PDM/PLM

The Kraljic Matrix, developed by Peter Kraljic in the 1980s, is a powerful tool used in procurement and supply chain management to categorise and prioritise purchases and suppliers based on their supply risk and profit impact. By analysing these two factors, this tool...

Have you ever wondered how that complex bridge gets built or that sleek new gadget gets manufactured? It all starts with procurement. The success of any engineering project relies on a smooth-running supply chain management system. Procurement is central to...

Companies today need modern tools to handle complex product development challenges and stay ahead of the competition. Many are forced to collaborate across a multi CAD environment to meet market, customer, and regulatory demands. While this can be a...

Selecting the right enterprise product lifecycle management (PLM) solution for your organization is critical for success. For many teams, PLM runs at the heart of operations, keeping product development cycling at a rapid rate. Manufacturers need to satisfy customer...

Windchill 13, the latest Windchill PLM release, focuses on significant UX improvements to increase productivity and collaboration. It’s designed to power your digital thread and enable the seamless flow of information across the enterprise. Here are the details on...

With increasing product complexity, and frequently changing customer needs, configuration management can play a critical role in your company’s success. Highly customizable products increase complexity not only in the design process but in all stages of the product lifecycle....

SOLIDWORKS PDM is a document management product based on the client/server architecture. Do note that SOLIDWORKS PDM has two types, PDM Standard and PDM Professional. In this blog, we will be looking at the options page of SOLIDWORKS PDM Tool,...

It’s no secret today that manufacturing organizations have to do more than just create and distribute great products. Organizations looking to stay competitive in the market must look for ways to more effectively collect, manage, and leverage data to...

Digital transformation brings many promises to engineering, product development, manufacturing, and more. However, many organizations are failing to experience a significant increase in performance and profitability. So, what’s the problem? One thing is clear of the organizations that have...

Does your organization need to store and manage quality records? How does your company ensure that quality documents undergo a controlled release process and are updated in a timely manner? Is your organization looking for a way to track...