In last week’s blog, I explored the status quo of PDM vs. PLM positioning, speaking about the challenges and the confusion surrounding them. In the article I talked about historical divide between PDM and PLM software definitions and marketing, step into more details about challenges of each “system” and share…
The debate over whether Product Data Management (PDM) and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) are distinct or intertwined systems has persisted for years. Countless comparisons highlight their differences, yet the boundaries between the two remain blurry. This confusion extends to recommendations for engineering teams and companies. PDM and PLM – Are…
I started my blogging journey back in 2008. In those days, there was huge excitement about the capabilities of platforms like WordPress.com to create a website, add a domain name, and start publishing articles, similar to writing a document in Microsoft Word.. Fast forward to 2024. AI tools are changing…
Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) is a concept that has been around for decades. Being in this business for the last 20+ years provided me an opportunity to see a few interesting turns that the market and technology was taken and reflect on some of the market opportunities I can see…
How to make PLM more than just a buzzword? An article Make PLM Great Again written by Lionel Grealou in his blog V+D caught my attention earlier this week. The question Lionel asked there why PLM seems to mean something different to everyone (and that is perhaps part of the…
Earlier this week, I attended the DXM 2024 (formerly PLM Innovation) event that took place in San Antonio TX. Organized by UK based Market Key, this event is known for its customer oriented approach and the discussion focus format. Market Key doesn’t focus on creating a crowded event, but on…
To have an opportunity to discuss specific industry topics is extremely important and rare. We are busy with every day business running and often finding hard time to break day to day routine and have an opportunity to talk with people about what we do. The COVID-19 pandemic taught us…
For my 20+ years of experience in PLM business, I can see see the age-old struggle in the world of tech: on one hand, businesses are diving into a labyrinth of growing complexity – like they’re training for a data Olympics where only the boldest and bravest survive! On the…
Last week, I attended Autodesk University 2024 in San Diego. I came to share OpenBOM experience of building digital workflows and integrating Fusion data into downstream data flows including procurement and vendor communications. But, besides that, AU 2024 was a great opportunity to explore Autodesk’s latest advancements in design, manufacturing,…
The world of engineering and manufacturing software is evolving. Digital transformation plays a crucial role in driving the changes occurring in industrial companies. I found it to be an interesting intersection of trends, technologies, business strategies. Software vendors, service companies, and industrial companies are all looking how to find their…
