Class 4 - Part 2 Flashcards
What is Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)?
An enterprise business strategy that creates a common repository of product information and processes
It supports the collaborative creation, management, dissemination, and use of product and packaging definition information.
What does PLM software provide?
A means for managing the data and processes associated with the various phases of the lifecycle of a product
The scope may include computer-aided design, computer-aided engineering, and computer-aided manufacturing.
What is Computer-aided design (CAD)?
The use of software to assist in the creation, analysis, and modification of the design of a component or product
It increases productivity, improves design quality, and creates a database for the item.
What are the benefits of using CAD?
- Increases designer productivity
- Improves quality of design
- Creates a shareable database
This data can be used in machining or other manufacturing operations.
What is Computer-aided engineering (CAE)?
The use of software to analyze the robustness and performance of components and assemblies
CAE software supports simulation, validation, and optimization of products and manufacturing tools.
What is the role of CAE in design teams?
It is extremely useful for evaluating and decision making.
What is Computer-aided manufacturing (CAM)?
The use of software to control machine tools and related machinery in the manufacture of components and products.
How does CAM interact with CAD and CAE?
The model generated in CAD and verified in CAE can be input into CAM software, which then controls the machine tool.
What are the two ways of implementing PLM systems?
- Implement a single, integrated PLM system
- Implement multiple, separate PLM software components
The piecemeal approach allows choosing the best software for specific phases.
What is a challenge when implementing multiple PLM software components?
Difficult to link all the various components together to create a single comprehensive database.
Who are the internal users of PLM software?
- Engineering
- Operations and manufacturing
- Procurement and sourcing
- Marketing
- Quality assurance
- Customer service
- Regulatory
- Others
Who are the external users of PLM software?
- Manufacturer’s design partners
- Packaging suppliers
- Raw material suppliers
- Contract manufacturers
What was the arbitration case involving H.B. Fuller about?
A failed companywide SAP ERP system implementation with Accenture.
What is a benefit of the hosted software model for businesses?
Helps customers acquire and benefit from new technology while avoiding complexity and high start-up costs.
What is the pay-as-you-go approach in the hosted software model?
Enables businesses to experiment with software capabilities without major financial investment.
What are the pros of choosing a hosted software solution?
- Lower initial investment
- Flexibility to test software
- No need for full-time IT maintenance
What are the cons of choosing a hosted software solution?
Potential limitations in customization and control over the software.
