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3D Systems announced today the release of version 13 of its Cimatron™ software for mold-, die- and tool-makers. This new version introduces new and enhanced capabilities that can dramatically accelerate productivity and minimize overhead in the design and manufacturing of molds, dies and discrete parts. As part of 3D Systems’ end-to-end solutions, Cimatron is a key component in today’s digital manufacturing workflow, allowing 3D Systems customers to optimize their processes and unlock greater productivity on the factory floor. “Cimatron 13 eases the growing pressure tool shops are facing to stay competitive in quality and delivery time,” said Calvin Hur, Vice President, Co-Chief Operating Officer & Chief Revenue Officer, Software Products, 3D Systems. “This significant update provides the means for tool shops to create better tools and parts, faster.” Bastech, a one-source solution provider for shop floor, additive manufacturing services and equipment sales, beta tested Cimatron 13 with the new conformal cooling

ASICS, headquartered in Kobe, Japan, has selected Centric Software to provide its PLM solution. Centric is the leading PLM solution for fashion, retail, outdoor, footwear, luxury and consumer goods companies. Founded in 1949, ASICS is at the forefront of the worldwide performance sports market and is the undisputed leading athletic shoe brand for both enthusiasts and professional athletes. ASICS is known for its quality lifestyle footwear, apparel and equipment products. Today, ASICS enjoys a presence around the world. In its strategic business plan, ASICS identified the need to strengthen product development capabilities. They began the search for a PLM solution to help them standardize processes, reduce time to market, cut costs, increase productivity and improve product quality. “Centric Software focuses on apparel and footwear and that was a key differentiator for us.  We want to work with someone who intimately understands the complexities of our business. We believe Centric 8

Boyd Industries, a supplier of dental equipment and cabinetry, has announced two major technology implementations that will enable it to manage increasing demand for its products. On the data management side, Boyd has implemented Microsoft Dynamics GP enterprise resource planning system to its existing MS Dynamics CRM cloud-based customer relations management system; this will enable seamless end-to-end customer account management from initial quote and order through manufacturing, invoicing and delivery. At the same time, Boyd has standardized all mechanical and wood products design to SolidWorks computer-aided design system to help streamline and improve product design and manufacturing. “As dentistry moves towards newer technology,” Boyd Industries CEO Adrian LaTrace said, “there’s a corresponding need for equipment and cabinetry that complement that technology—and for a company such as ours to make certain we stay current with new tools and processes. These new technological capabilities will enable Boyd to serve our growing customer base by providing high-quality

Infor reported strong results for the fourth quarter of its fiscal 2016, ended April 30, 2016.  Software revenue for the quarter, including license fees and cloud subscriptions revenue, was up 34.9 percent and 35.5 percent year over year on a GAAP basis and non-GAAP1 basis, respectively, in constant currency2, and Infor added more than 700 new customers. Total revenues for the quarter, on both a GAAP and non-GAAP basis, increased year over year by 8.8 percent at actual currency rates and 9.4 percent in constant currency with growth in each revenue category, including software license fees and subscriptions revenue, product update and support fees revenue, and consulting services and other revenue. April 30, 2016 also marked the end of a strong fiscal year 2016 for Infor.  Adjusting for the fiscal year change3, on an 11-month comparable basis, Infor grew non-GAAP software license fees and subscriptions revenue 26.9 percent over FY15 in

T-Systems has been announced as Platinum sponsor of the 2nd Healthcare Innovation Summit. From 24-25 August 2016, healthcare and technology professionals will convene at the Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel located in Sandton, Johannesburg for the upcoming summit, under the theme – “Transforming Healthcare with Technology.” T-Systems forms part of the Deutsche Telekom group of companies, which puts the company in a unique position to combine Information Technology and Telecommunications into replicable, cost effective solutions. Internationally, T-Systems is one of Europe’s leading providers of Information and Communications Technology (ICT), and is responsible for serving major business accounts. Since its inception in South Africa in 1997, T-Systems has cemented its position as one of the most successful companies in the group outside of Europe. T-Systems South Africa proudly employs between 1000 and 1500 professionals. The head office is located in Midrand, Gauteng, with a second major office in Cape Town and several representative offices in locations throughout South Africa. Why This Summit? Access to

PROSTEP, Inc., which has its headquarters in Birmingham, Michigan, at the center of the US automobile industry, celebrates its 10th anniversary this month. Within a decade, PROSTEP AG's US subsidiary has become an important partner to companies overseas when it comes to data exchange and managed file transfer (MFT), product data and process integration, and 3D PDF-based communication. Numerous customers in the automotive, aviation and arms industries, but also in other sectors, use the solution provided by the consulting and software company. The purchase of the 3D PDF animation software from EOS Solutions in 2014 was a milestone in the young history of the company and resulted in the number of employees at PROSTEP, Inc. doubling overnight. The 3D PDF Pro™ animation plug-in is a major plus for PROSTEP's 3D PDF technology compared to normal 3D PDF converters and is greatly appreciated by customers. PROSTEP, Inc. recently succeeded in securing

OPEN MIND Technologies has now been awarded Tier 1 membership status at the University of Sheffield Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC). The globally renowned research facility has invited OPEN MIND to enhance its membership status following a number of successful collaborative projects that have been undertaken during OPEN MIND's four year tenure as an AMRC Tier 2 member. The AMRC in Rotherham near Sheffield, UK, was initially founded in 2001 as collaboration between the University of Sheffield and Boeing with support from Yorkshire Forward and the European Regional Development Fund. It now has over 80 industrial partners that include Boeing, Rolls Royce, BAE Systems, Airbus and of course OPEN MIND Technologies. The centre acts as a support mechanism for the aerospace and other high-value advanced manufacturing sectors, driving technology brands such as Mitsubishi, DMG Mori, Nikken, NCMT, Renishaw, Starrag and many others to develop innovations that enable OEMs to hit their targets. Targets

Fujitsu Limited, Oracle Corporation, and Oracle Corporation Japan today announced that they have agreed to form a new strategic alliance to deliver enterprise-grade, world-class cloud services to customers in Japan and their subsidiaries around the world. In order to take advantage of cloud computing to speed innovation, reduce costs and drive business growth, organizations need IT partners that can deliver the performance, security and management capabilities that are demanded by enterprise workloads. To help organizations in Japan capitalize on this opportunity and confidently move enterprise workloads to the cloud, Oracle Cloud Application and Platform services - such as Oracle Database Cloud Service and Oracle Human Capital Management (HCM) Cloud – will be powered by Fujitsu's datacenters in Japan. Under the new strategic alliance, Fujitsu will work to drive sales of robust cloud offerings to companies in Japan and their subsidiaries around the world. By bringing Oracle Cloud Application and Platform services to FUJITSU Cloud Service K5, Fujitsu

Third Module of the 2016 PLM MAR Report Series ANN ARBOR, Michigan, 6 July 2016—CIMdata, Inc., the leading global PLM strategic management consulting and research firm announces the release of the CIMdata PLM Market and Solution Provider Analysis Report, the third of five modules of the CIMdata 2016 Market Analysis Report Series. The MAR Series provides detailed information and in-depth analysis on the worldwide PLM market during 2015. It contains analyses of major trends and issues; revenues of leading PLM solution providers; and revenue analyses for geographical regions, industry sectors, and historical and projected data on market growth. “The PLM market grew to $38.7 billion overall in 2015, 2.8% growth over 2014,” according to Stan Przybylinski, CIMdata’s Vice President of Research. “When looked at in constant currencies, that growth rate would be 8.2% over 2014. Most of the PLM market leaders had strong growth in constant currencies, and all continued to make

Popular PLM education program will take place in Andover, Massachusetts from October 3-7, 2016. ANN ARBOR, Michigan, 6 July, 2016 — CIMdata, Inc., the leading global PLM strategic consulting and research firm, will bring its highly acclaimed Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) Certificate Program to the Boston area from October 3-7. The program is recognized as the PLM industry’s most comprehensive solution-agnostic education offering. The three- or five-day program prepares PLM professionals to successfully address the challenges commonly faced in PLM strategy development and implementation. The assessment-based certificate program includes a personalized classroom experience, individual and team-based exercises, and individual evaluations of achievement. The program is facilitated by a team of CIMdata experts. Upon successful completion of the program, participants receive a CIMdata PLM Certificate and are invited to join CIMdata’s global PLM Leadership community. The program is built on CIMdata’s over 30 years of experience guiding industrial companies in successfully defining and implementing