SOLIDWORKS PDM

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SOLIDWORKS PDM (Product Data Management) improves your workflows, transforms how you store and work with data, and protects your files and intellectual property. Its tools and capabilities include search, security, revision control, and automation.

From a single user to an enterprise with hundreds of users, PDM can benefit everyone,

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SWX0029-4
 

How Can SOLIDWORKS PDM Help with Data?

SOLIDWORKS PDM is a core data management solution with extensive features. Files stored in its data vault have metadata or properties associated with them, so your search results are returned much quicker with SQL running on the backend.

Using SOLIDWORKS PDM, you can:

  • Attain quality certifications quickly while safely securing your files.
  • Reduce Windows searches on directories of any size to find files fast.
  • Allow teams to take ownership of files when needed.
  • Manage versions and revisions and eliminate data loss.
  • Have granular permissions capabilities and a check-in and check-out process.

SOLIDWORKS PDM’s powerful workflows enforce standard processes, keep everyone aware of statuses in real time, and allow you to automate your repetitive and manual processes.

PDM STANDARD
PDM PROFESSIONAL
File Management
Design Reuse
Revision Management & Control
Secure File Vaulting
Audit Trail
Integrated Search
eDrawings Preview
Unlimited Document Workflows
Additional Workflows for Regulatory Compliance
Automated Bill of Materials Viewing
Distributed Collaboration and Enterprise Scalability
Advanced Search and Favorites
Multi-Document Preview
Automated Neutral File Creation
Custom Configuration
Automated Data Import and Export
Serial Number Generators
Remote, Mobile Access
Automated Approval Process
Email Notifications
Application Programming Interface (API)


Check out how SOLIDWORKS Manage can work with PDM Professional to go above and beyond for product lifecycle management.

HOW CAN HAWK RIDGE SYSTEMS HELP?

Better engineering starts here at Hawk Ridge Systems. Our team of experts has helped thousands of customers implement data management solutions and streamline processes.

STREAMLINE HOW YOU TRANSFER INFORMATION AMONG SOFTWARE


A customer needed vendor and cost information updated regularly from their SQL-based ERP solution into CAD data and to push BOM information from CAD assemblies back to their ERP. We helped streamline their process with SOLIDWORKS PDM and our internally developed database packages.

ALLOW CUSTOMERS TO ACCESS VALUABLE INFORMATION SECURELY


A large manufacturing company needed its customers to access metadata, bill of materials (BOM), and design previews from its website. With the PDM vault and our internally developed API, we successfully helped its customers securely access the necessary information they need online.

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SERVICES

MORE THAN JUST A PROVIDER

Our dedicated Enterprise Services team provides recommendations and workshops, such as training on features and using SOLIDWORKS PDM, so you're successful beyond the initial implementation.

  • A wide range of data management services, including AutoPilot implementations, so you can continue doing business as usual without missing a beat.
  • Complete custom-configured solutions adapted to fit your needs.
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TRAINING

IMPROVE PERFORMANCE THROUGH TAILORED LEARNING

We offer training for both PDM users and admins. Our live, online courses give you the interactive and high-quality training that our clients expect from us without you needing to leave home! You will have access to the latest software so you don’t need access to your own license on your computer.

SUPPORT

TOP-RANKED SUPPORT, COMMITTED TO YOUR SUCCESS

Personalized Ask-an-Expert sessions are available with our certified technical support team. Our team can give you more comprehensive support for SOLIDWORKS PDM challenges or provide a dive deep into specific topics and best practices.

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SUBSCRIPTION

GET THE MOST OUT OF YOUR SOLUTIONS

Whether you are looking for on-demand training, access to the latest software releases, exclusive resources and offers, or need expert support – there's a subscription option for you.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can I store data other than SOLIDWORKS files in the vault?
Yes, you can. We recommend storing all associated files in your PDM vault. It’s common to store other files, such as Microsoft Office documents, PDFs, and other CAD formats, in SOLIDWORKS PDM. You can also revision-manage or set unique workflows for these files when storing them in PDM Professional.
What license types are available for SOLIDWORKS PDM?

There are three SOLIDWORKS PDM license types available: Viewer, Contributor, and Editor.

  • Viewer licenses provide basic read-only access to files in the vault.
  • Contributor licenses add the ability to work with and update the files and data in the vault. Contributors may benefit from working with the integrated Microsoft Office Add-in for PDM Professional. They can interact with the vault directly within Word, Excel, or PowerPoint.
  • Editor licenses include the same functionality as Contributor licenses, and it also enables the CAD add-in, so users can access SOLIDWORKS PDM functionality from within the CAD application.
Do I have to have SOLIDWORKS installed to access the PDM vault?
No. It is common for people who are not using SOLIDWORKS to continue using PDM. One example would be assembly employees who often would need to view assembly and part drawings in a PDF format but never access the actual CAD files.
Can SOLIDWORKS PDM integrate with other business software (ERP, MRP, CRM)?
Absolutely. There are several pre-built connectors available as well as an API for PDM Professional that can be used to develop anything you need.
Can you access and use PDM remotely? 
Yes, there are several ways to access PDM remotely, such as Remote Desktop, VPN, and Web2. Here at Hawk Ridge Systems, we can even host the server components on the cloud.
What do I do with my existing data when I implement PDM?

You have several options.

  • You can draw a line in the sand and choose to design all your new products and projects in PDM.
  • You can manually drag and drop any existing design files into PDM to add them to the vault.
  • Our team here at Hawk Ridge Systems can provide full migration services to ensure data integrity and correct metadata mapping. We will work with you to determine what makes the most sense for your business and wallet.

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