(and Why Most Manufacturers Only Discover They Need PLM When It’s Already Too Late) The paradoxical conversation I keep having I spend a lot of time talking with manufacturers about PLM. Different sectors, different sizes, same pattern. The call often starts like this: “We are halfway through our ERP programme and it has dawned on …
Why PLM is no longer just an engineering tool, and how to use it to drive cross-functional performance The hidden cost of treating PLM as “just for engineering” Digital transformation in manufacturing has come a long way. Factories have invested in cloud-based CAD, installed smart MES platforms, and upgraded ERP stacks. But one system remains boxed …
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Last week, I attended the PDSForum at the Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC), where manufacturing leaders tackled key engineering and manufacturing digital transformation challenges. From data trust to sustainability, the discussions weren’t just about technology—they were about solving real-world problems that every leader faces on their journey. Yet, what struck me most wasn’t the tech on display …
Technia UK recently invited us to speak at their Innovation Day 2024 about demystifying the role of PLM (product lifecycle management) in the enterprise. In this keynote presentation, Nick unpicked the role of PLM in a digital transformation, looking at how it supports the overall business process, and shared some examples of its impact and the steps …
I’ve worked in the Engineering and Manufacturing space for over 25 years now and something strange is happening at the moment… For some reason CAD and PLM is a hot topic for investors right now. Why could this be? Why is CAD and PLM is a hot topic for investors? CAD (Computer-Aided Design) and PLM …