A project manager’s role in manufacturing is critical to the success of any project. The project manager takes responsibility for planning, executing, and closing projects within the manufacturing environment. They lead the project team and work with all entities to ensure the project is completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards […]

It’s early days, but 2023 is shaping up to be the year of ChatGPT. The artificial intelligence (AI) tool from developer OpenAI dominates headlines in pop culture, tech, and business. A number of industries perceive it as a potential tool, or threat — it depends who you ask! Lawyers, doctors, teachers, marketers, software developers, authors, […]

PLM or “Product Lifecycle Management” is a process that is used to manage the entire lifecycle of a product, from ideation to disposal. PLM involves the integration of data, processes, and people throughout the product development process. The Origins of PLM The origins of PLM can be traced back to the 1980s, computer-aided design (CAD) […]

In January 2023, iSEEK Corporation announced the launch of iSEEKGlobal. iSEEKGlobal provides a game-changing cloud-based platform that empowers Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) to qualify Contract Manufacturers (CMs)/suppliers, and attain cost estimates instantly. Powered by the iSEEK Corporation’s 3D Shape Search Engine, CADseek, iSEEKGlobal transforms the way OEMs approach supplier qualification while offering OEMs, suppliers, and CMs of all […]

There’s a renaissance of product design currently underway. New technologies are revolutionizing every step of the product development process—from how designs are created, to how they’re reviewed, and even how models are validated. There’s never been a more exciting time to be a product developer, but it’s crucial that your CAD system keeps up with […]

As the lines between product and software development become less obvious, the need for requirements management becomes clear. However, the right solution isn’t always easy to identify. IBM® Rational® DOORS® has long been a handy tool for managing requirements used by enterprise software developers worldwide. But times have changed, and a digitalized, IoT-connected world presents […]

More and more companies realize that increasing the efficiency of their software development processes is pivotal if they don’t want to be left behind. Product development and manufacturing best practices extend far beyond engineering, design, and the factory floor. Mature development teams reach their goals with help from Application Lifecycle Management (ALM) tools. An ALM […]