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Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) Software Articles
7 Best Free PLM Software in 2024
As a product manager, you understand the critical role of product lifecycle management (PLM) in driving efficiency and collaboration. Your organization likely has a solid PLM solution in place, but the high cost and complexity of systems can hinder experimentation.
by Devyani Mehta
How to Choose the Right Software Mix for Manufacturing
Manufacturing processes are complex and require multiple tools to achieve the desired results. Certain tools used in the manufacturing sector, such as product lifecycle management (PLM), enterprise resource planning (ERP), and quality management systems (QMS), have unique, but complementary features. At present, companies are looking to combine such software tools to have better visibility into their manufacturing operations. However, it is important that the integration is done in an appropriate manner, or else it fails to maximize the organization’s efficiency.
by Gabriel Gheorghiu
2023 Trends in the Manufacturing Industry
This post is part of G2's 2023 digital trends series. Read more about G2’s perspective on digital transformation trends in an introduction from Emily Malis Greathouse, director, market research, and additional coverage on trends identified by G2’s analysts.
by Anindita Sengupta
How to Choose the Best Production Process For Your Business
From small to large businesses, each one has a process.
by Adithya Siva
The Relevance of PLM Software in the Manufacturing Industry
Traditional product lifecycle management (PLM) has come a long way—from its genesis as a solution focused on computer-aided design (CAD), offering document management capabilities to its evolution as a SaaS platform that manages the lifecycle of highly complex products.
by Anindita Sengupta
Product Lifecycle Management: How to Sell Faster and Smarter
I know the title looks like clickbait but hear me out.
by Alexandra Vazquez
Computer-Aided Design (CAD): State of Category
Computer-aided design (CAD) software was developed as part of a project delivered in 1960 by MIT’s Electronic Systems Laboratory, in collaboration with the United States Air Force.
by Michael Gigante
SaaS-Based CAD is Taking Over
Software as a service (SaaS), also known as software in the cloud, is increasingly penetrating the tech market. From education to finance, countless industries are implementing SaaS based solutions, and most of those industries are better because of it.
by Michael Gigante
Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) Software Glossary Terms
Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) Software Discussions
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Question on: Autodesk Fusion Manage
What does the API look like on Upchain? Can it easily be linked to ERP systems or other engineering softwares?We are looking to possibly link up some software to have Upchain information in other areas. Would like to know how easy this could be implemented.
We at Upchain have a Rest API that any one of our clients can utilize. With our Enterprise service bus (ESB) partner we can connect to most ERP systems and in fact 200+ other platforms.
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Question on: Autodesk Fusion Manage
Can I use Upchain to store work instructions or control plans?It would be nice to have control plans for each part.
Yes, work instructions and control plans can be associated with specific Items and Assemblies within your BOM. Additionally, you can associate work instructions with specific QA procedures, and control plans with product requirements. If you would like more information please contact Upchain at Sales@upchain.com
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Question on: Arena PLM & QMS
Can this PLM bring the data and drawings straight to the production lines so we can digitize the production lines and remove the paper?We need a PLM to bring the data and drawings to the production lines to digitize the production lines and remove the paper
Andrea,
Thanks for your inquiry. PLM does allow us to provide electronic access for documents, drawings, bills of materials (BOMs), and other product information to production lines and supply chain partners. If you would like to learn more, please email Mark Hudson via email at mhudson@arenasolutions.com.
Best regards,
Scott
Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) Software Reports
Mid-Market Grid® Report for Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)
Winter 2025
G2 Report: Grid® Report
Grid® Report for Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)
Winter 2025
G2 Report: Grid® Report
Enterprise Grid® Report for Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)
Winter 2025
G2 Report: Grid® Report
Momentum Grid® Report for Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)
Winter 2025
G2 Report: Momentum Grid® Report
Small-Business Grid® Report for Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)
Winter 2025
G2 Report: Grid® Report
Enterprise Grid® Report for Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)
Fall 2024
G2 Report: Grid® Report
Small-Business Grid® Report for Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)
Fall 2024
G2 Report: Grid® Report
Mid-Market Grid® Report for Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)
Fall 2024
G2 Report: Grid® Report
Grid® Report for Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)
Fall 2024
G2 Report: Grid® Report
Momentum Grid® Report for Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)
Fall 2024
G2 Report: Momentum Grid® Report