Caterpillar is strongly encouraging dealers to migrate to the new Hose Assembly Part Information Interface (HIS 2.0), and for good reason. For years, the differences between the older HIS 1.0 data and the newer HIS 2.0 standards have created headaches in dealers’ hose shops. Dealers have reported that discrepancies—especially concerning hose lengths—have led to costly rework and extra expense. The HIS 2.0 Interface from FDC Solutions eliminates this risk, providing the critical data accuracy you need to maximize efficiency and profitability.
Key Advantages of the HIS 2.0 Interface
The HIS 2.0 Interface from FDC Solutions is designed to seamlessly integrate Caterpillar’s 2nd Generation Hose Assembly data with your DBS/DBSi environment, transforming the way your team builds hoses and manages parts.
- Pinpoint Accuracy. Zero Rework. The single most important benefit is data consistency. Our HIS 2.0 Interface ensures that the data displayed and printed from DBS/DBSi is identical to the data within HIS 2.0. This means the Hose Build Report (BOM) generated by DBS/DBSi will finally provide the same information your hose technicians see in HIS 2.0, ending the cycle of frustrating and expensive recuts.
- 30+ New Detail Fields of Detail. HIS 2.0 data is a massive improvement over 1st Generation data, adding over 30 new fields of data. This data is now broken out into several more detailed fields, providing your counter staff and parts managers with comprehensive information on Hose Composition, including detailed specifications for bulk hoses, reusable and permanent couplings, sleeves, standard and high-temp seals, armor guards, and more.
- Enhanced Visibility. The new data is incorporated into key DBS screens that your team uses every day, including Price Data Base Maintenance (MNTPCNPR), Price Data Base Inquiry (DSPPCNPR), and Parts Availability (DSPPCAVL) for counter personnel.
- Seamless Integration and Reliability. Our HIS 2.0 Interface is designed for easy deployment to DBS/DBSi dealers. We’ve already consulted with Parts and IT teams at interested dealerships to fine-tune the functional design and ensure we deliver the exact fields that matter most to your operations.
- Reliable Data File Transmission. Our DBS/DBSi-native approach ensures a stable, integrated process that handles the new PART_INFOHOSE2 data file transmission reliably.
Don’t Wait for the Mandate
Caterpillar still supports HIS 1.0, so using the HIS 2.0 interface is currently optional, but the business case for migration is clear: reduced errors and increased efficiency.