(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 …
Executive Summary As a sustainability leader in a manufacturing company, you understand the critical importance of driving sustainable transformation across the value chain. Implementing a sustainable business process transformation in manufacturing using a framework like CoSIRI can be instrumental in achieving these goals. The CoSIRI framework provides a robust foundation for embedding sustainability into procurement, …
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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 …