Top 20 PLM Tech Companies - 2017
Today’s approach to a PLM system aims at simplifying and streamlining processes rather than heavily focusing on data management and control. With cloud taking center stage in the PLM scenario, manufacturing companies are able to explore numerous ways to add value to existing PLM implementations or adopt new ones for higher ROI. The integration of PLM with digital technologies enables organizations to not only deliver products faster but also create innovative products. This includes artificial intelligence and machine learning that help in understanding the attributes of a certain product that can drive adoption.
The modern PLM platforms provide an intuitive interface and efficient data integration empowering enterprises to dash board capabilities to dive into product’s development easily. With access to latest trends and methodologies, these platforms help companies stay ahead of the competitive curve in the industry. Today, a number of software vendors are offering PLM platforms that recognize the power of digital.
To help organizations find best of breed PLM solutions that suit their business needs, in his issue of CIOReview, we present the 20 Most Promising PLM Solution Providers 2017, featuring the best vendors offering PLM technologies and services that aid enterprises in their business processes. The firms featured in this issue have exhibited vast knowledge and in depth expertise in managing PLM.
A distinguished panel comprising of CTOs, CIOs, analysts and the CIOReview editorial board has selected the top player from the field of PLM. The listing provides a look into how these solutions work in the real world to get a comprehensive understanding of what technologies are available in the marketplace today.
We present to you ‘20 Most Promising PLM Solution Providers 2017.’
Top Product Lifecycle Management Companies
Enables combining of PLM and ERP data to generate rolespecific engineering release, supply chain, manufacturing, inspection and field service
Combining enterprise open source technology with an advanced model-based service oriented architecture to deliver a highly scalable, flexible and secure PLM solution suite
ArcherGrey is a global PLM systems integration firm that delivers tangible business results to its customers by providing seasoned high-quality, cost-effective resources
Offers an all-in-one design collaboration tool that allows users to create and manage tech packs, store artwork and project files, manage revisions and costing, and share updates — from anywhere, on any device
Provides a PLM software that automatically manages and optimizes the product lifecycle from concept ideation to configuration and retirement
Active Sensing, Inc.

Provides PLM Software designed for faster and self-installation by consuming minimum IT resources, to meet the growing needs of companies
Arena Solutions

Provides a cloud-based platform featuring PLM, Supply Chain Collaboration and QMS systems functioning as a closed loop
Autodesk Fusion Lifecycle

Provides a cloud-based PLM that allows engineering teams to collaborate on designs, track versions and releases, and connect to manufacturing workflows
CentricSoftware

Provides a PLM platform developed specifically for retail, apparel, footwear and consumer goods companies
Dassault Systemes

Provides 3DEXPERIENCE platform that helps businesses to test and evaluate the development lifecycle of a product or service
Infor

Offers PLM that helps in launching high quality products for a variety of manufacturing industries at lower costs
ITI International TechneGroup

Offers efficient and effective migration of PLM data from legacy systems to the new ones, with archival of legacy data and minimum disruption of operations
Lascom

Provides PLM Suite to support extensive product information management, documentation and data to offer a general view of in-progress activities
Lectra

Provides PLM software for fashion industry streamlining time to market, besides controlling costs
NGC

Offers a cloud-based configurable and user-friendly PLM solution specifically designed for apparel, fashion and footwear brands & retail industries
Omnify Software

Provides a PLM system for faster and cost-effective implementation of products for small to mid-tier manufacturers
PROLIM Corporation

PROLIM aims to help corporations accomplish their PLM business goals with strong PLM Technology R&D capabilities
PTC

Provides robust and field-proven IoT enabled PLM solutions that simultaneously manage both hardware and software, delivering competitive products faster
Selerant

Provider of processed-based product lifecycle management (PLM) software and consulting services
World Fashion Exchange

Offers cloud-based PLM software for end-to-end product lifecycle processes for fashion, apparel, footwear, accessories and consumer goods