Distribution matrices for transmittals determine who receives documentation through a transmittal and what is required of those people. Transmittal matrices are created separately for internal and external transmittals.
A distribution matrix is a table with recipients along the top and transmittal categories down the side, as shown here:
The transmittal categories can be based on document type, project, contract, and so on. Each cell in the table is marked with the reason for receipt for each recipient and may also include the format in which they will be receiving the document.
When distribution matrices are used in SmartPlant Foundation, there is usually more than one matrix for each type of transmittal, either internal or external. Each distribution matrix is created for a specific transmittal reason for issue; therefore, the reason for issue for each matrix is unique for the transmittal type. When a transmittal is created, the reason for issue that the user selects determines which distribution matrix is used.
Administrators should refer to Distribution matrix configuration and Matrix management for instructions for creating matrices and assigning matrix recipients.