Topic: Item and File Management

How We Do It

• ERP and PLM: How these systems work together for manufacturing success

  Enterprise resource planning (ERP) and product lifecycle management (PLM) are two distinct business systems. Learn how ERP and PLM fit together and the business needs each system supports.

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• Four Challenges Engineering Document Management Software Solves — Plus One Solution

  Manufacturers typically have tons of product documentation, including engineering files, to manage, review, edit and share. Companies often look to solutions to help manage documents electronically. Learn how engineering document management software can help.

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• Four Quick Tips For Mastering Your Master Parts List

  The master parts list is more than a list of uniquely numbered and named parts. It encompasses important build and order information. Discover best practices for keeping your master parts list up-to-date.

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• Part number system: How to get started

  A part number system is a useful way to help individuals and departments identify and track parts. Learn what to consider when selecting a part number system and how to get started.

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• Part Numbering Schemes—Intelligent vs. Non-Intelligent

  Manufacturing a product means you have parts – anywhere from just a few to hundreds, perhaps even thousands, to manage, track and store. But choosing the best part numbering scheme for your business can be difficult. Learn the benefits of each option and ways to manage part numbers.

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• Scrap and rework: How to cut these costs

  Scrap and rework costs can add up quickly. Learn how to reduce these expenses and prevent them from costing you a lot of time and money.

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• Six Tips for Smoother Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) Software Implementation

  Implementing product lifecycle management (PLM) does not have to be scary. This article provides six tips to achieve a smooth and successful PLM implementation.

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• Tips For Finding & Documenting Electronic Components

  In manufacturing, it costs a lot more to fix problems caused by poor part documentation than it does to document product parts properly the first time. Get tips for finding electronic components and advice on how to document part details.

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• Turning Great Designs Into Great Products: The Changing World of Mechanical Design

  Global innovation and new technologies have shifted the design process. Designers are just as likely to work with someone across the world as someone across the building, making the ability to share up-to-date and accurate product information a necessary part of bringing new product to market. [...]

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• What is cloud Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)?

  Product lifecycle management in the cloud―or PLM in the cloud―offers significant benefits to on-premise PLM solutions. Learn the advantages of managing product data in the cloud and the superior protection cloud PLM solutions deliver.

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• What makes engineer-to-order (ETO) products unique?

  When it comes to designing and building a product, the type of product usually determines the approach a company will take. ETO companies can face challenges managing engineering changes. Discover ways to address these challenges and how to create efficiencies throughout the design and manufacturing phases.

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• Why You Should Document Fixture and Jig Designs

  Manufacturers often overlook the importance of documenting their fixture and jig designs. But keeping solid design records of the tools and components used to build and test products can help prevent production delays. Learn what information you should capture and how to document jig and fixture data.

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