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Computer Generated Solutions, Inc. (CGS), a global provider of software applications, enterprise learning, customer experience and business process outsourcing services, announced that John Samuel has been promoted to Chief Operating Officer (COO). The appointment reflects CGS’s continuing commitment to operational excellence within the company -- and in service to its blue-chip clients. Clients trust CGS to design, implement, and optimize core business functions, like learning and development, supply chain management, and customer service, allowing them to outpace their competition with greater focus on their own core competencies. "John's appointment to COO will mark an inflection point in CGS’s forty-one-year history," said Phil Friedman, CGS founder and CEO. "CGS was founded as a technology company and innovation has been core to our success over the years. Our clients trust us to deliver the right combinations of technology, people, and processes to drive their growth. John has a sure footing across all three

The Digital Twin Consortium® (DTC) published the Business Maturity Model white paper to guide organizations in designing and implementing digital twins that improve business outcomes. “Change in the digital age is happening at speed and with high frequency, creating disruptions that are difficult to identify,” said Dan Isaacs, GM & CTO of the DTC. “When companies take an ad-hoc approach to designing and implementing digital twins, it can lead to architectural inconsistencies, making it difficult to share data across business units and to establish an end-to-end view of business processes.” The Business Maturity Model can help organizations realize the value digital twins add to their business. The five stages of maturity are, in summary: Passive: Active and passive resistance to digitalization. Little or no digitization is found in many legacy projects. Starter: Passive observers of digital twins where there is some virtual and digital modeling. Their existence and value are recognized, but adoption does not yet seriously

inno-focus, a leading provider of consulting and software system integration for innovation and digitalization in the DACH region, and Plataine, a global leader in AI-powered manufacturing optimization solutions, are pleased to announce a partnership to expand brand awareness and drive growth across Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. With more than a decade of industry experience in system integration and customized software solutions from its own portfolio, inno-focus will offer manufacturers Plataine’s AI-powered solutions to take their customers to the next level. By joining forces with Plataine, inno-focus will broaden its existing portfolio of IIoT software and consulting, offering AI-powered digitalization and automation solutions to its customers in aerospace, automotive, and other manufacturing sectors. This partnership aligns with both companies’ shared goals to support manufacturing customers with advanced, AI-powered solutions that enhance efficiency, productivity, and sustainability. Plataine selected inno-focus for its strong reputation in the DACH region and deep-rooted industry knowledge in composites, aerospace, and automotive. inno-focus will

LTIMindtree, a global technology consulting and digital solutions company and Microsoft are joining forces to usher in a new era of Artificial Intelligence (AI) driven transformation. By leveraging LTIMindtree’s industry specific expertise and Microsoft’s cutting-edge AI technologies, global enterprises can now transition from experimentation to meaningful business outcomes. The partnership allows clients to fast-track the adoption of AI solutions and transform ambitious AI visions into actionable strategies. Microsoft and LTIMindtree will collaborate to create a joint go-to-market strategy and make joint investments in AI-powered solutions. At the heart of this partnership is LTIMindtree’s vision of “AI in Everything, Everything for AI, AI for Everyone”. This philosophy centers on making AI not just accessible, but actionable for businesses. Whether it’s enhancing customer experiences, optimizing operations, or enabling data-driven decisions, the focus is on embedding AI as a core business enabler that scales innovation. “This partnership with LTIMindtree highlights our dedication to work with

Ansys has been awarded a contract to supply digital engineering solutions to the Microelectronics Commons to advance national security. The Commons network will have access to nearly 90% of the Ansys simulation suite, including industry-leading semiconductor, electronics, and photonics products to drive the next wave of microelectronics innovation. This effort will be funded through the CHES program in coordination with government and industry partners and will be executed by The Midwest Microelectronics Consortium (MMEC). The Commons, supported by the Department of Defense, leads a national effort to lower barriers to manufacturing facilities for researchers and innovators. Ansys will join academic institutions, government organizations, and public and private companies poised to reinvigorate the domestic ME supply chain. By providing critical technology and expertise, Ansys will help researchers design chips that are predictively accurate, secure, and reliable. To help elevate the domestic microelectronics landscape and bolster the widespread adoption of simulation, Ansys will provide the Ansys

Atos, a global leader in digital transformation, high-performance computing and information technology infrastructure, announces it has been entrusted by EUROCONTROL to continue supporting its mission critical services for European Airspace Management & Aviation.  EUROCONTROL is a pan-European, civil-military organization dedicated to supporting a more efficient, more cost-effective European aviation with minimal environmental impact. Its activities touch on operations, service provision, concept development, research, Europe-wide project implementation, performance improvements, coordination with key aviation players at various levels as well as providing support to the future evolution and strategic orientations of aviation.  A leader in infrastructure managed services and European leader in managed security services, Atos has a strong track record in collaborating with EUROCONTROL, with a partnership that has been extended in various fields for over 10 years. This contract extension reflects the mutual trust and confidence between the two organisations and serves as a testament to the expertise of professionals managing EUROCONTROL’s most

Cadmatic is pleased to announce a new collaboration with Fortum Heating and Cooling in Finland to support the digital transformation of their energy solutions. As part of Fortum’s Asset 360 project, Cadmatic’s digital twin software, CADMATIC eShare, plays a crucial role in enhancing the quality and accessibility of technical data across Fortum's extensive energy infrastructure. According to Harri Ranta, Technical Manager of Fortum, “Accurate, accessible data is essential for safety, maintenance, usability, and timely investments.” With a large setup that includes 30 production units, a 900 km district heating network, and 70,000 pieces of equipment, CADMATIC eShare is designed to handle complex environments like Fortum’s. The software’s flexibility makes it ideal for: Predictive Maintenance: Using real-time data to prevent problems. Maintenance Planning: Making the best use of resources. Documentation Management: Providing quick and easy access to important information. 3D Visualization: Giving clearer insights into equipment through visual models. This collaboration represents a significant step forward in utilizing digital twin technology for more efficient,

Centric Software® is pleased to announce that Free Fly Apparel has selected Centric PLM™ to drive go-to-market innovation and value creation. 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. Free Fly Apparel was founded in 2011 and is based in Charleston, South Carolina. A family-owned business, the idea was born while Tanner Sutton was working as a fly-fishing guide and wanted a comfortable, natural, performance shirt. After years of research, the right fabric for the first product—a lightweight hoodie—was found. It is a bamboo blend that ticked all the boxes. Today, the line includes clothing for men, women and children and covers fly-fishing, surfing, sun protection and outdoor casual. Free

OpenBOM, a leading provider of cloud-based PDM and PLM software, helps manufacturing companies manage their digital product information, organizing bills of materials and parts, inventories, and managing the digital thread of information across the value chain connecting OEMs, contractors, and suppliers is excited to share our success stories across multiple dimensions of our business – commercial customers, educational institution and business partnership. At OpenBOM, we deeply value the trust and creativity of our customers and partners. Every organization that uses OpenBOM brings unique challenges, perspectives, and achievements—and we’re proud to be part of their success. This month, we’re excited to spotlight three remarkable stories that demonstrate the transformative impact of OpenBOM across diverse industries and applications. “We’re incredibly inspired by the success of our customers and partners,” said Oleg Shilovitsky, CEO and Co-Founder of OpenBOM. “One thing that connects them all is OpenBOM’s commitment to prioritizing the user experience and customer relationships.” Xtend

Flexxbotics, delivering digital solutions for robot-driven manufacturing at scale, announced that Precision Metal Industries, a premier manufacturer specializing in precision sheet metal products, precision machining and complex mechanical or electromechanical assemblies, has selected Flexxbotics for advanced robotic machine tending to enable robot-driven manufacturing with autonomous process control in multi-machine processes for greater unattended operation, increased capacity, and even higher yields. With Flexxbotics, Precision Metal Industries achieves a cellularized setup with a single robot managing multiple factory machines including a Haas vertical machining center with tool breakage sensors, Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) for in-line inspection along with deburring and cleaning blow-off stations. By increasing per shift throughput productivity and running an additional ‘lights-out’ shift each day, an overall production capacity increase of 125% is achieved with a 17:1 machine-to-man ratio. Flexxbotics solution seamlessly connects the robot to each piece of equipment, coordinating the work so the robot has command and control of the machines in