Oracle Agile PLM is approaching its end of life, with Oracle confirming that the final version, 9.3.6, will receive Premier Support until December of 2027. After this period, support will shift to Sustaining Support, which only addresses critical security...
Project management applications are important tools that help us track and manage our current and future projects. Many organizations utilize them to keep issues organized. They are extremely useful all on their own, but what happens when they are integrated with...
In today's highly competitive marketplace, customers are demanding more customization options. In order to stand out, product and software development tools must not only support variants but also provide efficient variant management capabilities. PTC’s Windchill and...
According to Deloitte, 40% of the average engineer’s time is spent looking for information. This issue could be resolved with effective data management. Deciding which platform to store your organization’s data in can be difficult, as there are many great options on...
Many companies are managing their BOMs in ERP rather than a PLM system due to the desire for better data reporting in the ERP. Although this is understandable, there are plenty of use cases for managing a BOM in a PLM system such as Windchill. Many businesses...
While PTC’s Windchill remains a popular PLM solution, more and more organizations are embracing SaaS. This transition to cloud-based products has businesses expecting their PLM solution to adapt with them. For many, SaaS isn’t just a want, but a need. Let’s explore...
Digital transformation is taking over the manufacturing industry. Implementing a digital thread is key to successful digital transformation as it ensures streamlined workflows and accessible data. Digital thread implementation can be enhanced with the integration of...
With many PLM solutions on the market, it can be difficult to know which is best for your business needs. Dassault Systèmes’ ENOVIA is a popular choice as it is part of their 3DExperience platform. ENOVIA has the same goal as every PLM software which is to manage a...
Two of the most common enterprise PLM software on the market are PTC Windchill and Siemens Teamcenter These product lifecycle management solutions have many similarities, but there are a few key differences that may be deciding factors in choosing one. At SPK, we...
Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) plays an important role in the manufacturing industry. Ensuring all factors of a product are well-documented is a priority for every business. Keeping this information organized is not just a good business practice, but it...
If your organization has many documents to keep organized, it has likely implemented document control processes. A common document control practice is revision numbering. Adding revision numbers is a great method for identifying updated document versions. Manually...
PLM solutions like PTC Windchill help organizations manage every facet of the product lifecycle. One of the best features for organizing these components is a Bill of Materials (BOM). Many PLM solutions integrate BOM management because it facilitates collaboration...