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Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA 26 February 2025—CIMdata, Inc., the leading global research, consulting, and education firm specializing in Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) and its Digital Transformation, announces that its Principal Consultant, Tom Gill, will participate in a webinar, “Delivering Technical Content at Scale - Extending the Digital Thread.” The webinar, sponsored by Oberon, takes place on Wednesday, 19 March, at 1:00 PM EDT. Developing a product is challenging, and it is even more difficult to launch and sustain it effectively. Join industry leaders from Oberon and CIMdata as they discuss ways to better distribute product information and improve product adoption and satisfaction. In his presentation, Tom Gill will explore the challenges and opportunities manufacturers face to improve technical content delivery in the extended digital thread. Members of the Oberon team will share what manufacturers are doing to improve easy access to product installation, operation, manufacturing, and service information that is part of the

In late January, CIMdata and the Aerospace and Defense Action Group hosted a webinar featuring Thomas Barré of Airbus about the creation of a common language for the A&D industry OEMs to store and query data. Jessica Zimmer wrote an article for engineering.com about the webinar. She says, “The creation of a common language to store and query data for the aerospace and defense (A&D) industry is underway, with original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) like Airbus and Boeing set to benefit from widely recognized and accepted terms for parts and operations.” To read the full article please visit: https://www.engineering.com/a-unified-language-for-aerospace-defense-and-more-how-shared-tags-benefit-manufacturers/ To watch a replay of the webinar please visit: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/392862544940730457 To view the original press release, please click here. Search for engineering.com on CIMdata.com

CGI has completed its previously announced acquisition of BJSS, a leading UK-based technology and engineering consultancy. The acquisition aligns with CGI’s strategy to expand its consulting-led services and drive innovation in cloud, AI, data analytics, and software engineering for commercial and public sector clients. “We are really pleased to welcome all of the new joiners from BJSS, whose deep expertise in digital engineering enhances CGI’s collective ability to deliver industry-leading technology solutions and advisory services to clients across the UK,” said Tara McGeehan, President, CGI UK & Australia. “With the integration of BJSS’s deep technical expertise and strong market presence, CGI continues to strengthen its ability to help clients navigate complex digital transformations, accelerate innovation and achieve measurable outcomes aligned with their strategic goals.” BJSS’s 2,400 professionals will bring complementary skills and experience to CGI’s global network of 91,000 consultants and professionals, bringing the number of CGI employees located in the UK

Dassault Systèmes announced that its subsidiary Centric Software, the Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) market leader, has signed an agreement to acquire Contentserv, a leading provider of product information management (PIM) and product experience management (PXM) solutions for an enterprise value of €220 million. Centric Software provides the most innovative enterprise solutions to plan, design, develop, source, price and sell products such as apparel, fashion, home, footwear, sporting goods, consumer electronics, cosmetics, food & beverage and luxury to achieve strategic and operational digital transformation goals. Founded in Germany in 2000, Contentserv enables fast-moving consumer goods and other companies to create and manage product content intuitively and effectively by means of AI to optimize consumer experiences across all digital sales channels. With Contentserv solutions, retailers, brands and manufacturers are able to execute strategies such as more or simply better product offers, regions and sales channels for increased product sell-through. With over 1600 customers in 90

Altair, a global leader in computational intelligence, has been selected to join the Piedmont Aerospace Cluster. As a member, Altair will contribute to several of the Cluster’s innovative projects and strategic initiatives. In aerospace, supply chains play a crucial role, as optimizing them requires companies with deep knowledge of the processes and methods of a highly regulated, quality-driven industry. As one of the world's leading providers of technologies for the digitalization of engineering, testing, manufacturing, and maintenance, Altair will benefit the Cluster by providing indispensable tools and expertise for digital engineering and the application of artificial intelligence (AI) for the development, production, and maintenance of aircraft and subsystems.  “Altair has deep roots within Piedmont and Turin, where we have had our Italian headquarters for more than 20 years. Throughout that time, we have established close relationships with the world’s leading aerospace companies,” said Pietro Cervellera, senior vice president of aerospace and defense, Altair. “Joining the

Karoliina Allenius will leave her position as CFO and continue her career outside Roima. After five years and successful elapse of Intera’s investment period at Roima, it is a natural time to continue with new challenges ahead. Karoliina’s last working day at Roima was Friday 21st February. Martin Wagner has started as CFO and Roima leadership team member on Monday 24th February. Martin has a strong background in software and private equity backed companies including Siteimprove and Microsoft. ”I am excited to join Roima, a strong international growth company. I look forward to meeting many Roimians in the following days.”, says Martin. We warmly welcome Martin to Roima-team! To view the original press release, please click here. Search for Roima Intelligence on CIMdata.com

Emerson, an industrial technology leader delivering advanced automation solutions, and Zitara Technologies, a leader in advanced battery management software, announced they have formed a strategic partnership. This collaboration will integrate Zitara's cutting-edge software into Emerson's industry-leading Ovation™ automation platform, enhancing its capabilities and offering customers improved battery performance and monitoring solutions.  By incorporating Zitara's advanced battery energy storage systems edge monitoring and control software into its Ovation automation platform, Emerson can now offer customers enhanced energy storage management, optimized battery usage, and improved battery lifetime and safety across various applications.  "Zitara's innovative approach to battery management aligns perfectly with our vision for Emerson’s Ovation automation platform," said Bob Yeager, president of Emerson’s power and water business. "By partnering with Zitara, we are expanding our energy storage technology offerings and service capabilities, ensuring that our customers have access to the latest advancements in battery storage management for accurate state of charge and health conditions,

IFS, the leading provider of enterprise cloud and Industrial AI software, has welcomed Matt Breslin as the newly appointed President, North America. Breslin joins from Upland Software, a global software company based in the US, where he held the position of Chief Revenue Officer and led global go-to-market functions, including Sales, Marketing, Strategic Alliances, and Customer Success. As President, North America, Breslin will bring his extensive enterprise software leadership experience to help propel IFS forward as it leads the Industrial AI revolution in key markets. Breslin’s primary focus will be leading the North American team in achieving IFS’s next phase of industry-beating growth across core industries in the region: Manufacturing, Energy, Utilities & Resources, Aerospace & Defense, Construction & Engineering, Service, and Telecommunications. Breslin will be at the helm of driving Industrial AI and cloud adoption across new and existing customers in North America, working with them to power their business transformation

PROLIM, a global leader in digital transformation solutions, is pleased to announce the appointment of Nathan Rajen as Chief Technology Officer (CTO). With over 30 years of experience in leading technology, strategy, and innovation across Fortune 100 corporations and consulting firms, Nathan will spearhead PROLIM’s technology vision, driving product innovation, operational excellence, and strategic growth. Nathan is a distinguished technology leader with a proven track record of leveraging AI, ML, IoT, PLM, ERP, MES, IIoT, Big Data, and Cybersecurity to drive transformative enterprise initiatives. Throughout his career, he has successfully led digital transformation and enterprise solutions at renowned companies such as Ford Motor Company, Hewlett Packard Inc., General Motors Corporation, Tech Mahindra, Siemens Information Systems, and Joyson Safety Systems. Beyond corporate leadership, Nathan also serves as an Advisory Board Member for technology executives and AI startups in Biotech, Cybersecurity, and Enterprise Collaboration, further solidifying his expertise in shaping the future of digital

Siemens Digital Industries Software announced that it is collaborating with the University of Michigan (U-M) Center for Academic Innovation to increase industrial adoption of additive manufacturing and prepare the next-generation workforce by creating ‘Introduction to 3D Printing with Metals,’ a new Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) that provides an open, accessible resource to professionals, hobbyists and students alike. Siemens worked with Chinedum Okwudire, professor of mechanical engineering at U-M, and Dr. Nathaniel Wood to design the course. It provides essential information about methods of printing using metals, how they work, their advantages and limitations, and most importantly, their practical applications. “Metals additive manufacturing has huge potential to revolutionize how products are delivered, enabling freedom of form and mass customization at an industrial scale. To realize that potential, industry needs a workforce that is knowledgeable about all aspects of the processes, how best to implement them to solve real engineering challenges and avoid