While your higher-ups of a manufacturing firm expect increased productivity and desired outputs, you tend to be overwhelmed by the work pressure to deliver. What comes to your rescue will blow your mind! The unseen potential of technological advancements like Computer-Aided Design i.e. CAD solutions and Product Lifecycle Management i.e. PLM solutions. These powerful tools are showcasing how various products can be designed, developed, and brought to market.
Overview
A recent survey conducted by CAD Productivity Study in 2021 on the percentage of executives who wanted to improve overall productivity at work by 54 % while 40 % somewhat felt the need of improvements in productivity and 4% were satisfied with the productivity rate whatsoever. For such optimistic achievements the latest advancements in CAD solutions and PLM solutions may be the answer to these situations.
Understanding CAD Solutions and PLM Solutions
CAD or Computer-Aided Design Solutions
A recent survey conducted by CAD Productivity Study in 2021 on the percentage of executives who wanted to improve overall productivity at work by 54 % while 40 % somewhat felt the need of improvements in productivity and 4% were satisfied with the productivity rate whatsoever. For such optimistic achievements the latest advancements in CAD solutions and PLM solutions may be the answer to these situations.
PLM or Product Lifecycle Management Solutions
PLM software serves as a central managing system of all the information related to a product throughout its complete lifecycle, from conception, setup, servicing to disposal. This includes CAD display models with a 3dexperience platform, engineering data, reports and bills of components, manufacturing directions, and service manual.
How are professionals Manufacturing with CAD and PLM
The smooth integration of SolidWorks CAD and PLM solutions is gaining immense popularity among professionals working on complex design and data management. It offers numerous of benefits for modern manufacturers, including:
Uplifted Design Technology and Development :
- CAD solutions software allows for quick and efficient design iterations. Designers can play around these software systems and experiment on different concepts, analyze their performance potential digitally, and make quick amendments in between, before physical prototypes are built.
- PLM solutions facilitate seamless blend between design teams, engineering sections, and manufacturing units. The required product information for all teams to be aware of is updated in cloud software where they can access it all at once, in real-time. This helps reduce the risk of re-work and errors
Upgrade in Efficiency and Productivity :
- SolidWorks CAD solutions automate mundane repeating tasks like drafting and reporting, releasing the engineers’ burden of valuable time getting wasted and helps to focus on innovative design solutions.
- PLM solutions streamline efficient and clear communication and data exchange, removing the need for manual data entry which is an old school process and mitigating the risk of inconsistencies. This in turn results in faster delivery time and lower production costs.
Optimized Manufacturing Processes :
- CAD models are sought after 3dexperience platforms where applications using computer-aided manufacturing or CAM applications are easily integrated into daily workflows, enabling the creation of precise toolpaths for CNC machines. This reduces errors and a high amount of waste during production.
- PLM provides dynamic production data, allowing manufacturers to check and address bottlenecks in real-time in the process flow, optimize resources, and improve overall production efficiency with lower costing.
Superior Product Quality and Delivery :
- CAD solutions offer advanced 3dexperience platforms for upgrading product performance and features under tough conditions, in a seamless manner. This helps identify any type of design flaws early in the planning stages and leads to risk-free higher-quality products.
- PLM solutions facilitate quality control with multiple checks throughout the manufacturing cycle by monitoring minute details of materials and components used in each product until delivery. This ensures consistent product quality and eliminates product recall procedures wherever possible.
How to Make Designing Easy with CAD Solutions
A few years ago, manual drafting and physical and low-quality prototype models of 3D structures were created, which often had multiple flaws that were discovered during manufacturing, leading to recalling during production time. This led to multiple failures and time waste, leading to severe monitory losses.
Now, with CAD solutions, all these issues are now a tell-tale alone. Thanks to the 3dexperience platforms and SolidWorks technologies to keep up with the fast-paced industrial growth.
3D EXPERIENCE :
Solid CAD solutions provide collaborative 3D machining for product development. It blends seamlessly with CAD tools like SolidWorks, making your CNC machinery more profitable and competitive than ever before.
SolidWorks :
This industry-leading CAD bridges the gap between desktop data of complex designs and cloud storage data management. Its intuitive interface and powerful features make it a perfect tool with 3dexperience platforms for developing innovative designs across various industries.
How to use PLM Solutions in Data Management
PLM solutions ensure to be a central hub for all data product related, where you have all product related information in a single, accessible location.
Version control and versatility :
PLM solutions enable version control, enabling system upgrades and versions change. This ensures everyone in the team works on the latest data in cloud and that previous data is not lost and stored in the central repository.
Training, collaboration and support :
We provide comprehensive training programs to assist and equip your design teams and engineers to seamlessly collaborate with each other and stay informed regularly of various upgrades within the design planning, with the full potential of CAD and PLM tools.
Revision Control :
PLM is a robust tool for the management of data revisions all through its complete cycle. There is a central repository established that undergoes many upgrades during its lifecycle. These corrections ensure that accurate data arrives in the latest data. The features of version history, check-in, check-out mechanisms and comparison tools, resulting in minimising errors from previous versions go unnoticed.
Powerful Search Tool :
PLM equips organizations with sophisticated search abilities to easily locate and retrieve important product information. There is an indexing method that it follows to organize the entire data including images, CAD files, documents. There are other keywords that can be used to filter and search relevant data based on keywords, attributes and meta tags to exactly locate your specific requirement.
Workflow Management :
PLM defines and enforces set procedures to run efficiently. It helps in enabling PLM solutions where tasks can be assigned to the necessary teams, automated notifications can be shot at fixed times, and reminders can be set among many other facilities. Workflow features such as escalation, routing and approvals can be monitored regularly for seamless flow. PLM also integrates with systems like ERP and CRM enabling seamless data sharing and process optimization.
Manage Legacy Data :
PLM solutions can help identify and rectify obsolete or unnecessary data. Also, PLM’s version control features help to update itself automatically and enhance data quality and consistency. It assists in recovering the older data which was archived.
Conclusion
The future of design and manufacturing lies in embracing creative and innovative technological advancements of CAD solutions, integrated with a secure platform that acts as a central repository of managing the product data using PLM solutions. At Promedia Systems, we are passionate about assisting in every step of your business in the MENA region to unlock the transformative potential of complex technology. With our deep industry knowledge, proven expertise in 3DEXPERIENCE and SolidWorks, and our steady reputation of commitment to client success, we can empower you to –
- Streamline your product planning and development process
- Improve product quality with innovation
- Optimize efficiency in manufacturing, productivity and data management
- Gain an upper hand in the marketplace
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