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Trimble® announced the launch of Trimble Materials, an end-to-end purchasing, inventory and accounts payable software solution. It is designed to help contractors gain control over material costs with enhanced budget and inventory tracking. Through its office and mobile applications, the solution connects the office, field teams, warehouse teams and suppliers to centralize and streamline the contractor's entire purchasing and materials management process. "Managing numerous material orders from various suppliers amidst volatile pricing and availability presents significant challenges in the construction sector," stated Lawrence Smith, vice president and general manager of construction management solutions at Trimble. "Trimble Materials offers a cohesive solution by connecting material ordering, inventory and accounting, which is especially valuable in the face of potential changes in tariff policy. This digital streamlining empowers contractors to mitigate risks, control costs and gain a competitive edge in an evolving economic landscape." Connected Construction Ecosystem Trimble Materials integrates with Trimble ERP solutions, including Viewpoint® Spectrum® and Viewpoint VistaTM to

 PDF Driving Environmental Sustainability with CONTACT Software Key Takeaways Embedding sustainability in PLM enables the integration of environmental factors into lifecycle activities, including Product Carbon Footprint (PCF), along with sustainability-related material and supplier data, supporting informed decision-making and ensuring regulatory compliance. CONTACT Software enables the aggregation of CO₂-equivalent (CO₂eq) emissions using PLM data across development phases while supporting variant management and PCF calculations. It integrates sustainability-related materials data to provide a transparent view of cost and environmental impact. CONTACT Software enables strategic procurement, resulting in better decision-making by seamlessly integrating supplier data with environmental declarations via PCF data. CONTACT Software provides a comprehensive energy management solution that helps reduce environmental impact and improve efficiency by monitoring and optimizing energy consumption throughout production processes. Introduction Climate change is no longer a distant threat. It is a present reality. In 2024, the average global surface temperature reached a staggering 1.55°C above the pre-industrial baseline (1850–1900), the warmest on record, pushing

Siemens Digital Industries Software announced that it has entered into an agreement to acquire Excellicon. This will bring Excellicon’s best-in-class software for the development, verification, and management of timing constraints to Siemens’ EDA portfolio of software for IC design. The planned acquisition enables Siemens to deliver an innovative approach to both implementation and verification flows -enabling System-on-a-Chip (SoC) designers to improve power, performance and area (PPA), accelerate design closure, enhance functional and structural constraint correctness, improve productivity and address key gaps in the current workflows. The SoC design landscape is rapidly evolving, driven in part by growing design complexity. Timing constraints management is required throughout the design process to meet power, performance, area and time-to-market requirements. “Effective timing constraints management is crucial for the overall success of semiconductor system-on-chip designs,” said Mike Ellow, CEO, Siemens EDA, Siemens Digital Industries Software. “Excellicon’s constraint verification and management solution complements Siemens’ existing EDA offerings and

We are excited to announce that pSeven will be participating in the upcoming NAFEMS World Congress 2025, that will be held on May 19-22, 2025, in Salzburg, Austria! This outstanding event will bring together industry leaders, researchers, and professionals dedicated to advancing engineering simulation and analysis. The NAFEMS World Congress serves as a global platform for sharing knowledge, inspiring innovation, and fostering collaboration in the field of engineering simulation. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with experts, explore the latest technologies, and discuss the future of industry. Over 300 technical presentations in 80 dedicated presentation sessions, a range of enlightening training courses and workshops, the largest and most comprehensive hardware and software exhibition dedicated to simulation, panel discussions with NAFEMS Technical Groups, giving you an opportunity to get more involved with the community, and more. It's all about NAFEMS World Congress 2025. At this year's congress, we are proud to present two

Hitachi Digital Services, the digital consultancy and technology services subsidiary of Hitachi, Ltd., announced a five-year agreement with Envista Holdings Corporation (“Envista”), a global leader in dental care, to deliver end-to-end IT managed services across Envista’s operations in more than 60 countries. Following a highly competitive tendering process, Envista selected Hitachi Digital Services as its strategic IT partner to support its digital transformation and operational efficiency goals. Under this agreement, Hitachi Digital Services will provide 24/7 global IT services—including application support, network infrastructure, analytics and business intelligence, and cybersecurity—through its global delivery centers in India, Mexico, Portugal, the U.S. and Vietnam. “As Envista continues to scale globally and innovate across our family of dental brands, having a reliable, forward-thinking IT partner is critical to our success,” said Andrew Chen, Chief Information Officer at Envista. “Hitachi’s way of doing business aligns well with our commitment to continuous improvement through the Envista Business System (EBS).” EBS is

Centric Software® announces that French group JAJ – creator, manufacturer and exclusive distributor for Schott NYC in Europe and worldwide license holder for Rivieras—has successfully deployed its Product Lifecycle Management solution, Centric PLM™, within scope and on budget. JAJ Group’s adoption of Centric PLM demonstrates its commitment to modernizing business processes to increase operational efficiency and strengthen its leadership position in a highly dynamic textile sector. Centric Software provides the most innovative enterprise solutions to plan, design, develop, source, buy, make, price, allocate, sell and replenish products in fashion, 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. Schott NYC offers a range of affordable men’s, women’s and children’s ready-to-wear clothing inspired by US military styles, as well as footwear and stationery items. Schott NYC licensed its European business to JAJ Group in the 1970s. With

OpenText™ announced that Schwartauer Werke, a leading German food supplier with over 1,000 employees, has chosen OpenText™ B2B Integration Essentials to modernize its electronic data interchange (EDI) processes and strategically position itself for future growth in an increasingly complex supply chain environment. Schwartauer Werke, a pioneer in the food manufacturing and food retail supply industries for more than 135 years, faced an urgent challenge when its previous EDI vendor was acquired and subsequently abruptly terminated services. Recognizing the critical role of a robust and agile supply chain in maintaining its competitive edge, Schwartauer Werke took this opportunity to find a reputable and established provider and chose OpenText. In working together, OpenText will help Schwartauer Werke meet and exceed large buyer and vendor requirements and expectations for document exchange to help it keep pace with competition and continue its decades of growth. Suppliers like Schwartauer Werke are facing severe headwinds from many directions, including evolving

The latest version of Cadmatic software (2025H1)) is absolutely packed with exciting new features. We've made designers' lives easier and elevated the user experience to a whole new level! Top Picks – what we are most excited about in 2025H1! Outfitting/3D Plant Design Faster, easier duct routing: The duct routing interface now mirrors the look and feel of pipe routing, making it easier to learn and quicker to use. It’s a more intuitive experience from the start. STEP hierarchy support – both ways: STEP file workflows just got more powerful. You can now import STEP files with hierarchy intact – and open the original file from the property pane for context. Exporting to STEP is also possible, including scheduled exports, streamlining collaboration across tools and teams. Expanded CAD format support for easier collaboration: The Cadmatic Simplifier now supports a wide range of new 3D formats – including SAT, Parasolid, CATIA V5, SolidWorks, Inventor, and Solid

IMSI® Design, a leader in CAD software solutions, is excited to announce the launch of TurboCAD® 2025, a transformative release that redefines precision, productivity, and creativity in computer-aided design. With over 70 new features and improvements, TurboCAD® 2025 equips professionals and designers with tools to tackle projects efficiently.  Performance, User Interface & Usability TurboCAD® 2025 introduces Smartly Organized Workspaces, organizing tools into dedicated environments tailored to specific tasks. Whether drafting technical drawings, modeling complex 3D designs, or creating architectural blueprints, TurboCAD®’s pre-configured workspaces ensure optimal tool availability, minimizing setup time and maximizing productivity. The Redesigned Start Page offers workspace selection, professional templates, theme customization, and instant previews of recent files. The Command Finder enables quick tool searches and direct command execution, reducing navigation time while keeping essential functions accessible. AI-Powered Features The optional TurboCAD® Copilot Professional plug-in introduces new AI-driven tools to enhance rendering workflows, provide deeper design insights, and facilitate part creation. The Rendering Scene Analysis tool delivers detailed scene insights, including inventories, material properties, light sources, and other

Simulations Plus, Inc. (“Simulations Plus”), a leading provider of cheminformatics, biosimulation, simulation-enabled performance and intelligence solutions, and medical communications to the biopharma industry, announced the release of DILIsym ® 11, the latest version of its flagship quantitative systems toxicology (QST) platform. “Advancing toxicology research and improving the prediction of drug-induced liver injury (DILI) are essential to developing safer treatments,” said Shawn O’Connor, Chief Executive Officer of Simulations Plus. “DILIsym continues to set the standard by enabling researchers to assess potential liver safety risks, as well as explore dosing strategies that optimize patient safety. We are proud to support innovation that directly impacts patient health and drug development success.” “The addition of pediatric representation is an important milestone in predictive toxicology,” said Dr. Scott Q. Siler, Chief Scientific Officer of QSP Solutions of Simulations Plus. “By advancing the evaluation of potential liver safety risks in children, DILIsym 11 will support the development of safer and