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AMETEK, Inc. announced the appointment of Isabel S. Wells as Vice President, Information Technology and Chief Information Officer. "I am very pleased to welcome Isabel to AMETEK. Isabel brings more than 25 years of experience in technology leadership, with a proven track record of delivering innovative IT and digital transformation solutions to a diverse set of companies. We look forward to Isabel's leadership of our global Information Technology initiatives," commented David A. Zapico, AMETEK Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. Ms. Wells brings a wealth of experience to AMETEK, having most recently served as Chief Information Officer with Kimball Electronics. Prior to that, Ms. Wells held various roles of increasing responsibilities at Avery Dennison, KPMG and PA Consulting. Ms. Wells holds a Bachelor of Science degree in IT, Business Management and Languages from the University of York in the United Kingdom. To view the original press release, please click here. Search for AMETEK on CIMdata.com

Ansys and Concepts NREC have partnered to deliver an automated workflow that connects design tools with robust analysis tools for turbomachinery applications. Integrating CFX into AxCent enables designers to quickly evaluate machine performance with increased predictive accuracy — shortening design cycles and improving performance for applications including compressors, turbines, pumps, fans, and turbochargers.  Traditionally, turbomachinery engineers prepare preliminary blade designs in one software program and then perform detailed 3D analysis in a separate program, manually transferring data between the two. This continuous data exporting can cause massive time delays, require additional computational resources, and increase costs associated with production. The new technology integration enables Ansys customers using Concept NREC’s design tool to easily obtain machine performance results from the CFX solver within the same interface. The parameters are automatically created for all blade rows, while the physics setup can be defined in an uninterrupted workflow. This “one-click” approach to CFD simulation allows engineers to quickly

As a leading IT service provider, Bechtle AG has published its strategic stance on artificial intelligence (AI), reinforcing its ambition to actively shape the future of this key technology in Europe. The aim is to effectively integrate AI into customer projects, internal processes and the development of new solutions with Bechtle collaborating closely with its strategic vendor partners to stay at the forefront of new developments. In addition, Bechtle is expanding its membership in the Innovation Park Artificial Intelligence (IPAI) to drive the development and responsible application of AI. Bechtle’s positioning statement names four strategic areas of action—customers, the market, the company itself and society—which are all closely linked. “It’s our aim to responsibly and effectively harness the transformative power of AI to drive the success of our customers, including SMEs, large enterprises and public organisations,” says Dr Thomas Olemotz, CEO, Bechtle AG. Customers are, therefore, at the heart of the

Campfire Interactive ("Campfire"), a leading provider of enterprise software solutions for manufacturers and suppliers, is making strategic investments to further advance its technology and market leadership. With over $200 billion in revenue managed through its platform, Campfire is trusted by the world's largest global manufacturers. Customers depend on the Campfire platform to consolidate scattered data, apply advanced analytics, and increase automation across core business processes – like forecasting, quoting, and reporting. Campfire's solution enables customers to leverage the power of their own data (and external data feeds) to increase efficiency, throughput, and profitability. "We help manufacturers drive results in profitability, market share, and top-line growth," said Campfire President & CEO Dan Meyer. "Today's leading manufacturers have realized their ability to forecast accurately and quote profitably is a strategic imperative and can no longer be a spreadsheet exercise." Enterprise manufacturers have not kept pace with modern data management. Estimates suggest that around 60% of manufacturers continue to rely

IFS, the leading provider of enterprise cloud and Industrial AI software, announced a strategic partnership with Saudi Business Machines (SBM), a leading provider of end-to-end enterprise information technology solutions in Saudi Arabia. Together, IFS and SBM are making significant investments into expanding the already existing market footprint of IFS solutions in the kingdom that will create jobs and opportunities for local talent and enable Saudi enterprises to compete on a global scale using the latest and most advanced Industrial AI technology, IFS.ai. With SBM’s market experience in technology solutions across four decades and IFS’s industry depth and expertise in Industrial AI and enterprise software, the new partnership commits to uphold their shared values and commitment to delivering exceptional customer experiences and driving proven returns on investment. SBM will expand their IFS practice into Aerospace & Defense, Energy Utilities & Resources, Manufacturing, Construction & Engineering, Telecommunications, and Service industries and offer an

Materialise, a global leader in additive manufacturing (AM) software and service solutions, announced the opening of an Aerospace Competence Center in the Aerospace Innovation Hub in Delft. The city is a known aerospace powerhouse in Europe, and Materialise is the first AM company to establish its footprint in the hub.  “The opening of our new Aerospace Competence Center aligns with our commitment to support the aerospace industry through more than three decades of experience in additive manufacturing and software solutions, as well as our pioneering role in producing certified parts,” said Brigitte de Vet-Veithen, CEO of Materialise. “By joining this selective aerospace network, we can strengthen our capabilities, expand partnerships, and enable other aerospace leaders in this hub to accelerate innovation and explore new possibilities with AM.” Materialise is a pioneer and market leader in the development and production of 3D-printed parts used in the aerospace sector. The company has delivered more

Nano Dimension Ltd. (“Nano Dimension” or the “Company”), a supplier of Additive Manufacturing solutions, announced an update to its Board of Directors (the “Board”). Mr. David Stehlin is joining the Board effective immediately. Mr. Stehlin is an accomplished executive with extensive leadership experience in the technology sector where he has led strategic turnarounds, drove business growth, and ushered in technological advancements. He did this in his work at public and private high growth companies, including, the Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA), Spirent Communications, MRV Communications, Overture Networks, Ceterus Networks, Valo, and Antec. My. Stehlin holds a B.S. from the United States Naval Academy and an M.B.A. from National University. Mr. Kenneth Traub resigned from the Board effective immediately following his recent appointment as CEO and President of Comtech Telecommunications Corp., a global provider of next-gen telecommunication solutions.  Mr. Ofir Baharav, Chairman of the board of directors of Nano Dimension, shared: “We welcome David Stehlin to

HCLTech, a leading global technology company, has been elected as the newest member of the Responsible AI Institute (RAI Institute), a global and member-driven non-profit dedicated to enabling successful responsible AI efforts in organizations. This collaboration between HCLTech and RAI underscores the Institute's pivotal role in shaping the responsible development and implementation of AI technologies across industries. With a rich history of leadership in digital transformation and innovation, HCLTech brings extensive expertise in artificial intelligence and enterprise technology solutions to the Institute. HCLTech’s approach to responsible AI is rooted in its foundations of trust and social responsibility. Responsible AI foundations lead to sustainable and scalable AI solutions. Through HCLTech’s capabilities and collaboration with the RAI Institute, the company is further enabled to support clients through learning, best practices and partnership networks. Clients can benefit from HCLTech’s help in implementing responsible AI practices, containing risks and launching AI solutions that deliver maximum value. AI can

Siemens Digital Industries Software announced that it has signed an exclusive OEM agreement for its EDA business to bring Alphawave Semi’s portfolio of high-speed interconnect silicon IP to market through its sales channel. This includes Alphawave Semi’s industry-leading IP platforms for connectivity and memory protocols such as Ethernet, PCIe, CXL, HBM, and UCIe (Die-to-Die) implementations. Beyond the IP sales channel agreement, both companies will collaborate to deliver comprehensive Spec to Silicon Solutions by jointly engaging with customers and leveraging their respective capabilities and strengths. This agreement will accelerate customer access to Alphawave Semi’s AI-driven, advanced silicon IP platforms via Siemens’ expansive EDA global sales force. These solutions consist of complete silicon IP building blocks that customers can license and integrate into advanced system-on-chip (SoC) designs, including implementations of 3D-IC and chiplet-based technologies. The solutions are especially critical for customers in major technology growth markets such AI, autonomous vehicles, data networking, hyperscaling

STACK Construction Technologies, an industry-leading, cloud-based construction software platform, is pleased to announce the promotion of Ray DeZenzo to Chief Executive Officer. DeZenzo, who previously served as President, will lead the company’s continued expansion and technological innovation, further strengthening its impact on the construction industry. Phil Ogilby, STACK’s Founder and outgoing CEO, will transition to Chairman of the Board.  “Ray’s leadership has been instrumental in positioning STACK for sustained growth,” said Ogilby. “His strategic vision and operational expertise have helped to scale our business in new and exciting ways, and I have full confidence in his ability to drive the company forward.”  STACK’s leadership team has expanded significantly in the past year, with key hires Brian Steinart, Vice President of Product, and Michael Roy, Vice President of Sales, reinforcing the company’s ambitious growth trajectory. Since joining STACK in 2019, DeZenzo has overseen multiple acquisitions, secured additional growth capital, expanded the workforce by over 80 team members, and increased annual