PLM vs MES

When it comes to modern manufacturing, there is often a temptation to merge or blur the lines between systems such as Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) and Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)...

Are Data Stewards the Firefighters of PLM and other Digital Transformation Initiatives?

Describing data stewards as the “firefighters” of PLM (product lifecycle management) or other digital transformation initiatives might be overstating their role; nevertheless, they certainly play a crucial role in the success of such init...

How “Clean” Is Your Digital Core, and What Does It Mean in Terms of Business Agility?

Nothing is static in business; yet periods of stabilization must follow periods of change to realize benefits from transformational investments. Resilience and agility are key to navigating business changes, especially in areas like prod...

Where Does PLM Fit in Your Digital Core Strategy?

The term “digital core” can have different meanings depending on the context in which it is used. Here are a couple of interpretations followed by a combined perspective: 1. Focus on the ecosystem: a digital core is a central enterprise ...

Connecting the Dots: What Does It Mean in Context of Digital Transformation?

Have you ever heard the expression “connecting the dots”? It is a common metaphor used to describe the process of linking different pieces of information or data points to create a more comprehensive understanding of a situation or probl...

9 Business Benefits of PLM-ERP Integration

Product information flows across the enterprise through numerous processes and across various systems, including PLM and ERP platforms. Among other things, the former is the authoring platform for product creation and engineering collabo...