The world has shifted to a data-driven ecosystem where predictive analytics and AI automation are essential components for success in competitive markets. Just as businesses must constantly innovate new products and services to maintain market share, they must also keep abreast of emerging technologies that will help them achieve their…
In today’s fast-paced business world, it is important for companies to keep up with the latest technology and tools to stay competitive. Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) is one such tool that has gained significant attention. CIMdata Industry Forum is one of the places where you can get an annual injection…
PLM Conferences are coming back in 2023 and I started to put them back on my calendar. You can watch slides online, but there is no replacement to meet people from the industry – thought leaders, analysts, industry experts, vendors, and industrial companies. Earlier this week, I attended CIMdata North…
In my article today, I want to continue the discussion I started in Part 1 of my article about turning PLM into a data-driven business. Enterprise software businesses have long been focused on delivering high-quality software solutions to their customers. Companies are run by processes. The control of company processes…
As the manufacturing industry continues to be transformed by technology, new acronyms have emerged that often leave individuals feeling overwhelmed and unsure of what they stand for. My attention was caught by the TEC article written by PJ (Predrag Jakovljevic) a well-known author and researcher focused on PLM and ERP…
Working in the PLM industry for many years, I learned that BOM is a foundational piece of information systems used by the manufacturing industry – CAD, PDM, PLM, ERP, and many others. A few years ago, I posted my thoughts about BOM data management evolution where I mostly discussed technical…
Onshape Live 23, the annual conference organized by PTC Onshape brought together a community of users and everyone who is tracking Onshape development for the last decade to discuss the latest news in the world of Onshape. The event showcased Onshape’s latest features and updates, as well as provide a…
I’m continuing to digest my 3DXW23 experience and what I learned. Design, engineering, and manufacturing are undergoing a radical transformation. With digital native experience becoming a norm, CAD/PLM (product lifecycle management) software-enabled workflows and business processes are enabling businesses to keep up with escalating customer demands and adapt faster in…
Industrial companies are transforming and the changes will impact everyone who is involved in the manufacturing business. The last few years demonstrated a very high level of sensitivity and dependencies in the manufacturing value chain. The complexity of products is growing and so is the level of dependencies between OEMs…
I’m continuing to digest what I learned earlier this week at Dassault Systemes 3D Experience World 2023 in Nashville, TN. The forum was transformed from what was formerly known as Solidworks World, and it is probably still the biggest gathering of mechanical engineers in the world. Solidworks community is also…
