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ANN ARBOR, Michigan, USA 29 January 2026—CIMdata, Inc., the leading global research, consulting, and education firm specializing in Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) and the Digital Transformation it enables, is pleased to announce the return of its highly acclaimed half-day Digital Transformation Master Class to be held in conjunction with Aras ACE 2026 at the Hilton Miami Downtown on April 13, 2026. As industrial organizations move beyond AI experimentation toward enterprise-scale implementation, the need for a robust Digital Transformation strategy has never been more critical. This half-day Master Class, leveraging the core curriculum of CIMdata’s internationally recognized 5-day PLM Certificate Program, is designed to equip Aras ACE attendees with the strategic framework and practical tools needed to navigate the complexities of a modern, data-driven enterprise. “Digital Transformation is no longer an option; it is a necessity for survival in the age of AI and the Digital Thread,” says Cheryl Peck, CIMdata’s Chief Marketing

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, USA 28 January 2026—CIMdata, Inc., the leading global research, consulting, and education firm specializing in Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) and the Digital Transformation it enables, announces that Accenture, Autodesk, Capgemini, SAP, and Siemens Digital Industries Software have joined as sponsors for its landmark research program, “AI in Product Development.” The participation of these five industry leaders, along with many industrial companies, shows how important AI has become for digital transformation. As sponsors, these organizations will provide the support and industry perspective needed to examine how AI is used, how mature it is, and what ROI it delivers in manufacturing today. "Industrial organizations currently lack the fact-based data needed to navigate the rapidly evolving AI ecosystem, and we are honored to have the support of such a distinguished group of sponsors for this groundbreaking research initiative," said Peter Bilello, President & CEO of CIMdata. "By sponsoring this initiative, these leading

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, USA, January 26, 2026— CIMdata, Inc., the leading global research, consulting, and education firm specializing in Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) and the Digital Transformation it enables, announces the expansion of its industry-leading PLM Certificate Program. In response to the evolving needs of the global industrial sector, CIMdata’s assessment-based certificate programs are now available through a Virtual Live Classroom format, complementing its traditional In-Person classes. In today’s complex Digital Thread landscape, where strategic missteps can result in significant financial losses, the need for expert-led, solution-provider-neutral education has never been higher. By introducing the Virtual Live Classroom option, CIMdata ensures that PLM professionals worldwide can access the same comprehensive strategic insights and direct expert guidance that have defined the program for over a decade, regardless of geographical or travel constraints. “The CIMdata PLM Certificate Program is not a passive online course; it is an intensive, real-time experience,” says CIMdata’s president and

This webinar will reveal whether the new SysML v2 standard can successfully advance collaboration between OEMs and suppliers. Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA 21 January 2026—The Aerospace & Defense PLM Action Group (AD PAG) has announced it will sponsor a webinar on Tuesday, 24 February at 11:00 am EDT to present the findings of its recent research on the capabilities of the SysML v2 standard and its implications for OEMs and suppliers. Titled "Does SysML v2 Improve MBSE Collaboration?", the webinar will offer insight into how the new standard addresses the critical challenges of multi-enterprise systems engineering. For decades, the Aerospace & Defense (A&D) industry has struggled with the "collaboration gap"—the friction that occurs when sharing complex system models across disparate teams and global supply chains. As the industry moves toward what experts call a "generational step forward" in systems engineering, the AD PAG, in collaboration with CIMdata, conducted extensive research to evaluate

This CIMdata educational webinar identifies the causes of integration roadblocks and offers actionable strategies to create a single logical source of truth. ANN ARBOR, Michigan, USA 15 January 2026—CIMdata, Inc., the leading global research, consulting, and education firm specializing in Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) and the digital transformation it enables, announces an upcoming free educational webinar, “Leveraging AI, Semantics, and Ontologies within your PLM Integration Strategy.” The webinar will take place on Thursday, 12 February 2026, at 11:00 a.m. (EST) and last for one hour. As product definitions become increasingly shared across diverse data sources, traditional integration methods are proving brittle and unscalable. This webinar explores how, by adopting a "single logical source of truth" built on semantic technologies and AI/machine learning, industrial organizations can move beyond the costly and error-prone process of manually bridging system gaps. The webinar will help attendees: Quantify the Impact: Identify and understand the business value of connecting data

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, USA 14 January 2026—CIMdata, Inc., the leading global research, consulting, and education firm specializing in Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) and the Digital Transformation it enables, today announced the launch of a new global research initiative, “AI in Product Development.” While Artificial Intelligence (AI) currently dominates industry conversations, industrial organizations are facing a critical data gap. Industrial organizations, as well as PLM software and service providers, currently lack neutral, fact-based data to understand how AI is being applied across the global and rapidly evolving PLM ecosystem. This absence of objective benchmarking makes it difficult for leaders to assess their progress, validate investment priorities, or build reliable, forward-looking digital strategies. In response, CIMdata is establishing the industry’s first authoritative baseline for AI adoption. The research focuses on the "front end" of the product lifecycle—from initial concept and design through simulation and manufacturing planning. Research Scope & Methodology: The study defines "AI" broadly

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, USA 12 January 2026—CIMdata, Inc., the leading global research, consulting, and education firm specializing in Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) and the Digital Transformation it enables, is pleased to announce the promotion of James Roche to Vice President, Aerospace & Defense Practice. Mr. Roche, who previously served as Director of the Aerospace & Defense Practice, has been instrumental in expanding CIMdata’s footprint within the global A&D community. In his new role, he will assume broader strategic responsibilities, overseeing the practice's growth and ensuring CIMdata continues to provide world-class insights into the complex requirements unique to the aerospace and defense sectors. “Jim’s deep industry expertise and his ability to navigate the complex challenges facing the aerospace and defense industry have been invaluable to CIMdata and our clients,” said Peter Bilello, President and CEO of CIMdata. “This promotion reflects both his personal contributions and the strategic importance of the A&D sector to

This PLM-focused event will take place in May. Ann Arbor, MI, USA 7 January 2026—CIMdata, Inc., the leading global PLM strategic management consulting and research firm, announces the theme and dates for the highly anticipated PLM Road Map & PDT 2026 North America conference. The event will take place at the Westfields Marriott in Chantilly, Virginia, USA, on May 6th and 7th. The theme for the 2026 conference is “AI in PLM: A Disruptive Opportunity and Challenge.” As Artificial Intelligence (AI) moves from an experimental technology to a core industrial requirement, the PLM professional faces a critical turning point. PLM Road Map & PDT North America 2026 will help organizations move beyond the hype by focusing on how to effectively absorb AI as a significant new value driver into the enterprise PLM roadmap. Our agenda will feature a curated blend of reports and case studies from industry experts, focusing on the interests of