Teaching PLM to become intelligent
It’s hard to imagine that in the fashion and textiles sector(s), PLM has been around for the last 20 years. [WhichPLM actually played a big part in its origins, during the initial blueprint and design phase in 1999]. During these last two decades, we’ve witnessed the growth of RFA PLM, and multiple vendors competing with new, advanced modules and processes that have helped to automate the method of bringing a product from concept-to-consumer.
Automate and consolidate
The Product development process by far takes up the longest amount of time from concept to consumer, estimates vary based on the product type
PLM adoption across the supply-chain
One of the most effective means of taking time out of the product development process is to join up the extended supply-chain…
PLM on the move
Only a couple of years ago, using PLM solutions on the move would have been one of those futuristic predictions along the lines of Star Trek. Today, it’s here and starting to make an impact in the world of product development.
Multi-Tenant PLM platforms: a breakdown
PLM soon started to migrate from it’s client-server routes with the launch of single-tenant SaaS environments, where each retailer, brand or manufacturer could have its own dedicated server and supporting infrastructure in the cloud.
Choosing a PLM that best meets your company needs and budget
Choosing the right PLM solution is the most important of all the decisions you’re going to make on your PLM journey. The wrong choice could cost your business a large amount of money by the time you’ve managed to untangle yourself from a poorly-fitting PLM partnership.
Analytics, AI & ML: Accelerating PLM across fashions value chain
In his first piece for 2021, Founder & CEO of WhichPLM Mark Harrop, shares the benefits of using Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning within PLM. He believes that if PLM vendors accelerate and expand their use of AI it will become, without a doubt, a critical element of any fashion company’s 2021 strategy.
Innovations trends & distruptions for fashion in 2022
Throughout 2021, the fashion industry at large has continued to struggle with the effects of the global pandemic, and as such we have experienced massive change across the entire end-to-end fashion landscape.
Can your business truly deliver a successful digital transformation project
Technology evaluations, process change, and technology disruption must be on every brand and retailer’s agenda for at least the next few years – even longer for those strategic thinkers that can look out and over the horizon.
Mobile PLM is now on the move
It’s not that long since PDM started collaborating using enabling technologies, including Citrix Server and PC anywhere to name just a couple.
The Importance of Master Data, Part One
Despite being a relatively new term, Master Data is really a new face on an old problem that’s been with us for a very long time.
The importance of master data part two
I looked at the importance of Master Data, and set out why I believe it is a vital component of any successful PLM implantation.
