Industry Summary Articles

A Flexible Approach to PLM

Rolf Hüsemann, Manager, Engineering Systems & PLM, GETRAG FORD Transmissions

GETRAG's experience with PLM over time led to an interesting, non-traditional PLM implementation extending to multiple technical disciplines including mechanical, electronic, and software. A pragmatic approach to implement the PLM functionality was developed to support the dynamic environment GETRAG operates in. User and enterprise benefits have been delivered quickly with minimal process disruption. High user acceptance and flexibility of the solution have been achieved.

Model-Based Systems Engineering and PLM

Dr. Nicholas (Nick) Bell, CIO, Global Product Development, Information Technology, General Motors

The challenges in the automobile business are ever increasing with more stringent emissions and fuel economy targets combined with more and more conveniences for our customers. Accelerated development of these complex systems requires improved PLM and its virtual capabilities. PLM will accelerate product development when it enables well managed model-based systems engineering. GM needs our key suppliers in PLM, virtual engineering, and embedded systems development to integrate their solutions well. The systems engineers of the future need realistic, virtual models which can evolve as knowledge...

Global Product Development & the CAE Challenge

Dan Mekker, Manager, Gas Turbine Design Integrity, Siemens Energy

Understanding the demands of modern day global product development and realization from a design and simulation perspective, "The CAE challenge". Challenges include support for a global workforce and design anywhere philosophy; customer expectation for timely trusted innovative products; and advanced “model centric” engineered solutions. This presentation is a best belief guide, focusing on strategy and methodologies for lean product development (design, simulation, and manufacture) processes, advanced robust design methods, knowledge management, and transparency of information across end-to-end business processes. A gas turbine power generation machinery provider...

The Volvo Journey

Anders Carlsson, Senior Advisor - Virtual Manufacturing & PLM, Volvo Car Corporation

Since its sale by Ford Motor Company to Geely Automobile in 2010 Volvo Cars has been a stand-alone company. So how does a global brand with only 0.5% of world market share stay competitive? This presentation will take a look at how Volvo intends to fulfill its vision of selling 800,000 cars per year by 2020 - an increase of nearly 100% over current sales. Volvo’s future is about getting as much product to market as quickly as possible and to achieve this goal Volvo’s plans call...

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Location: Asia-Pacific Region, preferably Japan

The Market Research Analyst - Asia-Pacific Region supports CIMdata’s globally recognized PLM research group in the execution of CIMdata's annual research programs primarily focusing on activities in Japan, China, India, and South Korea.

Primary Responsibilities

• Data collection, entry, analysis, and reporting in table/chart format
• Support for other research topics
• Business development tasks
• Support for Knowledge Council research
• Support for CIMdata events as required

Job Requirements

Bachelor's degree, advanced degree preferred.

Professional Experience

• 3-5 years experience in Market Research environment or equivalent industry experience in the Asia-Pacific market.

Key Competencies

• Strong analytic and critical thinking skills
• Excellent communication and presentation skills in English, Japanese, and other...

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Location: Flexible

CIMdata’s Lead Consultants for Solution Providers are the consultants assigned to CIMdata’s PLM Solution Provider accounts. They take care of day-to-date client service responsibilities.

Primary Responsibilities

• Identifies services to be provided and communicates these to the Account Manager
• Works with the Account Manager to support the development of account specific strategies and plans
• Reviews client needs with the Account Manager to ensure they can be supported
• Assists in drafting client proposals and cost models
• Reviews and approves client proposals and cost models to ensure appropriateness for the client
• Technical contact for the client
• Communicates and collaborates with the Account Manager to ensure...

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Location: Flexible

CIMdata’s Senior Consultants are assigned to a specific project and are responsible for the day-to-day interaction with the client once the project commences

Primary Responsibilities

• Day-to-day interaction with the clients
• Support the development of project deliverables
• Identify additional services that would be of benefit to the client

Job Requirements

Bachelor's degree required. Advanced degree preferred.

Travel 30 to 50%

Professional Experience

• 12+ years total experience
• 3-5 years experience with a consulting firm
• Knowledge of PLM industry
• Proven project management skills

Key Competencies

• Ability to analyze complex problems
• Aptitude for critical thinking
• Ability to travel
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Ability to manage complex client relationships
• Ability to work in an highly...

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Location: Flexible

CIMdata’s Project Managers are assigned to manage the delivery of a specific project. They are responsible for the overall management of a project in conjunction with client project leads.

Primary Responsibilities

• Day-to-day interaction with clients
• Manages and coordinates project resources and schedules
• Works with client and Account Manager to define and incorporate scope changes into the statement of work
• Coordinates and submits all project deliverables on time and budget
• Ensuring that the client’s expectations are set and met or exceeded
• Identifies additional services to be provided and communicate these to the appropriate Account Manager
• Communicates and collaborates with the Account Manager to ensure...