Node tree
The node tree is a drag-and-drop hierarchy on the left side of the page. Each node can have child nodes, creating a breakdown structure that mirrors your actual product architecture.- Create a node — Click the + button or right-click to add a child node
- Move nodes — Drag and drop to rearrange the hierarchy
- Delete nodes — Right-click and select delete (this removes all child nodes too)
Node types
Nodes can represent different levels of your architecture:- System — Top-level assemblies or major subsystems
- Subsystem — Mid-level groupings of related components
- Component — Individual parts or lowest-level items
Attributes
Attributes are custom metadata fields you attach to nodes. Use them to track properties like weight, material, cost, status, or any other data relevant to your engineering process. Tandem supports several attribute types:| Type | Description |
|---|---|
| Text | Free-form text |
| Number | Numeric values |
| Date | Date picker |
| Select | Single choice from a list |
| Multi-select | Multiple choices from a list |
| Checkbox | True/false toggle |
| Link | URL reference |
| Person | Team member assignment |