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openBoM, the world’s first cloud BOM management tool specifically designed to help manufacturing companies manage and track BOMs across organizational and geographic boundaries, is now available as an app seamlessly integrated within the Onshape environment, the world’s first full cloud CAD solution. openBoM addresses the pain of data handover between design environments (CAD) and engineering environments (BOM). Onshape users now have a means to improve processes linking design and engineering by having direct access to a flexible BOM management and collaboration tool built directly into their design environment. Moreover, openBoM’s unique collaborative capabilities and integration with other MCAD and ECAD systems expands Onshape BOM management and enables multidisciplinary BOM support and integration with suppliers and contract manufacturers. Available now in the Onshape App Store as an integrated app, openBoM provides Onshape users in addition to it’s unique BOM management and collaboration features, the following:  Ability to create a shareable BOM within

Viewpoint Construction Software® is pleased to announce that Nova Group, Inc., a long time customer, has increased its investment in Viewpoint by purchasing Vista™ by Viewpoint. Nova Group is a general engineering contractor and specialist in building aircraft fueling systems and marine facilities for the U.S. Department of Defense. The company has a project porfolio that stretches throughout more than 30 of the United States, as well as internationally in Canada, Guam, Israel, Qatar and Diego Garcia. Nova Group’s existing ERP was being discontinued, and with a growing portfolio of projects across the globe, the organization needed to find a flexible, scalable and integrated ERP. “We were already finding value in using Viewpoint’s Content Management, so it was natural to consider Vista when exploring a new ERP solution. Viewpoint demonstrated superior functionality and the ability to easily adapt to many of our existing processes without expensive customization nor dependence on additional 3rd

MSC Software Corporation today announced that the Research Institute in Communications and Cybernetic of Nantes (IRCCyN), a scientific institution linked to the French Na­tional Centre for Scientific Research (CNRS), is using Adams multibody dynamics simulation software to validate theoretical works done on a visual servoing system to control a parallel robot based on observation of the legs. The vast majority of robots are controlled through the use of encoders that measure joint rotation. But even when encoders with very high levels of accuracy are used, the ability of robots to move to an absolute XYZ position and ABC orientation is limited by deflection, thermal expansion and manufacturing variation. Some applications, such as placement of a disk drive read head, require very higher levels of positioning accuracy that can only be achieved with a very expensive, special purpose robot. This challenge is being addressed with visual servoing technology that uses a vision system to

PTC today announced that it has been named “IoT Platform Market Leader” in the “IoT Platforms Market Report 2015-2021,” published by IoT Analytics, and the “Industry 4.0/Internet of Things Vendor Benchmark 2016,” report published by Experton Group. Both research and consulting firms recognize the effective and easy-to-use rapid application development capabilities of the ThingWorx® IoT platform, the strategic investments on the part of PTC to develop a robust IoT platform, and strong ecosystem partnerships. With 18% market share, PTC is the IoT platform provider market share leader, according to IoT Analytics. The report recognizes early market leadership and software experience as key strengths of PTC, which “has emerged as a strong delivery focused challenger.” Additionally, IoT Analytics cites the strategic partnerships PTC announced with GE and Bosch in 2015 as being essential for IoT platforms to prosper with multiple systems communicating throughout the IoT ecosystem. “PTC has spent over $600M in strategic

Hexagon AB today announced the acquisition of Multivista, a leading provider of visual, cloud-based construction documentation solutions. Visual construction documentation enables visibility of construction progress throughout the life cycle of a built asset – from start to finish. Multivista has offered documentation technology and services to support construction projects of all types and sizes since 2003. Its construction photography and video services provide progressive, digital records of ground-up development. What’s captured is managed and shared via its cloud-based documentation platform – where images are indexed and linked to architectural plans and live conditions or events, such as walkthroughs and inspections, are live streamed as well as viewed on demand. During construction this enables remote monitoring and verification of site progress and quality of work as well as immediate comparison of actual versus modeled conditions from anywhere at any time. Post construction it eliminates guesswork, such as locating the electrical and

Whenever a new job comes into a company that film studios describe as needing the “cavalry,” digital designer and CNC supervisor Jason Szukalski is instantly thinking how Alphacam CAD/CAM software will break it down into machinable parts. “We’re getting a reputation for being the cavalry because we can pull things out of the bag for the studios, by doing urgent jobs for them extremely quickly. And Alphacam’s the reason we can achieve this.” With Watford-based Anarchy Ltd. being just minutes away from the Warner Bros studios at Leavesden, that happens on a regular basis when a director changes their mind or an actor needs something different. The company also works closely with film studios at Shepperton, Pinewood and Elstree, creating high-tech futuristic, contemporary and period set dressings and props. In addition, they have a growing portfolio of work for television, point of sale and art installations. Film work includes using

KPIT will participate in the MOM Expertise Alliance Center (MEAC) in the US, a community of highly skilled partners providing MOM specific services to manufacturers. KPIT will integrate SIMATIC IT from Siemens in its MOM Portfolio. This means that KPIT can now offer its current and future customers the same technology that companies depend on every day to enhance manufacturing operations. KPIT is globally recognized for its leadership position in the areas of product lifecycle management (PLM), Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) and MOM, maintaining one of the largest global teams of certified consultants with MES expertise spanning more than 12+ years of MES practice across varied industry verticals, such as Automotive, Manufacturing, Energy, Utilities and Life Sciences. Siemens PLM Software is a leading global provider of PLM and MOM software and services. As part of the partnership, KPIT will now be able to offer its customers SIMATIC IT,

Aspen Technology, Inc. today announced financial results for its fourth quarter and fiscal year ended June 30, 2016. “AspenTech reported a solid fourth quarter and fiscal year 2016,” said Antonio Pietri, President and Chief Executive Officer of AspenTech. “We saw strong demand among our owner-operator customers during the quarter, including a significant upsell and a large renewal with two of the top oil and chemicals companies in the world. These transactions show the value we deliver for customers and our ability to generate growth in a challenging economic environment.” Pietri added, “Our scalable business model and disciplined approach to investing for growth while prudently managing expenses delivered another year of solid profitability and free cash flow. Our balance sheet and cash flow are strategic assets that we are leveraging to invest in areas that drive growth in the business and to fund our share repurchase program to deliver significant value

Centric Software announces its sponsorship of Fashion Business Days, a business-oriented program created by the Swedish Fashion Council.  The event brings together brands, buyers and media to view new collections, take in inspirational seminars and network. Empowered by the rise of e-commerce and online editorial coverage, Swedish fashion businesses now have a direct line to shoppers outside their local market. Fashion became the country’s fastest-growing export in 2014. “Both established and emerging brands are now looking beyond their domestic customers,” explains Daniel di Benedetto, Centric Software’s Sales Director for the region.  “But in order to succeed on the international stage, where product planning, costing and improving margins are more complex, these companies need to think digitally and compete on an even technological playing field.” The Swedish Fashion Council targets rising talents with mentorship programs and Fashion Business Days will emphasize the importance of accessible, affordable technology tailored to the needs

Save the date: PI Apparel 5-6 October 2016 Berlin This event will be held in English. Join Centric Software at PI Apparel in Berlin and hear first-hand testimonials from Centric customers including: Dagmar CHLOSTA, Senior VP, Global Operations, Under Armour, USA – PLM deployment & its role in a fully virtualized end-to-end value chain – Dagmar will take to the stage to share Under Armour’s experience. Mirjam ULLE Manager Business Process Development, PVH (Tommy Hilfiger) – Focus group – Integrating range planning into your PLM practice Dr. Julia DUBOWY, Director of Operations, MUSTANG GmbH – The 4-month PLM rollout story – Increasing speed to market with PLM. Europe’s oldest denim brand went live with their PLM project in just 15 weeks and have increased speed to market and reduced questions from suppliers by 30% since implementing Centric PLM. Join Julia’s session as she share’s how PLM has reshaped how MUSTANG does business. Centric will be exhibiting. If you would like to pre-arrange a meeting, please register at