste button you will see that the grid values for Option 1 have been copied into the Option 2 grid Next press the Select All button and then the Multiply button you can then type 1 25 as a multiplying factor which will produce the necessary values in the grid You should now repeat these procedures and assign cost functions to cost nodes define local variables and set values of local variables as set out in the tables below However if you wish to skip this task you can use the File Open Project menu option to open the file tutex Icw in the Examples directory Cost Node Cost Function Man time R amp D man_time man hours 1 qe 92 IccWare V3 0 Tutorial 1998 1999 2002 20000 rn Year 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2008 Variable man hours 3 IccWare V3 0 93 Tutorial Cost Node Cost Function Leasing generic_cost Equipment R amp D 1998 1999 150000 165000 150000 165000 2001 120000 132000 2002
59. ase of cost nodes display the item Variable Name Changes Modify References in Functions Any changes to variable names global local or part tree are now automatically updated in any references in cost global or user function code 6 IccWare V3 0 Overviews Overviews LccWare LccWare allows you to calculate the life cycle cost of a system The total cost will be made up of several cost categories that you can define such as Research amp Development Operation amp Maintenance and Disposal The categories can be further sub divided to a level at which you can calculate detailed cost values This division of the total cost into sub categories is known as the Cost Breakdown Structure CBS The CBS is represented in IccWare in the form of a tree 3 Conceptual Design 5 Pre Contract Research Financial Studies Bid 5 42 Research amp Development 1 Man Time R amp D 1 Training R amp D 5 Property Costs R amp D Equipment Costs R amp D Manufacture 1 Man Time Manufacture 2 Training Manufacture 5 Property Costs Manufacture 1 Raw Materials Manufacture 4 Operation amp Maintenance 5 Man Time 0 Consumables 20 Repair Replacement a Disposal 1 Planning Setup Costs Unit Costs The nodes on the tree represent the cost elements in the CBS LccWare allows you the build the t
60. ated with cost nodes on the Cost Breakdown Structure at each time point in a time sequence Time dependent variables can have different values at each time point in each time sequence constant variables have the same value at each time point Time Point Time points are the dates at which cost calculations are to be carried out A set of time points from the beginning to end of a life cycle is known as a time sequence LccWare calculates the costs associated with cost nodes on the Cost Breakdown Structure at each time point in a time sequence Time dependent variables can have different values at each time point in each time sequence constant variables have the same value at each time point Cost Node Cost nodes are the constituents of the cost tree which represents the cost breakdown structure Each cost node represents a cost element in the cost breakdown structure The cost associated with a cost node is generated from the cost function associated with that node Cost Function A cost function is an equation or Visual Basic compatible function that is used to calculate the cost of a particular node in a cost tree A cost function is evaluated at each time point in a time sequence A cost function can consist of a combination of constant and time dependent local or global variables Time dependent variables can have different values at each time point in each time sequence Constant variables have the same value at each time point
61. ation The part tree and parts hierarchy are represented by a series of folders in the code palette Part tree variables are represented as nodes within part folders To include a part tree variable value in a cost equation simply select a required variable node and drag and drop it into the cost equation This will automatically create a call to the PartTreeValue function with the correct parameters For example Man_time PartTreeValue Car Engine Cost SUM Finally position the cursor at the end of the equation and press the Return key You can try out the function by clicking on the Syntax Check button any errors will be reported in a error window below the button The error window is closed using the Clear button The User Functions Dialog Loli NPV Cost LOW NPVMULT Constant Globals gt LCW NPVMULT LCW_NPVMULT 1 1 100 base value Messages Syntax Check Clear Filter Clear Adding User Functions User function names and their descriptions are displayed in the grid at the left side of the User Function dialog There are two methods for adding new user function names Firstly you can add user functions by clicking in the next available row in the grid and IccWare V3 0 55 Dialog Descriptions directly typing the name Secondly you can click on the Add button and then type the name in the resulting dialog Renaming User Functions There are
62. bsections each of which tells you how to achieve various goals IccWare The next two sections deal with import export and report generation facilities Finally there are a set of Appendices that give you detailed information on lccWare database structure the steps in the IccWare calculation process and a glossary of terms IccWare V3 0 1 What s New in Version 3 What s New in Version 3 Security The IccWare project can optionally be protected by 4 levels of user security administrative design modify or read IccWare users may optionally be granted one of these 4 levels The read user may examine the IccWare project and it s data The modify user may in addition modify IccWare project data but not the structure or cost functions The design user may in addition design IccWare projects The administrative user may in addition add and delete users and set their passwords Sensitivity Analysis Any number of sensitivity studies may be carried out on constant and time dependent global variables and constant and time dependent local variables The sensitivity variation may be specified as a percentage of or as an offset to the normal value In addition it may be specified as an absolute value for constant global variables Part Trees The part trees provide the user with a convenient method of assigning the costs associated with a frequently used piece of equipment to a cost function The par
63. can be assigned to any cost node and can be used to perform ancillary calculations such as the Present Value of a cost Any number of user functions can be assigned to a single cost node When you have instructed IccWare to run a cost calculation you can examine the results in standard text or graph reports You can also prepare your own reports and save the formats for future use LccWare includes facilities for importing data from other software such as Microsoft Access Microsoft Excel and text files The software can also export to any of these file formats By default IccWare applies no security restrictions to the project databases it creates however an optional security mechanism 8 IccWare V3 0 Overviews may be activated When this mechanism is activated all project databases have security information appended This information determines what operations individual users can perform on the IccWare project Users are categorised as having either administrator design modify or read access Time Sequences A time sequence is the name of a set of time points LccWare calculates the costs associated with cost nodes on the Cost Breakdown Structure at each time point in a time sequence Time dependent variables can have different values at each time point in each time sequence constant variables have the same value at each time point Time Points Time points are the dates at which cost calculations are to be carried out A
64. choose the Edit Add Part Tree option or choose Add Part Tree from the right button pop up menu Then type the part tree name into the text box in the resulting Name dialog and click on the OK button The new part tree will then appear as a child of the root You can repeat the process for as many new part trees as you wish to create Each part tree must have a unique name To create a part below any existing part tree or part first select an existing part tree or part and then choose the Edit Add Part option or choose Add Part from the right button pop up menu Then type the part name into the text box in the resulting Name dialog and click on the OK button The new part will then appear as a Child of the selected part tree or part You can repeat the process for as many new parts as you wish to create All the parts associated with an individual part tree must have a unique name You can move or copy existing part trees or parts and their children by first selecting the part tree or part and then copying it IccWare V3 0 31 Cost Tree Window by choosing the Cut parts only or Copy options on the Edit menu or the right button pop up menu or the equivalent toolbar buttons The Cut option will delete the selected part and its children after copying them to the clipboard The copied part trees or parts can then be added to the tree by first selecting the part tree or part at which they are to be added and then choosing the Paste option
65. ck Watch Displays the current value of the selected expression in the Immediate tab of the code window Available only in break mode Select the expression from the Code window and then choose the Quick Watch command IccWare V3 0 61 Dialog Descriptions The Browse Dialog Ra Bimar gram sam 2 ren unm 1 V Casus Tere aca isa chi gt Cont Hoda fisteerces redira mrs Browse dialog allows the user to examine references to all the variables functions part trees parts and associated part tree variables The user can select a reference and in the case of a function edit it or in the case of a cost node display it Definitions Tree Variable function part trees parts and associated part tree variables are displayed in the Definitions tree at the left side of the window The following types are displayed Cost Functions Global Functions User Functions Constant Global Variables Time Dependent Global Variables Constant Local Variables Cost Functions Variables 62 IccWare V3 0 Dialog Descriptions Time Dependent Local Variables Cost Functions Variables Cost Node References Predefined Variables Part Trees Parts Part Tree Variables References List When you select one of the rows in the Definitions grid by clicking on the button at the left of the row any references to the variable or function will be d
66. column in the next available row in the grid and directly typing the name Secondly you can click on the Add button and then type the name in the resulting dialog You can click in the Description field and type a description for the variable and click in the Value field to set a default value for the variable Renaming Global Variables You can rename constant or time dependent global variables depending on whether you set the Constant or Time Dependent tab There are two methods for renaming global variables Firstly you can click on the name in the grid and then type directly over the name Secondly you can select the row containing the name by clicking on the button at the left of the row and then click on the Rename button and type the name in the resulting dialog Similarly you can change the description or the default value IccWare V3 0 45 Dialog Descriptions Deleting Global Variables You can delete constant or time dependent global variables depending on whether you set the Constant or Time Dependent tab You can delete global variable names by selecting the row containing the name by clicking on the button at the left of the row and then clicking on the Delete button You can delete a block of variables by selecting the first variable in the block as described above and then selecting the last variable in the block whilst pressing the Shift key Clicking on the Delete button will then remove the block of names The Global
67. d by a top level node or folder in the tree For example to copy a time dependent global variable first open the Time Dependent Global Variables folder You will then see the list of time dependent global variables that you have created In order to drag and drop one of the variables into the equation you should click on it with the left mouse button keep the button depressed and then drag the 56 IccWare V3 0 Dialog Descriptions variable into position in the equation A cursor will appear when the variable is over the equation indicating the insert position When you release the left mouse button the variable will be placed in the equation Using the code palette is the best method of including part tree variable values in a cost equation The part tree and parts hierarchy are represented by a series of folders in the code palette Part tree variables are represented as nodes within part folders To include a part tree variable value in a cost equation simply select a required variable node and drag and drop it into the cost equation This will automatically create a call to the PartTreeValue function with the correct parameters For example Man_time PartTreeValue Car Engine Cost SUM Finally position the cursor at the end of the equation and press the Return key You can try out the function by clicking on the Syntax Check button any errors will be reported in a error window below the button The error window is clo
68. de and all its children Note that a cost node with a category as the parent is created in the project as a child of the root cost node IccWare V3 0 41 Dialog Descriptions Select the Finish button to create the project and dismiss the Project Wizard dialog or the Previous button to return to the Creating Time Points dialog The Time Sequences Dialog Time Sequences Rename Delete Adding Time Sequences There are two methods for adding new time sequence names Firstly you can add time sequences by clicking in the next available row in the grid and directly typing the name Secondly you can click on the Add button and then type the name in the resulting dialog Renaming Time Sequences There are two methods for renaming time sequence names Firstly you can click on the name in the grid and then type directly over the name Secondly you can select the row containing the name by clicking on the button at the left of the row and then click on the Rename button and type the name in the resulting dialog 42 IccWare V3 0 Dialog Descriptions Deleting Time Sequences You can delete time sequence names by selecting the row containing the name by clicking on the button at the left of the row and then click on the Delete button You can delete a block of time sequences by selecting the first name in the block as described above and then selecting the last name in the block whilst pressing th
69. de references Global Functions Name Type Indexed Comments ID Long Primary Integer Name Text Unique Description Text Text Memo Function code Function Type Integer 0 Global Declaration 1 Initialise Time Sequence 2 Initialise Time Point 3 Terminate Time Sequence 4 Terminate Time Point 5 Global Function User Functions Name Type Indexed Comments ID Long Primary IccWare V3 0 157 LccWare Project Database Integer Name Text Unique Description Text Text Memo Function code Time Sequences Name Type Indexed Comments ID Long Primary Integer Name Text Unique Results Up To Boolean Date Results Up To Date Name Indexed TimeSequencelD Long Primary FK Time Sequences ID Integer Results Up To Boolean False Results are out of date Date True Results are up to date Time Points Name Type Indexed Comments ID Long Primary Integer TimeSequencelD Long Unique FK Time Sequences ID Integer Time Sequence Text Used only for import export Name Date Date Time Start Date Boolean If True then first date in time sequence Constant Global Variables Name Type Indexed Comments 158 IccWare V3 0 Appendix IV ID Long Primary Integer Name Text Unique Description Text V
70. defined in the Declarations section global functions can also contain constant and time dependent global variables predefined variables and math functions Math Functions You are supplied with a set of math functions that can be included in the cost calculation These functions are equivalent to those available in Visual Basic Abs x Returns magnitude of x i e the sign is ignored Atn x Returns arctangent of x the result is in radians Cos x Returns cosine of x x is in radians Returns the base of natural logarithms raised to a power x Fix x Returns the first integer less than or equal to x Log x Returns the natural logarithm of a x Returns a random number Randomize Before calling Rnd use the Randomize statement without an argument to initialize the random number generator with a seed based on the system timer IccWare V3 0 135 Detailed Explanation of Cost Calculation Sgn x Returns an Integer indicating the sign of x If x is Sgn returns Greater than zero 1 Equal to zero 0 Less than zero 1 Sin x Returns the sine of x x is in radians Sqr x Returns the square root of a x Tan x Returns the cosine of x x is in radians Operators The operators are equivalent to those used in Visual Basic Most are well known but you will probably need an explanation for some of the following Addition x y Subtraction x y Multiplication x y Used to divide two nu
71. defined variables cost node references local variables global variables and references to part tree variables A cost function is evaluated at each time point in a time sequence Time dependent variables can have different values at each time point in each time sequence Constant variables have the same value at each time point Local Variables A local variable can only be used with the cost function in which it was originally defined The cost function can be assigned to any cost node and different values of the local variables could be assigned for each of these instances Cost Node References A cost node reference is the name given to a child cost node which is then used to represent the cost of the child node in a cost function assigned to the parent cost node In normal circumstances the cost of a parent node is the sum of the costs of the child nodes However lccWare gives you the flexibility to override this in the cost function assigned to the parent node Global Functions Global functions are Visual Basic like functions that can be used to carry out certain operations or calculate values Global functions can be used in cost or user functions A set of pre named global functions is supplied with IccWare that are automatically executed at certain stages of the calculation IccWare V3 0 11 Overviews User Functions User functions are Visual Basic like functions that can be used to carry out certain operations or ca
72. des or functions and run analyses Read IccWare Data This group may read IccWare project data and run analyses The permissions assigned to each of these groups are described in more detail in Appendix V On installation the security system has four users admin belonging to the Admins group design belonging to the Design IccWare group modify belonging to the Modify IccWare Data group and read belonging to the Read Data group passwords are not set for these users It should be noted that if the password is set for the admin user then even if the secure command line flag is not set then the IccWare user will be prompted for a user name and password In this case IccWare will restrict access to secured projects according to the group membership of the user in exactly the same manner as if the secure flag was set The IccWare security system is based on the same system as Microsoft Access Thus users can not modify or view the database in Microsoft Access or other products based on the Jet database 16 IccWare V3 0 Overviews engine without the correct permissions IccWare security file system mdw is installed in the same directory as the program executable It is important that this file is protected from being deleted or overwritten by unauthorised users This is normally achieved by using the operating system file permissions IccWare V3 0 17 Menu Commands Menu Comma
73. drag and drop the UnitCost variable into the equation from the code palette The equation should now be maintenance cost PartTreeValue Maintenance Cost Components Quantity SUM PartTreeValue Maintenance Cost Components UnitCost SUM We have now completed the cost function definitions for the sample project You should dismiss the Cost Function dialog by clicking on the OK button Assigning Cost Functions to Cost Nodes We have already constructed the cost tree and defined some simple cost functions it is now time to assign cost functions to the relevant cost nodes on the tree and to specify the values of local variables IccWare V3 0 91 Tutorial You should start by selecting the cost node named Leasing Property R amp D Make sure that the Cost Node tab is visible and the click on the Cost Function drop down menu This menu allows you to assign a cost function to the cost node you should select lease_property Next click on the Time Dependent Variables tab which will show that we have one such variable floor_area This dialog allows you to specify the floor space used in each time period in this case annually for this cost node This shows the use of the local variable concept First select Option 1 from the list of time sequences Set the values at the second third fourth and fifth years of the project to 2000 by over typing the values and leave the later ye
74. e CONSTANT GLOBAL TIME DEPENDENT GLOBAL VARIABLES CONSTANT LOCAL 8 TIME DEPENDENT LOCAL VARIABLES PART TREE VARIABLES PREDEFINED 5 nsns nsns nnne GLOBAL MATH 6 5 95 USER CALCULATION APPENDIX III IMPORT EXPORT DATABASE TABLES COST FUNCTIONS eut 5 TIME SEQUENCES reve tear eden Ce eue TIME POINTS serrer reet eo e ree pe EH LEES CONSTANT GLOBAL VARIABLES CONSTANT GLOBAL VARIABLE SENSITIVITY eee vi IccWare V3 0 Contents TIME DEPENDENT GLOBAL VARIABLES eee eene 143 TIME DEPENDENT GLOBAL VARIABLE VALUES 144 TIME DEPENDENT GLOBAL VARIABLE SENSITIVITY 144 COST NODES ptr RBPeI HIDE 145 COST NODE REFERENCES eee e nene nennen nnne nnn 145 COST NODE USER FUNCTIONS
75. e cycle of the system Each set of time points is called a time sequence and has a unique name LccWare allows you to define more than one set of time points so that you can investigate the effects of variations in the time points values and the values of variables You can define the variables that you wish to use in the cost calculations and supply values that are either constant over time or vary with time You can assign values to the time varying variables at each of the time points in each time sequence In addition to constant or tabular variables you can create global functions For example these functions could be used to calculate values be used in cost function calculations where a variable can be represented by a function LccWare also has the facility to create user functions These functions can be assigned to any cost node and can be used to perform ancillary calculations such as the Present Value of a cost Any number of user functions can be assigned to a single cost node The purpose of this section is to explain the details of how you can use these various functions and variables in your calculations IccWare V3 0 131 Detailed Explanation of Cost Calculation Cost Functions The cost function that evaluates the cost at a cost node can be either a simple equation or a more extensive Visual Basic like function In either case the following elements can be used to create the function Constant Global Variabl
76. e Shift key Clicking on the Delete button will then remove the block of names The Time Points Dialog Time Points Time Sequences Time Points ption 2 2030171998 012000 n 2000 0202 1 01 2008 Adding Time Points You must first select the time sequence to which you intend to add the time points in the Time Sequences list This will activate the Time Points grid and the Add button Initially the grid will contain only the default start date You should next click on the Add button which will activate the Add Time Points dialog You should type the number of time points that you wish to add into the text field and select the appropriate radio button to specify the interval between time points as either months or years When you click on the OK IccWare V3 0 43 Dialog Descriptions button the time points will appear in the grid You can extend the number of time points by selecting the Add button again and repeating the process Inserting Time Points You can insert time points into the time sequence by clicking on the button at the left of the existing time point at the point of insertion and then clicking on the nsert button The resulting nsert Time Points dialog allows you to choose insertion before or after the insertion point and the interval between points LccWare decides if there is space to insert the request
77. e variable at a particular time point by placing it on the left hand side of a statement in the function 132 IccWare V3 0 Appendix II Part Tree Variables Constant part tree variables have a value at each part in their associated part tree Time dependent part tree variables have values at each part time sequence and time point combination in their associated part tree These values are included in cost functions using the PartTree Value function call Predefined Variables A set of predefined variables is provided for your convenience These variables give you access to useful parameters that can be included in the cost function calculation The variables are explained below LCW_TSEQ This variable is set to the name of the current time sequence It is a String data type LCW_TPNT This variable is set to the value of the current time point It is a Date data type LCW_TPNT_INDEX This variable is set to the index of the current time point It is a Integer data type The index starts at 1 for the first time point LCW_TPNT_YEARDIFF This variable is set to the difference between the current time point and the last time point measured in years It is a Integer data type The value is set to zero for the first time point Since this variable is an integer fractional values are rounded down to the next lower integer LCW TPNT MNTHDIFF IccWare V3 0 133 Detailed Explanation of Cost
78. e your own description Next select the cost function by clicking IccWare V3 0 87 Tutorial on the button at the left of the row after first clicking in next name field You should then click on the Code tab You will see in the upper left text input area that the equation for man_time has already been started for you We will use this area to build the cost functions Now remember that the man time cost function will have three terms each of which is a man time rate multiplied by the number of man hours worked The man time rates have already been defined as global time dependent variables We will now define the man hours as local time dependent variables This means that when we assign this cost function to a cost node that we can assign man hour values that are appropriate to that particular node in other words they are local variables You should now click on the Time Dependent Variables tab You should now click in the Name field and type in man_hours_1 click in the Description field and type your own description and finally click in the Default Value field and type in 0 You should now repeat the process for the variables hours 2 and man_hours_3 with the same default values You should now return to the Code tab and delete lt expression gt from the right side of the equation You could replace this by typing the actual equation but you will probably find that using the drag
79. eating Time Sequences Dialog Project Wizard z lt Fassimistic The Creating Time Sequences dialog allows the user to create a project with one or more of the two pre defined time sequences Pessimistic or Optimistic Alternatively the user may enter their own time sequence name To add pre defined time sequence name select the required name from the combo box drop down and then select the gt gt button to add it to the Time Sequences list To add a user defined name enter it in the combo box text area and then select the gt gt button to add it to the Time Sequences list To delete a time sequence name from the Time Sequences list select the required name in the list and then select the lt lt button Select the Next button to proceed to the Creating Time Points dialog or the Previous button to return to the Select Project Options IccWare V3 0 39 Dialog Descriptions dialog The Creating Time Points Dialog Project Wizard Time Poinig Belleci a sinit dale using Tas combo bos or enter your cwn Beledi the rambear of time points wing the combo box er anter your man Selectthe required ime marvel Stan Humber of Time Points karear 2000 IE 3 Time lara Ewen enr Prius Cancel The Creating Time Points dialog allows the user to add a number of time points to the time sequences created in the Creating Time Sequences d
80. eatures of the code palette will be easier First select the Time Dependent Globals folder You will see a list of time dependent global variable that you have created In order to drag and drop one of the variables into the equation you should click on it with the left mouse button keep the button depressed and then drag the variable into position in the equation A cursor will appear when the variable is over the equation indicating the insertion position When you release the left mouse button the variable will be placed in the equation Start off by placing the variable for the man time rate then type in the multiplication operator The operator could also have been dragged and dropped from the operators category list Next select the Time Dependent Locals folder and drag and drop the variable man hours 1 into the equation Finally position the cursor at the end of the equation and press the Heturn key You have now completed the cost function definition for the simple example You should dismiss the Cost Function dialog by clicking on the OK button How to Use a Part Tree Variable in a Cost Function The PartTreeValue function is used to include part tree variable values in cost equations The PartTreeValue function parameters are as follows PartTreeValue PartTree as String Part as String PartTreeVariable as String Type as String Valid values for Type are SUM Function returns value of part and all it s children for
81. ed Field Names Comments Part Tree Text Yes Name IccWare V3 0 149 Import Export Database Tables mm D o De Parent Part Text Name Dee Tor Display Long Order Integer Expanded Boolean Constant Part Tree Variables Field Name Type Import Index Option Disabled Field Names Comments Part Tree Text Yes Name Variable Text Yes Name Description Text Default Double Value Constant Part Tree Variable Values On import records in this table can only be overwritten not appended Field Name Type Import Index Option Disabled Field Names Comments Part Tree Text Yes Name Variable Text Name ewe me 150 IccWare V3 0 Appendix III Default Double Value 3 Time Dependent Part Tree Variables Field Type Import Index Option Disabled Field Names Comments Part Tree Text Yes Name Variable Text Yes Name Description Text Default Double Value Time Dependent Part Tree Variable Values On import records in this table can only be overwritten not appended Field Name Type Import Index Option Disabled Field Names Comments Part Tree Text Yes Name Variable Text Yes Name ere 7 Time Text Sequence Name pw que e IccWare V3 0 151 Import Export Database Tables Description Default Double Value pae qmm Analysis Results This table can only be
82. ed then place the cursor over the node and keeping the left mouse button pressed down drag the cursor to the node where the node is to be copied whilst pressing the Ctrl key then release the left button The selected node and any children will be copied to the specified position in the tree The nodes will be removed from their original position if the Ctrl key is not pressed 106 IccWare V3 0 How To How to Delete a Cost Node A selected cost node and any children can be deleted from the tree by choosing the Edit Delete menu option or the Delete option on the right button pop up menu How to Reorder the Cost Tree A selected node can be moved in the tree structure by choosing the Edit Move Cost Node Up or Edit Move Cost Node Down menu options These options move the selected node and any children up or down by one position at a time on the same indenture level of the tree How to Find a Cost Node It may be difficult to locate a particular tree node on a large tree so the Edit Find Cost Node menu option has been included in IccWare You should type the name of the required node into the Name dialog and then the tree will be moved if necessary so that the node will appear selected in the viewing area How to Create a Part Tree and Parts There are three methods of creating part trees and parts The first method uses the Edit Add Part Tree or Edit Add Part menu option the second uses the Cut parts only
83. ed time points and if there is it will fill the interval You cannot insert before the first time point or after the last time point in the sequence Modifying Time Points You can modify a time point date by first clicking on it and then typing in the new date Note that IccWare rounds all dates to the first day of the month Dates that are entered in the short date format must correspond to the setting in the Control Panel Regional Settings Dialog The date must be greater than the preceding date and less than the following date Deleting Time Points Time points can be deleted individually or in blocks the time points to be deleted must first be selected in the grid A time point is selected by clicking on the button at the left of the time point A block of time points can be selected by selecting the first one as described above then selecting the second whilst pressing the Shift key You can delete the selected time point s by clicking on the Delete button 44 IccWare V3 0 Dialog Descriptions The Global Variables Dialog Global Variables Constant Time Dependent Name Description Value wits number of units to 1000 Adding Global Variables You can add constant or time dependent global variables depending on whether you set the Constant or Time Dependent tab There are two methods for adding new global variable names Firstly you can add variables by clicking in the Name
84. ee windows The library facility allows the user access to all the standard IccWare facilities except that time sequences and time points can not be added to the library A single fixed time sequence and set of time points are automatically provided for testing purposes 12 IccWare V3 0 Overviews When modifying a library any existing project can be opened and displayed in the library window which is where the library is normally displayed when modifying projects This feature allows the user to copy cost structures from existing projects to the library After modifying the library it is recommended that it is tested using the Consistency Check and Run Analysis dialogs Project Wizard The project wizard simplifies the creation of new projects The wizard is based on allowing the user to select cost nodes from the master library and creating the new project based on these cost nodes The wizard prompts the user for the following information Project options date format system description compiled by and approved by Number of time sequences and names Start date number of time interval and the time interval month or year Which cost nodes to copy from the library Cost Calculation At each time point in each selected time sequence the cost of each node on the cost tree is calculated from the cost function that is assigned to that node Debugging the Analysis Most users will not normally use the debug faci
85. enance Cost part tree and then the Edit Part Tree Variables menu option Pest Trista gj Select Maintenance Cost from the Part Trees list The Constant tab enables you to define part tree variables that do not vary 84 IccWare V3 0 Tutorial through the time sequence Click in the name column and enter type Quantity Now click in the Default Value column and type 1 Next select the Time Dependent tab to enter variables that vary in value throughout the time sequence Click in the name column and type UnitCost Now click in the Default Value column and type 10000 Select the OK button to save the new variable and dismiss the dialog We will now add the parts below the part tree Select the Edit Add Part menu option and type Components into the text box in the resulting Name dialog and click on the OK button Now select the Components part just added and repeat the above process to add the Pump Boiler Turbine and Generator parts Assigning Values to Part Tree Variables We will now set the part tree variable values The first task is to set the Components part tree variable values to zero This is because this part is acting as a container for its child components and does not contribute to the total maintenance cost Select the Components part in the part tree and then select the Constant Variables tab Click in the Value column and type 0
86. ence name from the list of time sequences and the local variable name The grid of time points and time values will then appear at the right side of the dialog 34 IccWare V3 0 Cost Tree Window Initially these are the default value that you supplied when creating the variables There are several ways of modifying the values including direct overwriting and specifying linearly increasing values A time point is selected by clicking on the button at the left of the time point A block of time points can be selected by selecting the first one as described above then selecting the second whilst pressing the Shift key A range of time points can be selected by selecting the first one as described above then selecting the second whilst pressing the Ctrl key The entire set of time points can be selected by clicking on the Select All button You can change individual values by clicking on the value and typing the new value You can set a block of values by first selecting them and clicking on the Set button You can then type the new value into the resulting dialog field You can multiply a block of values by a specified value by first selecting them and clicking on the Multiply button You can then type the multiplier into the resulting dialog field You can set the values to be a linear interpolation between the first and last values in a selected range by clicking on the Linear button You can select a single row or block of rows in the
87. equired names whilst pressing the Ctrl key Thirdly if you want to select a set of adjacent names you can click on the first and last names in the set names whilst pressing the Shift key Running the Analysis When you have selected the time sequences that you wish to include in the analysis you can start the calculation by selecting the Run Start Analysis menu option or by clicking on the Start Analysis toolbar button The cost results will appear in the upper right text area for each selected time sequence at each time point in the time sequence The cost values cumulative cost values or both can be displayed depending on which radio button you have IccWare V3 0 59 Dialog Descriptions set Any errors in the model will be reported in the text area in the lower part of the window Running in Debug Mode Most users will not normally use the debug facility this would be used in complex cost models to trace the progress of the calculation through the coding When you have selected a single time sequence you can run the calculation in debug mode by selecting the Debug Start Debugger menu option or by clicking on the Start Debugger toolbar button The debug process is controlled using the Debug menu options or the equivalent buttons on the toolbar The cumulative cost results will appear in the upper right text area for each selected time sequence at each time point in the time sequence as they are calculated during the debug r
88. er Functions Disabled Field Names Comments 1 Time Sequences Field Name Import Index Option Disabled Field Names Comments Wm qw pe Time Points Field Name Type Import Index Option Disabled Field Names Comments Time Text Sequence Name Date Date 142 IccWare V3 0 Appendix III Constant Global Variables Field Name Import Index Option Disabled Field Names Comments mew m 1 E s me Constant Global Variable Sensitivity Disabled Field Names Comments Name Description me EM Long CEN Percent Integer 1 Offset 2 Absolute peu i 3 Time Dependent Global Variables On import records in this table can only be overwritten not appended Field Name Import Index Option Disabled Field Names Comments Double Value IccWare V3 0 143 Import Export Database Tables Time Dependent Global Variable Values On import records in this table can only be overwritten not appended Field Type Import Index Option Disabled Field Names Comments Time Text Yes Yes Sequence Name Variable Text Name Default Double Value pae ee Time Dependent Global Variable Sensitivity Field Type Import Index Option Disabled Field Names Comments Variable Text Name ee Long a Percent
89. er to specify a non unique name for each cost node in addition to the existing unique name The IccWare 2 0 cost node Name field has been renamed as the Unique Name field A new cost node field Name has been added this name may occur one or more times in the cost tree When an lccWare 2 0 project is updated to lccWare 3 0 the existing Name field is renamed as Unique Name and then the value of the Unique Name field copied to the Name field for all cost nodes Cost Function Code Palette The IccWare 2 0 cost function code tab used a combo box to categorise variables functions and operators and a list box to provide a drag and drop facility for copying the variables functions and operators to the cost equation This interface has been replaced by the pop up code palette window This categorises variables functions part tree variables and operators in a tree structure This has the advantage of providing faster access to the various objects a larger edit window for the cost equation and an intuitive interface for selecting part IccWare V3 0 5 tree variables for inclusion in the cost equation Improved Browse Dialog The Browse dialog now displays all variables functions part trees parts and part tree variables in a tree structure Selecting an item in this tree displays the function or cost node that references the item in a list Selecting a referenced item from the list allows the user to edit the item directly or in the c
90. eries of folders in the code palette Part tree variables are represented as nodes within part folders To include a part tree variable value in a cost equation simply select a required variable node and drag and drop it into the cost equation This will automatically create a call to the PartTreeValue function with the correct parameters Finally position the cursor at the end of the equation and press the Return key You can try out the function by clicking on the Syntax Check button any errors will be reported in a error window below the button The error window is closed using the Clear button Adding Local Variables You can add constant or time dependent local variables depending on whether you select the Constant Variables or Time Dependent Variables tab 50 IccWare V3 0 Dialog Descriptions Code Constant Variables Time Dependent Variables Cost Node References Description Default Value multiplying factor 1 10 multiplying factor 2 1 0 There are two methods for adding new local variable names Firstly you can add variables by clicking in the Name column in the next available row in the grid and directly typing the name Secondly you can click on the Add button and then type the name in the resulting dialog You can click in the Description field and type a description for the variable and click in the Value field to set a default value for the variable Renaming Local Variables You can rename const
91. es A constant global variable has a single value that is constant in time You can use the variable in any cost function because it is a global variable It is possible to change the value of the variable by placing it on the left hand side of a statement in the function Time Dependent Global Variables A time dependent global variable has a value at each time point in each time sequence in the IccWare model You can use the variable in any cost function because it is a global variable It is possible to change the value of the variable at a particular time point by placing it on the left hand side of a statement in the function Constant Local Variables A constant local variable has a single value that is constant in time You can use the variable and set its value each time you assign the cost function to a cost node in this sense the variable is local to this instance of the function It is possible to change the value of the variable by placing it on the left hand side of a statement in the function Time Dependent Local Variables A time dependent local variable has a value at each time point in each time sequence in the IccWare model You can use the variable and set its value each time you assign the cost function to a cost node in this sense the variable is local to this instance of the function You can use the variable in any cost function because it is a global variable It is possible to change the value of th
92. etwork server or network client At the end of each installation type section are notes for each particular operating system server type where appropriate Before starting the installation please ensure that all other processes on the target machine have been terminated that you are logged in as the system administrator that you have full access to the installation usually Program Files directory on the target machine and read write access to the server for network client installations that you read the notes appropriate to your operating system server type at the end of each installation type section File permissions are discussed more fully under each installation type Note that the installation process takes a conservative approach to updating system DLLs and ActiveX controls These components will only be updated if the component version number contained in the CD ROM installation is greater than that of the component on the target machine To start the installation insert the CD in the CD ROM drive Normally the installation will start automatically If this is not the case then select Run from the Windows Start menu and then Browse Now navigate to the CD ROM drive open the disk1 folder IccWare V3 0 173 Installation Instructions and select the Setup exe program Select OK on the Run dialog to start the installation Now refer to the standalone installation instructions if you have a l
93. g Global Function Equations You should select the global function name and then delete lt expression gt from the right side of the equation in the upper central text area You could replace this by typing the actual equation but you will probably find that using the drag and drop features combined with the code palette pop up window will be easier The code palette is automatically displayed whenever the code tab is selected If it is dismissed it can be re displayed using the code palette button The code palette displays all the possible variables functions part tree variables and operators that can be included in the cost equation in a tree structure Each category of object is represented by a top level node or folder in the tree For example to copy a time dependent global variable first open the Time Dependent Global Variables folder You will then see the list of time dependent global variables that you have created In order to drag and drop one of the variables into the equation you should click on it with the left mouse button keep the button depressed and then drag the variable into position in the equation A cursor will appear when the variable is over the equation indicating the insert position When 54 IccWare V3 0 Dialog Descriptions you release the left mouse button the variable will be placed in the equation Using the code palette is the best method of including part tree variable values in a cost equ
94. g Reports The user can print pre defined reports by choosing one of the options on the IccWare File Print menu Selection of any of these choices on the IccWare File menu starts up the Report Generator which then displays a dialog from which the user selects a particular report type The report types displayed will be identical to the list provided when in print preview mode Selection of the required report type then leads to a standard Print dialog 122 IccWare V3 0 Reports A Summary Once a report has been printed the user may select another report from the list or select the Close button to exit from the Report Generator IccWare V3 0 123 Importing and Exporting Data Importing and Exporting Data Overview IccWare provides extensive import and export facilities allowing users to transfer project data to and from Microsoft Access compatible databases Microsoft Excel worksheets and text files The IccWare project database structure is described in Appendix IV Some of the tables in the database are combined to provide a more useful interface for the import and export facilities It is this combination of derived and original tables that is presented in the import export dialogs and is described in Appendix III A common terminology will be used to describe the structure of each of the import export file types This will be based on a database structure in which each database is composed of tables Each table i
95. he main window The cost tree window is divided by two adjustable splitter bars into three further windows The cost tree structure is displayed in the top left window The attributes of the currently selected cost node are displayed in the top right window The library cost structure is displayed in the bottom window although this window may be hidden if required Lal ei HARA Shee Pa lem Cas i Fea 7 Flamin a dmm rea Hamer menaced The part trees window is divided by two adjustable splitter bars into three further windows The part trees structure is displayed in the top left window The attributes of the currently selected part tree or part are displayed in the top right window The library part trees structure is displayed in the bottom window although this window may be hidden if required IccWare V3 0 23 Cost Tree Window TL Pena 155 Car Tree Seay he m wd Cost Tree Window Cost Tree Structure In order to create a cost tree you must first open a new project by choosing the File New Project menu option or equivalent toolbar button if you are not already in a new project This menu option will display the New Project dialog This allows the user to create a blank project create a project using the Project Wizard open an existing project or open a recent project There are three methods of creating cost nodes The firs
96. hen release the left button The selected node and any children will be copied to the specified position in the tree Part Trees Library Window Many part tree structures can be contained in the master library You can copy existing part trees or parts and their children by first selecting the part tree or part and then copying it by selecting the Copy option on the Edit menu or the right button pop up menu or the equivalent toolbar button The copied part trees or parts can then be added to the tree by first selecting the part tree or part at which they are to be added and then choosing the Paste option Because each part tree or part under a part tree must have a unique name any copied non unique items will be given the name copy of xyz where xyz is the name of the original item You can change these names by selecting a part tree or part and then edit its name in the Name field in the Part Tree Part tab You can also use the drag and drop facility to copy part trees or parts First select the part tree or part to be copied then place the cursor over the selection and keeping the left mouse button pressed down drag the cursor to the part tree or part where the selection is to be copied then release the left button The selected part tree or part and any children will be copied to the specified target position 36 IccWare V3 0 Dialog Descriptions Dialog Descriptions Each of the main dialogs is described i
97. hen clicking on the Paste button Changes are saved on selecting the Apply button a new cost node or another tab The User Functions Tab You can assign user functions to the cost node by clicking on the Add button and selecting a user function from the list in the Select User Function dialog Cost Node Constant Variables Time Dependent Variables User Functions User Function 30 IccWare V3 0 Cost Tree Window Changes are saved on selecting the Apply button a new cost node or another tab Part Trees Window Part Trees Structure The part trees structure is created with a single part tree called Default Part Tree when a new project is created The parent node of this part tree is called the root Part trees can only be created directly below the root parts are created as children of a part tree and parts can have as many child parts as required The part tree variables associated with a part tree are created using the Part Tree Variables dialog The values for these variables are entered in the attributes window when a part is selected There are three methods of creating part trees and parts The first method uses the Edit Add Part Tree or Edit Add Part menu option the second uses the Cut parts only and Paste options and the third uses drag and drop These alternatives are explained in the following paragraphs To create a part tree select the part trees root Next
98. hich you should type the names of the time sequences For instance type Option 1 into the first line then click on the second line and type in Option 2 Time Sequences Pename TATION ee Delete Then click on the OK button to dismiss the dialog We will next specify the time points in each of the time sequences LccWare will calculate the values of the cost nodes at each of the time points You should choose the Edit Time Points menu option or the Time Points toolbar button IccWare V3 0 109 How To First select the Option 1 time sequence by clicking on that name in the Time Sequences list By default the initial time point is January 1998 You should next click on the Add button which will reveal the Add Time Points dialog Add Time Points You can set either the Year or Month radio buttons and then type the number of time points that you require into the Add field and click the OK button The time points will now appear in the grid You can repeat the process of adding time points for any other time sequences that have been created How to Create Global Variables The cost equations that we will use for the various cost elements in the Cost Breakdown Structure CBS will be composed of various 110 IccWare V3 0 How To types of variables and functions Global variables can be defined and can then be used in any of the cost equations As
99. hortcut to the lccWare program will be created in this folder Select Next to display the Select Shortcut Options dialog By default additional desktop and start menu shortcuts to the IccWare program are created To prevent these being created de select the check boxes Select Next to display the Select Default Paper Size dialog Select either ISO A4 or US Letter as the default paper size for your reports Select Next to display the Start Copying Files dialog NB If you already have lccWare Version 2 0 installed on your machine you will be asked if you wish to overwrite your Report Generator Import and Export databases These contain your reports import and export templates respectively If you choose to overwrite your report database then your old report formats are still accessible via the new Alternate Report Database option in the Report Explorer The old report database will be saved as MV5LwR rkz Select Next to start the file copy and registration process When this is finished the Setup Complete dialog will be displayed You may be prompted as to whether you wish to reboot the machine now or later If this prompt appears it is because another process is IccWare V3 0 175 Installation Instructions using a shared DLL or ActiveX control that the installation program tried to update The new version will be installed when the machine is rebooted Notes for Windows NT 2000 Users Installing a Standalone Machine
100. ialog The same number of time points are added to each of the time sequences using the specified starting date To specify the starting date for the time points select the required date from the Start Date combo box drop down or enter a user defined value in the combo box text area To specify the number of time points select the required number from the Number of Time Points combo box drop down or enter a user defined value in the combo box text area Select the interval between the generated time points using the Time Interval option Select the Next button to proceed to the Selecting Cost Nodes 40 IccWare V3 0 Dialog Descriptions dialog or the Previous button to return to the Creating Time Sequences dialog The Selecting Cost Nodes Dialog EN Wizard Spa amp Devalopmam Leasing Property BO Marima HO Lessing Equipment FAE A Lensing Proparty Men BO Ha Leasing Equipment The Selecting Cost Nodes dialog allows the user to select the cost nodes comprising the cost structure of the project To select a cost node and its children select check box to the left of the cost node or category This will automatically select the cost node or category its children and all its parent cost nodes To de select a selected cost node or category just select the check box This will de select the selected cost no
101. icence to install lccWare on a single machine Refer to the network server installation type if you have a licence to install lccWare on a network server Refer to the network client installation type if you have already installed IccWare on your network server and are now installing to a client Note that after completing the installation you will need to refer to the section entitled Obtaining Your lccWare Licence for instructions on activating the full functionality of IccWare If you are installing IccWare in a network server client configuration please install the network server copy of IccWare first and obtain the licence for this copy before installing the network client s 174 IccWare V3 0 Appendix VI Installing on a Standalone Machine After starting the installation process The Welcome dialog is displayed initially select Next to display the Select Setup Type dialog Select the Standalone option from the list and then select Next to display the Choose Destination Folder dialog Select the folder directory in which you wish to install IccWare This is the top level directory of the installation and is normally C Program Files although any directory may be chosen This folder must be on a local hard disk drive of the machine you are installing on Select Next to display the Select Program Folder dialog Enter the program folder name This is lccWare by default although any name be chosen A s
102. ill check on the value returned by the maintenance cost function at each time point in the Option 1 time sequence From the Run Analysis dialog select the Start Debugger toolbar button This will display the debugger code window in place of the message window Scroll down the code window until the maintenance_cost function is visible Now click on the maintenance cost code line and then select the Toggle Breakpoint toolbar button to set a breakpoint on the selected line Select the Go toolbar button to start the debugger this will display 100 IccWare V3 0 Tutorial the watch window above the code window Execution will stop at the selected breakpoint This represents the first call to the maintenance cost function the first time point at the Repair Replacement cost node Now step execution past the call to the PartTreeValue function using the Step Over Function toolbar button We can now examine the value of the maintenance cost function by clicking on the function name and then selecting the Quick Watch toolbar button The value which should be 30100 will be displayed in the watch window Tina O Raiufs ummery krass prppern sme per seen gene Ere Fun chia lu rcnangenenc coe 44 Diment coal njing Ocal Doula You can now step through each time point in the time sequence by repeatedly selecting the Go butto
103. ions Dialog View Options Design Mode The check boxes allow you to specify which information is to be displayed next to each cost node in the cost tree Cost node name Cost node unique name Cost node description Cost node indenture level Cost function assigned to the cost node Cost node reference assigned to the cost node Cumulative cost for the cost node for the time sequence specified in the drop down menu IccWare V3 0 69 Dialog Descriptions Cost Function equation displayed as a tool tip this appears when you move the cursor over the cost node The Sensitivity Study Dialog Coenen Gone Tres Dependent Cinta Conmantiooa Tena Depaedaniz Pereri Selecting a Variable Type Select either the Constant Global Variables Time Dependent Global Variables Constant Local Variables or the Time Dependent Local Variables tab to choose the required variable type Selecting a Variable to Vary Select a variable from the Variables list and then select the lt lt button This will add the variable to the Variations list The variation is set to 0 0 by default Enter the required variation in the Variation column Now select the variation type in the Type column Three types are available percent offset and absolute The absolute type can only be applied to constant global variables The variable value will be set as follows when the variation is processed in the analysis percent original_val
104. is 99 assigning cost functions to cost nodes 91 cost functions defining 87 creating the cost tree 78 global variables defining 81 reporting 102 time sequences and time points 79 U User Function equations creating gt 56 User Functions adding 55 deleting 56 overview 12 renaming 56 User Functions dialog 55 User Functions tab 30 V View menu 21 View Options dialog 69 W What 15 a Cost Function 127 Cost Node Reference 128 Global Function 128 Global Variable 128 Local Variable 128 Predefined Variable 129 Time Point 127 Time Sequence 127 User Function 128 Window menu 22 IccWare V3 0 189
105. isplayed in the References list If the reference is selected in the list then it may be edited In the case of a function the appropriate edit dialog is displayed or in the case of a cost node the node is brought into view in cost tree structure The Consistency Check Dialog IccWare V3 0 63 Dialog Descriptions Cost Nodes Cost Function Not Selected Research amp Development Manufacture Operation amp Maintenance 3 errors Cost Functions Unreferenced No errors Cost Nodes Cost Node Reference Errors No errors 5 Consistency Checks Messages relating to the following items are listed Cost Nodes without Cost Functions Cost Functions not referenced on the cost tree Cost Node Reference errors 64 IccWare V3 0 Dialog Descriptions The User Administration Dialog Ceta loc Were Deha Adding a New User Select the New button and then type the name in the resulting dialog Deleting Users Select the required user name from the Users list and then select Delete The admin user can not be deleted Changing a User Password Select the required user name from the Users list and then select Change Password In the resulting dialog enter the new password in the New Password field and confirm it in the Verify New IccWare V3 0 65 Dialog Descriptions Password field It is not necessary to enter the existing password except when modifying the admin user pa
106. ition to adding cost nodes to a cost tree the user may also add cost categories Cost categories are either children of the root node or children of another cost category The cost category feature allows the user to organise their library in a structured and logical manner In addition to creating cost node structures in the library the user may also create part tree structures Isograph provide a library already containing the commonly used cost elements The library may be extended by the user adding their own cost categories cost nodes and part trees The library window forms part of the main IccWare window The user may use copy and paste or drag and drop to transfer cost nodes part trees or parts from the library window to the cost tree or part trees window All associated information is copied with the selected cost nodes associated cost and user functions variables 2 IccWare V3 0 What s New in Version 3 part trees etcetera Project Wizard The project wizard simplifies the creation of new projects The wizard is based on allowing the user to select cost nodes from the master library and creating the new project based on these cost nodes The wizard prompts the user for the following information Project options date format system description compiled by and approved by Number of time sequences and names Start date number of time interval and the time interval month or year Which cost nodes to
107. ked if you wish to overwrite your Report Generator Import and Export databases These contain your reports import and export templates respectively If you choose to overwrite your report database then your old report formats are still accessible via the new Alternate Report Database option in the Report Explorer The old report database will be saved as MV5LwR rkz Select Next to start the file copy and registration process When this is finished the Setup Complete dialog will be displayed You may be prompted as to whether you wish to reboot the machine now or later If this prompt appears it is because another process is using a shared DLL or ActiveX control that the installation program tried to update The new version will be installed when the machine is rebooted 182 IccWare V3 0 Appendix VII Appendix VII Obtaining Your LccWare Licence Select IccWare V3 0 from the Windows Start menu The program will start up in demonstration mode Either select the Licence button from within the Demonstration Message Dialog that appears immediately on start up or select the Help Licence pull down menu option to display the Licence dialog Note down the site code provided in the dialog and send an email to lsograph licence isograph com containing your company details contact name and site code We will then provide you with a site key that will allow you to run the program according to the type of licence you have purchased When you recei
108. l Functions dialog 53 Global Variable values editing 46 Global Variable Values dialog 46 Global Variables adding 45 57 deleting 46 58 overview 9 renaming 45 58 Global Variables dialog 45 H Help menu 22 How to assign cost functions to cost nodes 115 create a cost node 105 create a time sequence 108 create global variables 110 define cost functions 112 delete a cost node 107 find a cost node 107 reorder the cost tree 107 report on analysis results 117 run an analysis 116 I Import 14 Import program 126 Importing data 125 Indenture Level 5 Introduction 1 L LccWare overview 7 Library 2 12 35 Life Cycle Cost example 76 Local Variables adding 50 deleting 51 overview 11 renaming 51 O Options dialog 67 P Part Trees 1 10 31 Parts 1 10 31 Password 66 Previewing data 120 Printing reports 122 Project Wizard 3 13 38 R Reports summary 119 Results numeric format 68 Run Analysis dialog 59 188 IccWare V3 0 Index S Security 1 15 65 Sensitivity analysis 1 Sensitivity Study dialog 70 T Time Dependent Variables tab 28 Time Points adding 43 deleting 44 inserting 44 overview gt 9 Time Points dialog 43 Time Sequences adding 42 deleting 43 overview gt 9 renaming 42 Time Sequences dialog 37 42 Tools menu 21 Tutorial 73 analys
109. lculate values User functions are assigned to cost nodes An example might be to calculate the Present Value of the cost at the cost node Library Facility Using the Library The library facility allows the user to create many cost structures in a single master library The library facility is enhanced by the cost category feature in addition to adding cost nodes to a cost tree the user may also add cost categories Cost categories are either children of the root node or children of another cost category The cost category feature allows the user to organise their library in a structured and logical manner In addition to creating cost node structures in the library the user may also create part tree structures Isograph provide a library already containing the commonly used cost elements The library may be extended by the user adding their own cost categories cost nodes and part trees The library window forms part of the main IccWare window The user may use copy and paste or drag and drop to transfer cost nodes part trees or parts from the library window to the cost tree or part trees window All associated information is copied with the selected cost nodes associated cost and user functions variables part trees etcetera Modifying the Library The library is modified using the Library Modify menu option Selecting this option closes the current project and displays the library in the standard cost tree and part tr
110. lect the part tree from the Part Trees list from which you wish to delete variables You can delete constant or time dependent part tree variables depending on whether you select the Constant or Time Dependent tab You can delete part tree variable names by selecting the row containing the name by clicking on the button at the left of the row and then clicking on the Delete button You can delete a block of variables by selecting the first variable in the block as described above and then selecting the last variable in the block whilst pressing the Shift key Clicking on the Delete button will then remove the block of names 58 IccWare V3 0 Dialog Descriptions The Run Analysis Dialog Run Analysis Biel Es Bun Debug Edit EXE en a Time Sequences 01 1998 1273800 0 01 1999 1599400 0 2605600 0 01 2000 3303600 0 5921300 0 01 2001 7379050 0 11842300 0 01 2002 14936350 0 16592300 0 01 2003 21016350 0 21446300 0 01 2004 27318176 0 26384300 0 01 2005 33820002 0 31406300 0 01 2006 40521828 0 35728300 0 01 2007 46385988 0 35878300 0 01 2008 46560988 0 Show V Cumulative Value c Value Both No syntax errors Selecting Time Sequences for the Analysis There are three methods for selecting time sequences that will be used to calculate costs Firstly you can select a single sequence by clicking on its name Secondly if you want to select more than one sequence you can click on the r
111. les RAMS iccWare 3 0 Program using the Select Directory dialog A single licence will be transferred to the program in the new directory Floppy Disk Transfer This method is used to move a licensed program from one computer to another if the computers are not networked Install lccWare on the target computer Insert a floppy disk in the floppy disk drive of the target computer Start the program on the target computer it will start up in demonstration mode Select Licence from the dialog that appears on start up or alternatively select the Help Licence menu option The Licence dialog will now appear Select Register Transfer When you receive a message saying that the operation IccWare V3 0 185 Moving the Program and Licence was completed successfully remove the floppy disk from the floppy disk drive Insert the floppy disk into the floppy disk drive of the source computer Start the program on the source computer which is currently licensed Select the Help Licence menu option to reveal the Licence dialog Select Transfer Out When you receive a message saying that the operation was completed successfully remove the floppy disk from the floppy disk drive Insert the floppy disk into the floppy disk drive of the target computer Start the program on the target computer it will start up in demonstration mode Select the Licence from the dialog that appears on start up or
112. lity this would be used in complex cost models to trace the progress of the calculation through the coding The debug process is controlled using the options on the Debug menu or the equivalent toolbar button The debug process is described with reference to the IccWare V3 0 13 Overviews Debug menu options but the description applies equally to the toolbar buttons The debug process is started by selecting the Debug Start Debugger menu The debugger will now be in break mode with no statements having been executed In this state breakpoints may be set in the code window using the Debug Toggle Breakpoint menu option Execution is started by selecting the Debug Go menu option Execution continues until a breakpoint is reached or the Debug Pause menu option is selected A breakpoint may be set whilst the analysis is executing The debugger is now in break mode and the following debug menu options may be used Toggle Breakpoint Step Into a function executing a single statement at a time Step Over function executing a single statement at a time Step Out Of a function executing a single statement at a time Quick Watch a selected variable Execution is continued by selecting the Debug Go menu option When the analysis is complete the debug process returns to its initial state The debug process may be terminated at any time by selecting the Debug End menu option Importing and Exporting Data LccWare
113. lt according to the following table If bit in And bit in The expressio 2 is result is 138 IccWare V3 0 Appendix II n1 is User Functions User functions can be assigned to cost nodes and can process the local cost or accumulated cost User functions are useful for ancillary calculations such as evaluating the Present Value of costs User functions can be either a simple equation or a more extensive Visual Basic like function In either case the following elements can be used to create the function Constant Global Variables Time Dependent Global Variables Predefined Variables Global Functions Math Functions Operators The details of these elements can be found in the section on cost functions above Calculation Order Most IccWare users will not need to know about the details of how the software calculates the results However if you are one of the minority of users who are using lccWare for more complex calculations you may need to know the order in which the calculations are made as shown below Set Constant Global Variables IccWare V3 0 139 Detailed Explanation of Cost Calculation Start the loop over the Time Sequences Evaluate Constant Part Tree Variables Evaluate Time Dependent Part Tree Variables Start the loop over Sensitivity Studies Set LCW_TSEQ Call InitialiseTimeSequences Start loop over Time Points Set LCW_TPNT Set LCW_TPNT_INDEX Set LCW_TPNT_YEARDIFF Set LCW_TPNT_MN
114. mbers and return a floating point result x y Exponentiation e g x y x raised to the power of y 136 IccWare V3 0 Appendix II equals x y Mod lt gt Not The syntax is as follows x mod y The modulus or remainder operator divides x by y rounding floating point numbers to integers and returns only the remainder as result Used to divide two numbers and return an integer result x y Used to force string concatenation of two expressions str1 amp str2 Comparison operator Not Equal To x lt gt y Comparison operator Less Than x lt y Comparison operator Greater Than x gt y Comparison operator Less Than or Equal To x lt y Comparison operator Greater Than or Equal To x gt y Logical operator Not x IccWare V3 0 137 Detailed Explanation of Cost Calculation And Logical operator x And y Or Logical operator x Or y Xor Logical operator x Xor y Eqv Logical operator expression1 expression2 The Eqv operator performs a bitwise comparison of identically positioned bits in two numeric expressions and sets the corresponding bit in result according to the following table If bit in And bit in The expression expression2 result is is is 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 0 1 1 1 Imp Logical operator expression1 Imp expression2 The Imp operator performs a bitwise comparison of identically positioned bits in two numeric expressions and sets the corresponding bit in resu
115. n Alternatively the debug process can be terminated using the End toolbar button IccWare V3 0 101 Tutorial Reporting on Analysis Results The reporting features in include standard text and graph reports There is also the facility for the user to create new reports and save them for future use The last facility is beyond the scope of this tutorial The standard reports may be previewed or printed directly to a printer For the purposes of this tutorial we will preview a standard text and graph report You should first choose the File Print Preview menu option which will display the Report Explorer dialog You should select the Analysis Results Summary report from the Text Reports Results folder and click on the Open button The report will then be displayed in preview mode 102 IccWare V3 0 Tutorial 2 2 2 5 4 5 2 7 s You can see the report more clearly by setting the View Fit to Screen menu option off The arrow buttons on the toolbar enable you to move between pages in the report Next you should choose the File Report Explorer menu option which will reveal the Report Explorer dialog You should select the Analysis Results Cumulative Cost report from the Graph Reports Results folder and click on the Open button The report will then be displayed in preview mode IccWare V3 0 103 Tutorial 37 Report Cumulative Cost landscape
116. n the OK button The new node will then appear in the cost tree as a child of the root node You can repeat the process for as many new nodes as you wish to create at this level in the tree structure each cost node must have a unique name the cost node name does not have to be unique You can create child cost nodes below any existing cost node by first selecting the existing node and then follow the procedure to add a node as described above You can move or copy existing cost nodes and their children by first selecting the node and then copying it by choosing the Cut or Copy options on the Edit menu or the right button pop up menu or the equivalent toolbar buttons The Cut option will delete the selected node and its children after copying them to the clipboard The copied nodes can then be added to the tree by first selecting the node at which they are to be added and then choosing the Paste option Because each cost node must have a unique name the copied node will initially be given the unique name copy of XyZ where xyz is the unique name of the original node You can IccWare V3 0 105 How To change these names by selecting a node in the tree and then edit its unique name in the Unique Name field in the Cost Node tab You can also use the drag and drop facility to move or copy nodes If the Ctrl key is pressed during the drop operation the nodes will be copied otherwise they will be moved First select the node to be copi
117. n this section The New Project Dialog C m resin s ch ung Pria Wierd nn prc nct ncaa sages Files odiare lice New Project dialog provides options to create a blank project create a project using the Project Wizard open an existing project or open a recent project by selecting the appropriate option and then the OK button Selecting a file from the recent file list automatically selects the Open a recent project option Double clicking on a file in the recent file list automatically opens that file and closes the New Project dialog IccWare V3 0 37 Dialog Descriptions The Project Wizard Dialog The Select Project Options Dialog Project Migard The Select Project Options allows the user to specify the following fields from the Options dialog These are Date Format You can choose the date format that will be used to display dates in the Hesults Summary section of the Run Analysis dialog by clicking on one of the options on the Date Format drop down menu Other date formats can be entered directly into the drop down control This System Description Enter the required text Compiled By Enter the required text Approved By Enter the required text 38 IccWare V3 0 Dialog Descriptions Select the Next button to proceed to the Creating Time Sequences dialog The Cr
118. ndex starts at 1 for the first time point IccWare V3 0 129 What Is LCW_TPNT_YEARDIFF This variable is set to the difference between the current time point and the last time point measured in years It is a Integer data type The value is set to zero for the first time point Since this variable is an integer fractional values are rounded down to the next lower integer LCW_TPNT_MNTHDIFF This variable is set to the difference between the current time point and the last time point measured in months It is a Integer data type The value is set to zero for the first time point LCW_TPNT_DAYDIFF This variable is set to the difference between the current time point and the last time point measured in days It is a Integer data type The value is set to zero for the first time point 130 IccWare V3 0 Appendix II Appendix Il Detailed Explanation of Cost Calculation Overview The nodes on the lccWare cost tree represent the cost elements through the lifetime of your system LccWare allows you to create cost functions that will be used to calculate the value of a cost category These cost functions can range from simple equations to more complex calculations based on Visual Basic compatible coding You can easily assign the cost functions to the nodes on the cost tree so that IccWare can calculate the individual cost values The costs are calculated at user defined time points within the lif
119. nds These menus contain options to control the use of IccWare Some of the more commonly used options are also available through the toolbar buttons the tool tips on the buttons identify their purpose Each menu option is described below File Menu New Project Open Project Save Project Save Project As Close Print Preview Print New Report Import Export Recent Projects Exit Displays the New Project dialog This allows the user to create a blank project create a project using the Project Wizard open an existing project or open a recent project Opens an existing project If in modify library mode opens the project in the library window Save the current project in its original project file Save the current project in a new project file Close the current project Print Previews text or graph reports Prints text or graph reports Design text or graph reports Import data from Access Excel or text file formats Export data to Access Excel or text file formats Provides a list of recently used projects for re opening Closes down lccWare IccWare V3 0 Menu Commands Edit Menu Undo Redo Cut Copy Paste Delete Add Cost Node Find Cost Node Move Cost Node Part Tree Part Move Part Tree Part Time Sequences Time Points Global Variables Cost Functions Global Functions User Functions Part Tree Variables Undo previous actions Redo previous action
120. of Integer children The first child is display order O Constant Part Tree Variables Name Type Indexed Comments NN Integer Integer 1 Part Tree Name Text Used only for import export 1 Description Tex 12 Default Value Tex Constant Part Tree Variable Values Name Type Indexed Comments Integer ConstantPartTr FK Constant Part Tree eeVariablelD Integer 1 Variables ID Long Unique FK Parts ID Integer 1 Vale ___ E Time Dependent Part Tree Variables Name Long Primary Integer PartTreelD FK Part Trees ID IccWare V3 0 165 LccWare Project Database eger pus o ou o s s s 1 Part Tree Name Text Used only for import export 1 Description Tex Default Value Tex Time Dependent Part Tree Variable Values Comments TimeDependent Long Unique FK Time Dependent Part Tree PartTreeVariabl Integer 1 Variables ID elD Long Unique FK Parts ID Integer 1 TimePointlD Long Unique FK Time Points ID Integer 1 Vae Cost Node Results Indexed Comments Name lt lt RET lt CostNodelD Long Primary FK Cost Nodes ID Integer 1 Primary FK Time Points ID Integer 1 ID Integer 1 Value 0006 Cumulative Double Value User Function Results Name Type Indexed Comments CostNodeUse
121. ompatible applications The detailed description for each program makes no explicit reference to IccWare referring instead to the application Security By default IccWare applies no security restrictions to the project databases it creates Any user may create and access a IccWare project In fact if no password has been set for the administrative user admin then the normal user will be unaware of the security mechanism To activate IccWare security the secure flag must be added to the IccWare command line This will normally be done by appending secure to the Target property of the existing IccWare shortcut in the lIccWare program group or by creating a new shortcut with the secure flag set IccWare V3 0 15 Overviews When the security mechanism is activated all project databases have security information appended This information determines what operations individual users can perform on the lccWare project When starting IccWare in secure mode the user is presented with a logon dialog requesting the user name and password A IccWare user may belong to one of four security groups viz Admins This group may create and delete users change passwords create IccWare projects and run analyses There is only one user belonging to this group the Admin user Design lccWare This group may create IccWare projects and run analyses Modify IccWare Data This group may modify lccWare project data but not add cost no
122. on the OK button to dismiss the Time Points dialog Defining Global Variables The cost equations that we will use for the various cost elements in the CBS will be composed of variables that we will create either at the time of defining the equations or prior to that stage in the case of global variables Global variables can be used in any of the cost equations As an example let us look at a simple cost equation for leasing property The equation has the form lease costs areaxrate per unit area This equation could be used to calculate the costs for leasing property in the Research amp Development Manufacture and Operations amp Maintenance sections of the cost tree In this case it would be a good idea to create rate per unit area as a global variable To create a global variable you should choose the Edit Global Variable Create menu option or click on the Create Global Variable toolbar button The Global Variables dialog will then appear IccWare V3 0 81 Tutorial The Constant tab enables you to define global variables that do not vary through the time sequence We will define global variables that do change with time so you should click on the Time Dependent tab You should then click in the Name column and type rate_per_unit_area You can add a description by clicking in the Description column and then typing some text Next click in the Default Value column and type in 100
123. otes for Users Installing on a Novell Netware Server Ensure that all IccWare network users have Read Execute access to the install directory gt Rams directory Ensure that all lccWare network users have Read Write Execute Delete access to the install directory gt Rams iccWare 3 0 Program directory IccWare V3 0 179 Installation Instructions The IccWare licence system for Netware requires the driver ckserver nim to be installed To install this driver Copy it to the System directory On the Novell server in monitor mode type LOAD CKSERVER This is all that is required the NLM will make sure that it is always run if the server is rebooted Note Novell s Patch Level 5 for Novell 3 x is the minimum patch level required to run CKSERVER NLM on 3 x 180 IccWare V3 0 Appendix VI Installing on a Network Client After starting the installation process Before installing a network client please ensure that you have full access to the installation directory on the network server This is normally C Program Files After installation the file permissions can be reset on the server according to the network server installation notes The Welcome dialog is displayed initially select Next to display the Select Setup Type dialog Select the Network Client option from the list and then select Next to display the Choose Destination Folder on Network Client dialog Select the folder directory in
124. own structure by including a reference to the part tree in a cost function and then applying the cost function to one or more cost nodes The part tree and part nodes will be Maintenance Cost Components Pump Boiler Turbine Generator The part tree will have two associated variables Quantity constant and UnitCost time dependent The sum total of the maintenance cost at each time point will be applied in the cost function using the PartTreeValue built in function The form of the cost function will be maintenance_cost PartTreeValue Maintenance Cost Components Quantity SUM PartTreeValue Maintenance Cost Components UnitCost IccWare V3 0 77 Tutorial SUM This will sum all the Quantity and UnitCost variables under the Components part and multiply them together to generate the maintenance cost value Because the PartTreeValue function must have a part name as one of its arguments the Components part is added below the Maintenance Cost part tree to act as the parent to all the child parts and thereby generate a sum of the child part tree variable values Creating the Cost Tree We need to start with a new project so choose the File New Project option if you are not already in a new project We will change the name of the base node in the tree by selecting the Cost Node tab and replacing the contents of the Name field with Tutorial System Next you
125. pplied when creating the variables Let us assume that the value of this variable will rise from 100 to 120 during the life cycle of the system You should select the value at the last time point by clicking on the number in the grid You should then type in a new value of 120 Next select the whole row in the grid at this position by clicking on the button at the left of the row Next select the first row in the grid but hold down the Ctrl key whilst you click on the button at the left of the first row this will cause the last row to remain selected Now click on the Linear button and observe that the values are changed using linear interpolation between the first and last values You should now repeat this process for the other variable time sequence combinations and use the following linear interpolations Variable Ser Uni IccWare V3 0 83 Tutorial When you have completed this task you should click on the OK button to dismiss the Global Variables Values dialog Creating the Part Tree To create the part tree first select the Part Trees tab at the bottom of the cost tree window Next select the Root node and then select the Edit Add Part Tree menu option Type Maintenance Cost into the text box in the resulting Name dialog and click on the OK button We will now add the constant and time dependent part tree variables associated with this part tree Select the Maint
126. provides extensive import and export facilities allowing users to transfer project data to and from Microsoft Access compatible databases Microsoft Excel worksheets and text files The IccWare project file is based on a database structure in which each database is composed of tables Each table is composed of 14 IccWare V3 0 Overviews records and records are made up of fields For instance the IccWare project database has tables such as the Cost Nodes table which holds information on the cost nodes in the project The Constant Global Variables table contains records for each constant global variable and these records contain fields called Name Description and Default Value An Excel workbook is equivalent to the database and contains worksheets that correspond to tables The worksheets are arranged in tabular form with rows corresponding to records that contain fields A text file corresponds to a table The file contains records that are composed of fields Both the import and export features are accessed from options on the IccWare File menu The user should choose the File Export menu option to begin the process of specifying the data to export The Export program will then appear The user should choose the File Import menu option to begin the process of specifying the data to import The Import program will then appear The Import and Export programs are generic facilities providing import and export facilities for other c
127. r button to set all intermediate values to a linear interpolation between the first and last values Repeat this set of actions for the time sequence Option 2 except in this case the last value will be 8000 The values for the other components will be as follows wee Eoo UnitCost Lc MN UNAM 1998 2008 2000 4000 Part Variable UnitCost 86 IccWare V3 0 Tutorial 1998 2008 500 Linear interpolation from 500 to 2000 Part Variable a 998 2000 interpolation from 800 to 2400 Defining Cost Functions We will now build the equations that will be used to calculate the cost elements on the cost tree In our case the cost equations will be very simple but lccWare gives you the opportunity to create complex equations or even Visual Basic compatible functions Cost Function Man Time You should now choose the Edit Cost Functions menu option or click on the Cost Function toolbar button The resulting Cost Functions dialog contains a grid at the left side for the names and descriptions of the cost functions and a tabbed dialog at the right side We will start by creating a general cost function for calculating man time costs We have already defined three global variables for man time rates that are to be multiplied by man hours to calculate the cost You should click in the Name column and type man time You can also click in the Description column and typ
128. rF Long Primary FK Cost Node User unctionlD Integer 1 Functions ID TimePointID FK Time Points ID 166 IccWare V3 0 Appendix IV dt Integer SensitivityStudy Long Primary ID Integer 1 Cumulative Double Value Constant Part Tree Variable Results Name Type Comments Integer 1 eeVariablelD Integer 1 Variables ID jPatVaue o y y y y Sum Vale Double Time Dependent Part Tree Variable Results Name Indexed Comments Integer 1 TimeDependent Long Primary FK Time Dependent Part Tree PartTreeVariabl Integer 1 Variables ID elD Integer 1 Part Value J Sum Value Double Project Options Name Indexed Comments Date Format Default is mm yyyy Function Mode 0 Expert 1 Novice default m Results Numeric Text Default is 0 0 Format Perform Boolean Default is True Analysis At First Time Point IccWare V3 0 167 LccWare Project Database View Unique Level View Cost PO PO Function Code View Cumulative Boolean Cost TimeSequencel D Description Compiled By Approved By View cumulative cost at each cost node for specified time sequence p E Reference DEREN 168 IccWare V3 0 Appendix V Appendix V Security Permissions This appendix lists the security permissions as
129. rd The copied part trees or parts can then be added to the tree by first selecting the part tree or part at which they are to be added and then choosing the Paste option Because each part tree or part under a part tree must have a unique name any copied non unique items will be given the name copy of xyz where xyz is the name of the original item You can change these names by selecting a part tree or part and then edit its name in the Name field in the Part Tree Part tab You can also use the drag and drop facility to move or copy part trees or parts If the Ctrl key is pressed during the drop operation the nodes will be copied otherwise they will be moved First select the part tree or part to be copied then place the cursor over the selection and keeping the left mouse button pressed down drag the cursor to the part tree or part where the selection is to be copied whilst pressing the Ctr key then release the left button The selected part tree or part and any children will be copied to the specified target position If the selection is a part then the selected parts and any children will be removed from their original position if the Ctrl key is not pressed How to Create a Time Sequence and Associated Time Points To create a time sequence you should choose the Edit Time Sequences menu option or click on the Time Sequences toolbar button 108 IccWare V3 0 How To The Time Sequences dialog contains a grid into w
130. re can also act as an OLE automation client and receive data from other OLE enabled products In this tutorial we will take a simple life cycle cost example and use it to illustrate the use of IccWare Some of the capabilities of the software will not be covered in the tutorial for the sake of simplicity IccWare V3 0 75 Tutorial Life Cycle Cost Example The simple example that we will use in this tutorial is based on the following cost breakdown structure Tutorial S E43 Research amp Development 1 Leasing Property R amp D 1 Man time R amp D 1 Leasing Equipment R amp D E Manufacture 1 Leasing Property Man time Man 1 Materials 28 Leasing Equipment Man Operation amp Maintenance 28 Man time Operation zd Consumables Operation G Repair Replacement Disposal The cost nodes in the cost breakdown structure will be Research amp Development Leasing property Leasing equipment Man time Manufacture Leasing property Leasing equipment Materials Man time 76 IccWare V3 0 Tutorial Operations amp Maintenance Consumables Repair replacement Man time Disposal The cost breakdown structure will also represent the fixed cost of component maintenance using the part tree facility The cost is fixed in the sense that the cost is independent of an individual cost node This cost is applied to the cost breakd
131. rectory gt RAMS IccWare 3 0 Program If you install programs from another software vendor using the 178 IccWare V3 0 Appendix VI CrypKey licence system after installing IccWare please be aware that they may unconditionally overwrite the existing shortcut command line setting and or environment variable If you are in any doubt please consult the software vendor to determine their method of installing wckserve exe Notes for Users Installing on a Windows NT 2000 Network Server Ensure that all IccWare network users have Head access to the install directory M1ams directory Ensure that all IccWare local users that is using IccWare on the actual server machine have Change access to the install directory gt Rams directory Ensure that all IccWare network users have Change access to the install directory gt Rams lccWare 3 0 Program directory The IccWare licence system for Windows NT 2000 requires a set of drivers known as the NT Stealth drivers to be installed in the program directory These drivers normally installed automatically by the installation process however if any problems occur in this process you will be prompted to install the drivers manually To do this select Hun from the Windows Start menu and then Browse Now navigate to the install directory gt Rams iccWare 3 0 Program directory and select the setupex exe program Select OK on the Run dialog to install the drivers N
132. ree interactively and create your own CBS IccWare V3 0 7 Overviews LccWare allows you to create cost functions that will be used to calculate the value of a cost category These cost functions can range from simple equations to more complex calculations based on Visual Basic compatible coding You can easily assign the cost functions to the nodes on the cost tree so that IccWare can calculate the individual cost values The costs are calculated at user defined time points within the life cycle of the system Each set of time points is called a time sequence and has a unique name LccWare allows you to define more than one set of time points so that you can investigate the effects of variations in the time point dates and the values of variables at those times You can define the variables that you wish to use in the cost calculations and supply values that are either constant over time or vary with time You can assign values to the time varying variables at each of the time points in each time sequence Variations may be applied to each of the variables in turn to determine the sensitivity of the study to each variable In addition to constant or tabular variables you can create global functions For example these functions could be used to calculate values be used in cost function calculations where a variable can be represented by a function LccWare also has the facility to create user functions These functions
133. rty We will now create a general cost function for calculating leasing property costs We have already defined a global variable for rent per unit area rates that are to be multiplied by a floor area to calculate the cost You should click in the Name column and type lease_property You can also click in the Description column and type your own description Next select the cost function by clicking on the button at the left of the row after first clicking in next name field You should then click on the Code tab You will see in the upper left text input area that the equation for lease_property has already been started for you The rent per unit area rates have already been defined as a global time dependent variable We will now define the floor space as a local time dependent variable You should now click on the Time Dependent Variables tab You should now click in the Name field and type in floor_area click in the Description field and type your own description and finally click in the Default Value field and type in 0 IccWare V3 0 89 Tutorial You should now return to the Code tab and delete lt expression gt from the right side of the equation First select the Time Dependent Globals category from the code palette Use drag and drop to place the variable rent_per_unit_area then type the multiplication operator Next select the time dependent locals category and drag and drop the v
134. s Cut selected objects clipboard and place Copy selected objects and place in clipboard Copy objects from clipboard Delete selected objects Add a cost node to the cost tree Find and display a cost node on the cost tree Move a selected cost node up or down the cost tree Add a part tree to the part trees Add a part to a part tree Move a selected part tree or part up or down the part trees Create or edit the set of time sequence names Create or edit the set of time points in a time sequence Create global variable names assign values to global variables Create or edit cost functions Create or edit global functions Create or edit user functions Create constant and time dependent part tree variables 20 IccWare V3 0 Options View Menu Options Tools Menu Consistency Check Browse Secure Project User Administration Change Password Library Menu Modify Analysis Menu Run Sensitivity Study Menu Commands Set options that apply for this project or globally for all projects Set options that determine what will be displayed on the cost tree Dialog that reports on checks made on the cost model Dialog that provides information on the model entities Adds security information to the current project database Only available to members of the Admins and Design IccWare security group Dialog that allows users to be created and deleted and user passwords to be reset
135. s Analysis Window 81 x mjs m al e 4 elles m Cost Breakdown Structure lt Conceptual Design Pre Contract Research 1 Financial Studies Bid 1 3 Research amp Development Man Time R amp D Training R amp D G Property Costs R amp D Cost Node Constant Variables Time Dependent Variables Name Cost Breakdown Structure Description Bost Function Not Selecte 28 Equipment Costs R amp D 5 23 Manufacture Man Time Manufacture Training Manufacture 28 Property Costs Manufacture Raw Materials Manufacture 5 23 Operation amp Maintenance Man Time O amp M 28 Consumables C Repai Replacement Initially these are set to the default value that you supplied when creating the variables There are several ways of modifying the IccWare V3 0 115 How To values including direct overwriting and specifying linearly increasing values The details of these methods will be found in the section on assigning local variable values How to Run an Analysis You should choose the Analysis Run menu option or the Run Analysis toolbar button to reveal the Run Analysis dialog Next select the time sequence names that you wish to include in the calculation Run Analysis 151 Bun Debug Edit eis viola el Time Sequences Results Summary Value Cumulative Value Op
136. s composed of records and records are made up of fields For instance a IccWare project database has tables such as the Cost Nodes Table which holds information on the Cost Nodes in the Cost Tree The tables contain records for each Cost Node and these records contain fields called Cost Node Name Description and so on An Excel workbook is equivalent to the database and contains worksheets that correspond to tables The worksheets are arranged in tabular form with rows corresponding to records that contain fields A text file corresponds to a single table The file contains records that are composed of fields Both the import and export features are accessed from options on the IccWare File menu The user should choose the File Export menu option to begin the process of specifying the data to export The Export program will then appear The user should choose the File Import menu option to begin the process of specifying the data to import The mport program will then appear IccWare V3 0 125 Importing and Exporti The Import and Export programs are generic facilities providing import and export facilities for several applications The detailed descriptions for each program make no explicit reference to IccWare referring instead to the application 126 IccWare V3 0 Appendix Appendix I What Is Whatisa Time Sequence A time sequence is the name of a set of time points LccWare calculates the costs associ
137. sed using the Clear button The Part Tree Variables Dialog Adding Part Tree Variables Firstly select the part tree from the Part Trees list to which you wish to add variables IccWare V3 0 57 Dialog Descriptions You can add constant or time dependent part tree variables depending on whether you select the Constant or Time Dependent tab There are two methods for adding new part tree variable names Firstly you can add variables by clicking in the Name column in the next available row in the grid and directly typing the name Secondly you can click on the Aad button and then type the name in the resulting dialog You can click in the Description field and type a description for the variable and click in the Value field to set a default value for the variable Renaming Part Tree Variables Firstly select the part tree from the Part Trees list in which you wish to rename variables You can rename constant or time dependent part tree variables depending on whether you select the Constant or Time Dependent tab There are two methods for renaming part tree variables Firstly you can click on the name in the grid and then type directly over the name Secondly you can select the row containing the name by clicking on the button at the left of the row and then click on the Rename button and type the name in the resulting dialog Similarly you can change the description or the default value Deleting Part Tree Variables Firstly se
138. signed to each IccWare security group Security Group Add User Delete User Change User Modify IccWare Data Read IccWare Data IccWare Yes Yes Yes Passwords Secure Project Create New Project Add Cost Yes Yes Nodes Add Time Yes Yes No No Points Modify Cost Yes Yes No No Nodes Read Cost Yes Yes Yes Yes Nodes Sequences and Time Sequences IccWare V3 0 169 Security Permissions and Time Points Read Time Sequences and Time Points Add Global or Local Variables Modify Global or Local Variables Read Global or Local Variables Add Cost Node References Modify Cost Node References Read Cost Node References Add Cost Global or User Functions Modify Cost Global or User Functions Read Cost Yes Global or User 170 IccWare V3 0 Appendix V Sensitivity Study Variable Sensitivity Variation Study Variable Only Sensitivity Study Variable Run Analyses Import and Export Data IccWare V3 0 171 Appendix VI Appendix VI Installation Instructions Overview These instructions apply to the Windows 95 98 NT and 2000 operating systems and Novell Netware servers Please note that the Novell Netware instructions are applicable to installations on Netware servers NOT to Windows 95 98 NT or 2000 servers using Netware as the network protocol The installation instructions are categorised by installation type standalone n
139. ssword Select the OK button to accept the new password Selecting the User Security Group Select the required user name from the Users list and then select required security group from the Groups list New users are assigned to the Read IccWare Data group when created The Change Password Dialog User admin Old Password New Password Verify New Password OK Cancel __ Enter the current password in the Old Password field Enter the new password in the New Password field and confirm it in the Verify New Password field Select the OK button to set the new password 66 IccWare V3 0 Dialog Descriptions The Options Dialog 1 Project Settings Project Description Error Message Mode Novice Expert Default Start Date fi 1498 This dialog contains two tabbed dialogs Global and Project Settings in the Global tab apply to all lccWare projects whilst those on the Project tab apply only to the current project The Global Tab Error Message Mode You should set the Error Message Mode radio buttons to be in either novice or expert mode In Expert mode visual message prompts are replaced by message beeps except for critical errors Default Start Date You can set the default start date for time sequences by typing in the Default Start Date field Note that IccWare rounds all dates to the first day of the month Dates that are entered in the short date format must correspond
140. t Tree Window How to Delete a Cost Node A selected cost node and any children can be deleted from the tree by choosing the Edit Delete menu option or the Delete option on the right button pop up menu How to Reorder the Cost Tree A selected node can be moved in the tree structure by choosing the Edit Move Cost Node Up or Edit Move Cost Node Down menu options These options move the selected node and any children up or down by one position at a time on the same indenture level of the tree How to Find a Cost Node It may be difficult to locate a particular tree node on a large tree so the Edit Find Cost Node menu option has been included in IccWare You should type the unique name of the required cost node into the Name dialog and then the tree will be moved if necessary so that the node will appear selected in the viewing area The Cost Node Tab You should start by selecting the cost node which you intend to modify Make sure that the Cost Node tab is visible 26 IccWare V3 0 Cost Tree Window Cont hode Comte Dependari viariabimn Liner Functioen ini res n i recs Dh on Function mp elpciech The cost node unique name must be unique in the whole cost tree The same cost node name can be used one or more times You can add a description for the cost node in the Description field The Cost Function drop down menu allows yo
141. t method uses the Edit Add Cost Node facility the second uses the Cut Copy and Paste options and the third uses drag and drop These alternatives are explained in the following paragraphs After opening a new project the root node will be selected and its name will be highlighted Next choose the Edit Add Cost Node option click on the Add Cost Node button on the toolbar or choose Add Cost Node from the right button pop up menu Then type a cost node unique name into the text box in the resulting Name 24 IccWare V3 0 Cost Tree Window dialog this is also assigned to the cost node name and click on the OK button The new node will then appear in the cost tree as a child of the root node You can repeat the process for as many new nodes as you wish to create at this level in the tree structure each cost node must have a unique name the cost node name does not have to be unique You can create child cost nodes below any existing cost node by first selecting the existing node and then follow the procedure to add a node as described above You can move or copy existing cost nodes and their children by first selecting the node and then copying it by choosing the Cut or Copy options on the Edit menu or the right button pop up menu or the equivalent toolbar buttons The Cut option will delete the selected node and its children after copying them to the clipboard The copied nodes can then be added to the tree by first selecting the node
142. t trees window allows the user to add as many part trees as required at the top level Each part tree has any number of constant or time dependent variables associated with it Known as part tree variables Below each part tree the user may create a tree structure of parts as complex or simple as required Each part has a number of values associated with it each corresponding to a parent part tree variable time dependent variable values are dimensioned IccWare V3 0 1 according to the number of time sequences and the number of time points per time sequence The user enters data values for each part variable combination The values from the part trees are included in the cost calculation using a predefined function PartTreeValue Part Tree Name Part Name Variable Name Mode A typical cost function using a part tree value would be EngineSparesCost PartTreeValue Car Engine SparesCost SUM This is based on a part tree called Car with sub systems including the Engine which may itself have many sub systems One of the variables is SparesCost This function call will sum all the values of SparesCost below and including Engine If the SUM argument is changed to PART then only the value of SparesCost will be generated Library Facility The library facility allows the user to create many cost structures in a single master library The library facility is enhanced by the cost category feature in add
143. the specified part tree variable PART Function returns value of part for the specified part tree variable Example Man time PartTreeValue Car Engine Cost SUM 114 IccWare V3 0 How To Using the code palette is the best method of generating a call to the PartTreeValue function in a cost equation The part tree and parts hierarchy are represented by a series of folders in the code palette Part tree variables are represented as nodes within part folders To include a part tree variable value in a cost equation simply select a required variable node and drag and drop it into the cost equation This will automatically create a call to the PartTreeValue function with the correct parameters How to Assign Cost Functions to Cost Nodes and Set Associated Local Variable Values You should start by selecting the cost node to which you intend to assign a cost function Make sure that the Cost Node tab is visible and the click on the Cost Function drop down menu This menu allows you to assign a cost function to the cost node you should select the required cost function name Next click on the Time Dependent Variables tab which will show a list of such variables First select a time sequence name from the list of time sequences and the local variable name The grid of time points and time values will then appear at the right side of the dialog ii IccWare Cost Tree C lccWare cbsex Icw 1515 File Edit View Tool
144. tion2 Cumulative Value 00 00 011998 00 12738000 12738000 01 1999 15954000 15954000 13318000 25055000 01 2000 17042000 33038000 33157000 59213000 0142001 40754500 73790500 59210000 118423000 01 2002 75573000 149363500 47500000 165923000 01 2003 60800000 210163500 48540000 214463000 01 2004 63018260 273181760 49380000 263843000 01 2005 65018260 338200020 50220000 314063000 01 2006 67018260 405218280 43220000 357283000 01 2007 58641600 463899880 1500000 358783000 01 2008 1750000 465809880 No syntax errors 5 You should choose the Run Start Analysis menu option or click on the Start Analysis toolbar button to start the analysis Any errors will be reported in the area in the lower part of the window The cumulative cost results for selected time sequences will be displayed in the upper right area 116 IccWare V3 0 How To How to Report on Analysis Results The reporting features in IccWare include standard text and graph reports There is also the facility for the user to create new reports and save them for future use The standard reports may be previewed or printed directly to a printer To preview a text report you should first choose the File Print Preview Text Report menu option which will reveal the Open Text Report for Print Preview dialog You should select for instance the Analysis Results Summary report and click on the Open button The report will then be displayed in preview mode
145. tions The Report Generator is a very powerful and flexible tool which allows you to design your own customised text reports and graphs as well as selecting standard reports provided with the application The Report Generator may operate in a number of different configurations For example it may operate in a configuration suitable for designing new reports or modifying existing reports or it may operate in a configuration suitable for previewing reports One or more report windows may be opened for IccWare These windows are displayed inside the lccWare main window When the IccWare user selects a Report Generator function the Report Generator toolbar and menus replace the IccWare toolbar and menus IccWare V3 0 119 Reports A Summary Previewing Reports A variety of standard report types are provided to allow you to easily preview and print input data and calculation results from your lccWare project You may print reports without previewing them first simply by selecting the File Print menu option from within IccWare Alternatively you may preview and then print a report by first selecting the File Print Preview menu option from within IccWare Selection of the IccWare File Print Preview menu option displays the Report Explorer dialog Report Explorer File Edit View Reports 3 Tex Reports Analysis Results Full Graph Reports Analysis Results User Functions C3 Diagram Reports E Cost Functions
146. to new values Only available to members of the Admins security group Dialog that allows the current user to change their password Closes the current project and opens the library for editing Dialog that enables you to run the cost calculation Dialog that allows the user to specify percentage variations in or offsets to IccWare V3 0 21 Menu Commands Window Menu Tile Horizontally Tile Vertically Cascade Arrange Icons Window List Help Menu Help Topics Help On Selection About IccWare global and local variable values The analysis is run once for each variation allowing the user to study the sensitivity of the analysis to individual variables Tiles the cost tree and report generator windows horizontally Tiles the cost tree and report generator windows vertically Rearranges the cost tree and report generator windows so that they overlap in a cascade Arranges the icons of minimised windows neatly at the bottom left of the window Lists all open cost tree and report generator windows Displays the table of contents for the IccWare help file Displays the help topic for the current selection in the cost tree window Displays the About dialog for IccWare 22 IccWare V3 0 Cost Tree Window IccWare Main Window The main window can either display the cost tree window or the part trees window The required window is selected using the tab control at the bottom of t
147. to modify the values of the global variables at each time point in each time sequence You should select a time sequence name in the Time Sequence list and a global variable name in the Global Variables list The Values grid will then display the values at each time point Initially these are the default value that you supplied when creating the variables There are several ways of modifying the values including direct overwriting and specifying linearly increasing values The details of these methods will be found in the section on assigning global variable values How to Define Cost Functions The cost functions will be used to calculate the cost elements on the cost tree The cost equations may be very simple one line equations but IccWare also gives you the opportunity to create complex equations or even Visual Basic compatible functions You should now choose the Edit Cost Functions menu option or click on the Cost Function toolbar button 112 IccWare V3 0 How To Em rar Cats Tire Capper carri Globes pupiurd Lor ri my ani if hea The resulting Cost Functions dialog contains a grid at the left side for the names and descriptions of the cost functions and a tabbed dialog at the right side We will start by creating a general cost function for calculating man time costs To create a new cost function you should click in the Name col
148. to the setting in the Control Panel Regional Settings Dialog The Project Settings Tab Date Format You can choose the date format that will be used to display dates in the Results Summary section of the Run Analysis dialog by IccWare V3 0 67 Dialog Descriptions clicking on one of the options on the Date Format drop down menu Other date formats can be entered directly into the drop down control Function Mode You should set the Function Mode radio buttons to be in either novice or expert mode In the Expert mode the Function and End statements are shown in novice mode they are not Results Numeric Format You can choose the format for the numeric results that are displayed in the Run Analysis dialog form the Results Numeric Format drop down menu Perform Analysis at First Time Point You should set the Perform Analysis at First Time Point radio buttons to specify whether or not the analysis will be carried out at the first time point In some cases you will not want to calculate any results at the first time point but instead to start at the second time point If you decide not to calculate results at the first time point then time dependent variable values will be grayed out for the first time point and no results will appear for this time point The Project Description Tab This tab allows you to specify System Description Compiled By and Approved By fields 68 IccWare V3 0 Dialog Descriptions The View Opt
149. trieved from the Maintenance Cost part tree This example will demonstrate the ease of including part tree variable values in a cost function Later in the tutorial we will apply this cost function to the Repair Replacement cost node You should click the Name column and type maintenance cost You can also click in the Description column and type your own 90 IccWare V3 0 Tutorial description Now save the cost function by clicking in next name row Select the cost function by clicking on the row selector You should now click on the Code tab You will see in the upper left text input area that the equation for maintenance_cost has already been started for you Delete lt expression gt from the right side of the equation You could replace this by typing the actual equation but you will probably find that using the drag and drop features combined with the code palette pop up window will be much easier especially when creating references to part tree variables The code palette is automatically displayed whenever the code tab is selected If it is dismissed it can be re displayed using the code palette button Select the Part Trees Maintenance Cost Components folder in the code palette and drag and drop the Quantity variable into the equation This will automatically generate the call to the PartTreeValue function including all the correct arguments Now type into the equation and then
150. u to assign a cost function to the cost node you should select the required cost function name The Cost Node Reference drop down menu should be used to assign a cost node reference name if this cost node is the child of a cost node whose cost function uses cost node references Changes are saved on selecting the Apply button a new cost node or another tab The Constant Variables Tab The Constant Variables tab shows a list of local constant variables that are associated with the cost function At this stage you can modify the value of any of the variables IccWare V3 0 27 Cost Tree Window Time Dependent Variables User Functions Name Description Value 7 multiplying factor 1 facto multiplying factor 2 Changes are saved on selecting the Apply button a new cost node or another tab The Time Dependent Variables Tab The Time Dependent Variables tab shows a list of time dependent local variables that are associated with the cost function 28 IccWare V3 0 Cost Tree Window Cost Node Constant Variables Time Dependent Variables User Functions Time Sequences Values Option 2 Variables H Set 3 man hours 2 man hours 3 First select a time sequence name from the list of time sequences and the local variable name The grid of time points and time values will then appear at the right side of the dialog Initially these are the
151. ue original_value variation 100 0 70 IccWare V3 0 Dialog Descriptions offset Original_value variation absolute variation Deleting a Variation Select a variation from the Variations list and then select the Delete button IccWare V3 0 71 Tutorial LccWare Tutorial Introduction IccWare allows you to calculate the life cycle cost of a system The total cost will be made up of several cost categories that you will define such as Research amp Development Operation amp Maintenance and Disposal The categories can be further sub divided to a level at which you can calculate detailed cost values This division of the total cost into sub categories is known as the Cost Breakdown Structure CBS The CBS is represented in IccWare in the form of a tree IccWare V3 0 73 Tutorial ost Breakdown Structure 1 42 Conceptual Design 28 Pre Contract Research 28 Financial Studies Bid Research amp Development 1 Man Time R amp D 1 Training R amp D 1 Property Costs R amp D 1 Equipment Costs R amp D Manufacture 1 Man Time Manufacture Training Manufacture 28 Property Costs Manufacture 1 Raw Materials Manufacture gt Operation amp Maintenance 1 Man Time 0 1 Consumables rg Repair Replacement 3 Disposal rg Planning G Setup Costs Unit Costs The nodes on the tree represent the cost
152. ult although any name may be chosen A shortcut to the lccWare program will be created in this folder Select Next to display the Select Shortcut Options dialog By default additional desktop and start menu shortcuts to the IccWare program are created To prevent these being created de select the check boxes Select Next to display the Select Default Paper Size dialog Select either ISO A4 or US Letter as the default paper size for your reports Select Nextto display the Start Copying Files dialog NB If you already have lccWare Version 2 0 installed on your machine you will be asked if you wish to overwrite your Report Generator Import and Export databases These contain your reports import and export templates respectively If you choose to overwrite your report database then your old report formats are still accessible via the new Alternate Report Database option in the Report Explorer The old report database will be saved as MV5LwR rkz Select Next to start the file copy and registration process When this is finished the Setup Complete dialog will be displayed You IccWare V3 0 177 Installation Instructions may be prompted as to whether you wish to reboot the machine now or later If this prompt appears it is because another process is using a shared DLL or ActiveX control that the installation program tried to update The new version will be installed when the machine is rebooted Notes for Users Installing on a
153. umn and type the name of the function for example man_time You can also click in the Description column and type your own description Next select the cost function by clicking on the button at the left of the row after first clicking in next name field You should then click on the Code tab You will see the upper left text input area that the equation for time has already been started for you You will use this area to build the cost functions Assume that the man time cost equation will have one term which is a man time rate multiplied by the number of man hours worked and that the man time rate has already been defined as a global time dependent variable We will now define the man hours as a local time dependent variable This means that when we assign this cost function to a cost node that we can assign man hours values that are appropriate to that particular node in other words they are local variables You should now click on the Time Dependent Variables tab You should now click in the Name field and type in man_hours_1 click in the Description field and type your own description and finally click in the Default Value field and type in 0 IccWare V3 0 113 How To You should now return to the Code tab and delete lt expression gt from the right side of the equation You could replace this by typing the actual equation but you will probably find that the drag and drop f
154. un Editing Global Cost or User Functions You can easily investigate problems in the cost global or user functions directly from this dialog by choosing the respective options on the Edit menu or the equivalent toolbar buttons Debug Commands Go Starts execution or continues execution when in break mode Pause Stops execution of a program while it s running and switches to break mode Any statement being executed when you choose this command is displayed in the Code window End Ends execution and terminates the debug process Toggle Breakpoint Sets or removes a breakpoint at the current line 60 IccWare V3 0 Dialog Descriptions Step Into Executes code one statement at a time If the statement is a call to a procedure the next statement displayed is the first statement in the procedure Available in break mode only Step Over Executes code one statement at a time If the statement is a call to a procedure then the procedure is executed as a unit The next statement displayed is the next statement in the current procedure regardless of whether the current statement is a call to another procedure Available in break mode only Step Out Executes the remaining lines of a function in which the current execution point lies The next statement displayed is the statement following the procedure call All of the code is executed between the current and the final execution points Available in break mode only Qui
155. user to add as many part trees as required at the top level Each part tree has any number of constant or time dependent variables associated with it known as part tree variables Below each part tree the user may create a tree structure of parts as complex or simple as required Each part has a number of values associated with it each corresponding to a parent part tree variable time dependent variable values are dimensioned according to the number of time sequences and the number of time points per time sequence The user enters data values for each part variable combination The values from the part trees are included in the cost calculation using a predefined function PartTreeValue Part Tree Name Part Name Variable Name Mode A typical cost function using a part tree value would be EngineSparesCost PartTreeValue Car Engine SparesCost SUM This is based on a part tree called Car with sub systems including the Engine which may itself have many sub systems One of the variables is SparesCost This function call will sum all the values of SparesCost below and including Engine If the SUM argument is changed to PART then only the value of SparesCost will be generated 10 IccWare V3 0 Overviews Cost Functions A cost function is an equation or Visual Basic compatible function that is used to calculate the cost of a particular node in a cost tree A cost function can contain global functions pre
156. ve the site key from Isograph restart the IccWare program Select the Help Licence menu option to display the Licence dialog again and type in the site key provided Now select the Update button in the dialog Your licence restrictions will be updated and you can use the program in your authorised mode If at any time you wish to transfer the licence to another computer or are upgrading the operating system on your computer you must contact Isograph again to receive a new authorisation key Note that before this new key can be provided you should kill your old licence using the Kill button in the Licence dialog and provide Isograph with the confirmation code Please ensure that you note down the confirmation code when using the Kill function IccWare V3 0 183 Appendix VIII Appendix VIII Moving the Program and Licence If you wish to move a licensed IccWare program from one directory to another or from one computer to another without having to contact Isograph then follow one of the following methods Direct Transfer This method is used to move a licensed program from one local or network directory to another directory Install IccWare to the new directory using the installation CD Start the original program which is currently licensed Select the Help Licence menu option to display the Licence dialog Select Direct Transfer and then select the directory path for the program location e g C Program Fi
157. which you wish to install the IccWare client files This is the top level directory of the installation and is normally C Program Files although any directory may be chosen Select Next to display the Choose Installation Folder on Network Server dialog Select the folder directory on the network server which contains the IccWare installation This is the top level directory of the installation and is normally C Program Files on the server although any directory may be chosen Note that the drive on the server must be mapped to a drive letter on the client The installation directory will thus be of the form Network Drive gt lt Installation Directory gt For example G Program Files Select Next to display the Select Program Folder dialog Enter the program folder name This is lccWare by default although any name may be chosen A shortcut to the lccWare program will be created in this folder Select Next to display the Select Shortcut Options dialog By default additional desktop and start menu shortcuts to the IccWare program are created To prevent these being created de select the check boxes Select Next to display the Select Default Paper Size dialog IccWare V3 0 181 Installation Instructions Select either ISO A4 or US Letter as the default paper size for your reports Select Next to display the Start Copying Files dialog NB If you already have IccWare Version 2 0 installed on your machine you will be as

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