Lectra, leader in technology solutions for accelerating the transition to Industry 4.0 for players in fashion, automotive, and furniture, announced the expansion of its Valia Fashion platform to new key markets across the globe, including: Mexico, Brazil and South America. This expansion is a significant step in the company’s journey to accelerate the global fashion industry’s transition to Industry 4.0. Valia Fashion, Lectra’s intelligent cloud-based solution that connects the whole cutting room to automate and streamline each stage of apparel production was first launched in the US, Canada and Europe in October 2024 and has demonstrated strong, early successes. “We’re dedicated to helping our customers remain competitive and agile in the market and meet the latest technological demands of fashion industry,” said Lenny Marano, President of the Americas at Lectra. “Valia Fashion is a revolutionary solution that empowers fashion brands and manufacturers to connect, automate and streamline every step of apparel production. Since our initial launch, we’ve

OpenSpace, a global leader in 360° reality capture and AI-powered analytics for the construction industry, announced OpenSpace Air, a new solution that enables construction teams to consolidate all reality data – from drones, 360° cameras, mobile phones, and laser scanners – into a comprehensive visual record accessible from a single platform. Included in every OpenSpace subscription, OpenSpace Air helps construction teams boost technology adoption in the field while giving executives better visibility into project progress for more confident decision-making and stronger client trust.  “With the drone data integration from OpenSpace, we can now expand outside the four walls of a building to show things that we weren’t able to see before, from an extremely valuable perspective,” said Scott Wyatt, Project Executive at Gilbane Construction. “Overall, being able to identify items on the project earlier and create efficiencies in our platforms is a big win.”  Aerial data from drones delivers value across the project

Rocket Software, a global technology leader in modernization software, announced powerful new innovations to its Skills and Efficiency solutions, designed to help enterprises scale IT operations, close the IT skills gap and improve developer experience with intelligence and precision. New product features include automation, productivity-focused tools, and optional AI-driven capabilities, supporting faster development, stronger system performance, and greater IT resilience without adding layers of complexity and risk. By making it easier for developers and infrastructure teams to work more efficiently, the company continues to support businesses in their IT modernization initiatives and transformation journeys. These latest innovations from Rocket Software empower customers to: Boost developer efficiency by cutting task time from hours to minutes and accelerating new developer ramp-up from months to weeks. Improve system performance through AI-driven monitoring and anomaly detection for greater reliability across mainframe environments. Reduce IT workload with self-service automation to decrease ticket volume by up to 16%, all while maintaining compliance and security. Strengthen

Tech Soft 3D, the world leader in providing engineering software development toolkits (SDKs), will showcase their new VizStreamer tool as a novel part of their simulation visualization solution during a presentation at the NAFEMS World Conference 2025 in Salzburg, Austria. This new tool allows legacy CAE desktop applications to leverage the advantages of web-based solutions through progressively streaming visualization data to web clients for in-browser rendering. This is done without the need for comprehensive rewrites of an application's core functionality, greatly reducing development resources and time. “VizStreamer is a game-changer for organizations seeking to modernize without losing decades of proven functionality.” – Eric Vinchon, Vice President, Product, Tech Soft 3D Innovation in Supporting Legacy Cloud Applications Cloud Transition In the past, organizations have been forced to make do with inferior, stopgap solutions for moving desktop CAE applications to web. Remote desktop technologies, while useful, create security vulnerabilities and significant operational costs, all with

Trimble® launched Trimble Forestry One, a comprehensive technology platform built to connect and streamline forestry operations. Unveiled at the Trimble Forestry User Conference, Forestry One enhances forest management by leveraging Trimble's common data environment for seamless integration with Trimble Connected Forest® solutions, while also simplifying regulatory compliance and optimizing supply chain management. Trimble Forestry One extends the capabilities of Trimble Connected Forest solutions by connecting and leveraging operational, spatial and environmental data to enhance decision-making with forest inventory, harvest planning, logistics and supply chain traceability. The platform enables Trimble customers to address critical technical challenges such as disconnected workflows, siloed data and outdated interfaces, promoting a more connected and collaborative future for forestry. Key capabilities delivered by Trimble Forestry One include: Robust Data Management: Maintain compliant, standardized and trusted data with enhanced visibility using solutions like Trimble DataSync for cloud storage/retrieval and Trimble DataVuze for API-driven reporting and insights. Unified Inventory Management: Gain a real-time, consolidated view of

The leadership team at Okuma America Corporation, a global leader and single-source builder of computer numeric control (CNC) machine tools, controls and automation systems, is pleased to announce the addition of a new partner to distribute Okuma products and services in Brazil. Maquinas e Solucoes Servicos de Representacao e Manutencao de Equipamentos Ltda (M&S), a member of the Molgroup of companies, will begin serving Okuma customers and prospects in Brazil effective immediately. Several factors were considered by the Okuma leadership team when choosing M&S for Brazil, the most important of which was the common mission of both 100+ year old companies to provide high-quality, high-performance machine tools, automation systems and premium support to the expanding manufacturing industry throughout Brazil. Additionally, Okuma and Molinari, also a member of the Molgroup of companies, have enjoyed a 40+ year OEM-distributor partnership in other Latin American regions including Argentina and neighboring countries. Mr. Tim Thiessen, Senior Vice

Tech Mahindra, a leading global provider of technology consulting and digital solutions to enterprises across industries, announced key leadership elevations to drive strategic growth in critical markets. Manish Mangal will take over as Head – Americas Communications Business, and Sahil Dhawan has been appointed Head – India, Middle East, and Africa (IMEA) Business. Manish Mangal, in his expanded role, will lead Tech Mahindra's Communications business across the Americas, one of the company's most vital growth markets. His deep industry knowledge and track record of innovation position him to drive business transformation and unlock new opportunities for clients in the region. With over 27 years of global experience in the telecom industry, Manish has played a pivotal role in advancing 5G, AI, and cloud-native network technologies. He previously served as Chief Technology Officer – Telecom Business & Global Business Head – Network Services for Tech Mahindra. Sahil Dhawan will drive Tech Mahindra's growth strategy and customer engagement across the IMEA

Trace One, a premier SaaS leader in Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) and compliance software tailored to the food & beverage, cosmetics & personal care, and chemical industries, and Connecting Food, a pioneer in real-time natural resources supply chain traceability, announced a strategic partnership designed to deliver unparalleled transparency from farm to shelf. This integrated solution unifies detailed product development data with real-time traceability, enabling retailers and manufacturers to confidently meet compliance requirements, reduce risk, and strengthen consumer trust. Meeting New Regulatory Demands New regulations like the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) and expanded ESG reporting standards require companies to provide precise, verifiable data on ingredient origins, land use, and social impacts. Traditional fragmented data management is insufficient. By combining Trace One’s comprehensive PLM system, which manages product specifications and supplier data, with Connecting Food’s real-time tracking of agricultural practices and logistics, businesses now have: A unified digital record from product concept through retail shelf Rapid, precise recalls

ENGYS is excited to announce the upcoming User Group Meeting (UGM) 2025, set to take place at The Madison in Detroit, MI, USA, on 21 and 22 October 2025. This event promises to bring together CFD professionals and users of ENGYS’ open-source software tools, HELYX and ELEMENTS, for two days of insightful presentations, workshops, and networking. ENGYS User Group Meeting 2025 Dates: 21 to 22 October 2025 Location: The Madison – Detroit, USA REGISTER NOW Discover Our Latest Innovations Explore the most recent advancements in CFD and simulation technologies developed by ENGYS. Gain valuable insights from industry experts and ENGYS developers as they present their latest research and case studies, showcasing practical applications and real-world solutions. Enhance Your Skills Take part in hands-on workshops and training sessions designed for both beginners and advanced users. Learn how to maximize the potential of HELYX and ELEMENTS to streamline your CFD workflows and boost engineering performance. Connect with the CFD Community Network with fellow CFD

PROS Holdings, Inc., a leading provider of AI-powered SaaS pricing and selling solutions, kicked off its flagship event, Outperform with PROS 2025, at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas. The conference will run through May 14 and is set to bring together global executives, industry leaders and visionaries with a goal of empowering organizations to Outthink, Outpace and Outperform with smarter strategies, faster decision-making and responsible AI for real-time business transformation. “Outperform 2025 will be an unparalleled opportunity for business leaders to gain actionable insights from world-class experts and industry pioneers embracing AI to unleash their organization’s full potential and outperform the market,” said Todd McNabb, Chief Revenue Officer, PROS. “As AI continues to reshape the commercial landscape, this year’s conference will provide the roadmap organizations need to unleash intelligent commerce and accelerate growth.” Headlining Topics and Keynote Sessions AI R/Evolution from the Inside: AI isn’t a Feature, it’s a Corporate CompetencyThis workshop with Dr. Michael