CIMdata Blog

In this article, published by Engineering.com, CIMdata’s President & CEO, Peter Bilello, reflects on key takeaways from the recent PLM Road Map & PDT North America conference, cautioning that organizations may be advancing into digital transformation too hastily. The discussion highlights that, despite rapid adoption, foundational understanding—particularly around Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), digital twins, digital threads, and robust data governance—remains insufficient. The article emphasizes that genuine digital transformation requires more than just deploying technology. It demands executive sponsorship, organizational change management, workforce alignment, interoperability standards, and a holistic integration of PLM across the full lifecycle. Only by addressing these structural and cultural elements, he argues, can organizations fully leverage digital tools and avoid superficial or unsustainable initiatives. Read the full article here. The next PLM Road Map & PDT conference is set for 5 & 6 November in Paris, France. To view the original article, please click here.

Tata Technologies, a global product engineering and digital services company, today announced that it has been selected as a strategic supplier by Volvo Cars – a milestone that reinforces Tata Technologies commitment towards #EngineeringASoftwareDefinedFuture by innovating smarter, safer, and more sustainable solutions for global automotive companies. Volvo Cars, renowned for pioneering automotive safety and sustainability, is reimagining mobility through electrification, software-defined vehicle (SDV) platforms, and intelligent in-car experiences. It has set out to shape the future of mobility with strong ambitions for sustainable growth, as it seeks to offer clients the freedom to move in a personal, sustainable and safe way.Tata Technologies, a global product engineering and digital services company, today announced that it has been selected as a strategic supplier by Volvo Cars – a milestone that reinforces Tata Technologies commitment towards #EngineeringASoftwareDefinedFuture by innovating smarter, safer, and more sustainable solutions for global automotive companies. Volvo Cars, renowned for pioneering

Historic German Outdoor Apparel Brand Adopts Centric PLM to Drive Sustainable Future Growth Centric Software® is pleased to announce that Schöffel has selected Centric PLM™ to optimize business performance and propel strategic growth. Centric Software provides the most innovative enterprise solutions to plan, design, develop, source, buy, make, price, allocate, sell and replenish products such as fashion, outdoor, luxury, footwear, outdoor, home and related goods like cosmetics & personal care as well as multi-category retail to achieve strategic and operational digital transformation goals. Founded in 1804, Schöffel is a family-owned company now led by its eighth-generation CEO, Jakob Schöffel. The brand, headquartered in Schwabmünchen, Germany, employs approximately 220 people and generates an annual revenue of around €100 million. Schöffel offers high-quality outdoor, ski, and bike apparel as well as technical and workwear across three key segments: Schöffel SPORT, TEC and PRO. Schöffel products are available through various retail channels, including specialty stores, online platforms, and

HCLTech, a leading global technology company, announced that it has been selected by Just Energy, a leading US-based energy supply company, to enhance Just Energy's operations and customer experience. HCLTech will leverage its integrated Digital Process Outsourcing solutions suite and GenAI platform AI Force to enhance operational efficiency across Just Energy's IT, finance, analytics, customer care, sales and renewals functions. HCLTech will also deploy digitalCOLLEAGUE, its comprehensive and role-specific single-UI platform and Toscona, its business process optimization suite, to improve workforce collaboration and business process management. "We are confident that HCLTech's proven expertise and commitment to service excellence will help us achieve our key business objectives relating to operational efficiency and service improvements," said Scott Fordham, Chief Operating Officer of Just Energy. "We are excited to join Just Energy on their journey to boost operational efficiency and enhance the customer experience. By combining our expertise in GenAI and digital process outsourcing, HCLTech will contribute significantly to Just Energy's innovation strategy and customer satisfaction," said Ajay Bahl, Chief

The company has been an aPriori customer for more than a decade and has expanded its contract term and the value-added services aPriori provides. Although the company has been a happy customer for more than 10 years, the aPriori team recognized that there was still a significant opportunity for growth. The aPriori team reached out to: Engage its centralized electric team of over 500 engineers, which was not utilizing aPriori prior to this renewal round Help break down design engineering team siloes, fostering greater communication and collaboration to innovate better and more efficiently (We) Entirely rely on aPriori. We could not do our job without this software. If it turned off for a day, we would be at a huge loss.  The company’s federal team The company’s aircraft and avionics products, including auxiliary power units, are used by commercial, defense, and space aircraft worldwide. Underscoring the power of aPriori, one of the design teams reached

NTT DATA, a global leader in digital business and technology services, announces today it has joined the World Business Council For Sustainable Development (WBCSD). Through its membership in WBCSD, NTT DATA will contribute to several key initiatives across the organization. In the Climate Action Working Group, the company aims to support the development and implementation of solutions that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and foster climate resilience, while sharing its expertise in AI and data analytics to help other members accelerate their net-zero transitions. In the Nature Action Working Group, NTT DATA will apply its digital engineering capabilities to develop tools that protect natural ecosystems, promote sustainable resource management, and restore biodiversity. Additionally, the company will participate in the Circularity Product and Material Working Group, contributing to frameworks such as the Global Circularity Protocol and championing circular economy principles in product design, material use, and supply chain sustainability. We are pleased to join WBCSD,

Bechtle AG has received official confirmation from the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) that its short and medium-term emissions reduction targets meet the initiative’s criteria. The IT service provider’s submitted targets have, therefore, been validated in accordance with climate science-based standards. By signing the SBTi net-zero commitment letter, Bechtle also underscores its long-term commitment to climate protection and sustainability. The declared goal is to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050 at the latest. The SBTi is a joint initiative by the global non-profit Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), UN Global Compact, World Resources Institute (WRI) and the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) to support organisations in achieving emission reduction targets in line with the latest climate science. A key foundation of this work is the Paris Agreement, under which the signatory states committed to limiting global warming to 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels. Bechtle’s reduction targets submitted to the SBTi are aligned with

Carlson and Aptella mark 10 years of partnership, delivering tailored, supported machine guidance solutions across Australia, New Zealand and Southeast Asia. Carlson machine guidance solutions are designed for applications in mining, landfill, quarrying, dredging and solar. Aptella provides the experience and on-site support to implement the technology within industry. What truly makes this partnership special however, is Carlson’s flexibility with its technology and trust in Aptella’s feedback to advance their technology even further, delivering customized solutions for client-specific needs or whole of industry improvements.“The success of the partnership has been based on shared values and a strong commitment to exceptional customer service,” says Andrew Granger, Executive Manager – Mining at Aptella. “A key benefit for our customers is Carlson embracing the opportunity to further innovate its technology based on real-world, application-based feedback to ensure its fit for purpose.”The flexibility of Carlson’s solutions coupled with the expertise in implementation and support from Aptella

Jotne Connect, a subsidiary of the Jotne Group and a global leader in standards-based engineering data solutions, is proud to announce the launch of a new Artificial Intelligence (AI) unit to drive next-generation innovation in Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), and Digital Twin.  The division will be led by renowned academic and industrial researcher Dr. Aditya Gupta, bringing strategic insight and deep domain expertise to this initiative. With over three decades of experience delivering robust interoperability solutions based on international standards like ISO 10303 (STEP), Jotne Connect is trusted by aeronautics, space, defence and manufacturing leaders for long-term archiving, data traceability, and digital continuity. The company’s software platforms enable organizations to manage complex engineering data from concept through decommissioning—supporting a full digital thread. Revolutionizing PLM and Digital Twin The AI unit will also embed intelligence into Jotne Connect’s PLM and SDM solutions by enabling: Automated classification, search, and reuse of engineering and simulation assets AI driven LLM models for intuitive querying

Tata Consultancy Services, a global leader in IT services, consulting, and business solutions, has partnered with the Council of Europe Development Bank (CEB), to modernize its operations and drive greater efficiency. As part of this collaboration, TCS will deploy TCS BaNCSTM for Reconciliations to help the bank streamline complex transactions and automate key reconciliation processes using artificial intelligence and automation. With the implementation of TCS BaNCS for Reconciliations, the CEB will be able to automate the entire reconciliation lifecycle—from transaction matching and exception handling to investigation and reporting. The product will provide real-time visibility and greater transparency, while reducing manual effort and turnaround times. Its integration with the bank’s core systems will allow for better control and faster daily reconciliations. The Bank will also be equipped with the tools needed to automate critical tasks such as file loading, extraction of PDF statements, and reconciliations for unmatched entries. Headquartered in Paris, the CEB is a social