Learn how APPSistem helped a Global Automotive OEM consult its PLM implementation

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The Client: A global Automotive OEM based in Europe

Industry: Transportation (Automotive)

Services:

PLM Consulting, PLM Integration, Customization

Project Background:

The client had multiple PLM systems including home grown and OOTB solutions from SAP and Siemens. The client selected the PTC Windchill solution as its PLM backbone for production and sourcing BOM. Windchill was the enabler for globally configuring and releasing cars to production.

Our Scope

Requirement Gathering
Gather customer requirements, generate application design and specification. Organize and conduct workshops, present possible options and solutions.
Architect and Guide Implementation
Architect and guide the implementation of Windchill server, GUI, and integration customizations.
Gap Analysis and Customization Decisions
Propose, demo/mock, analyze the gaps and level of customization, effort, risks. Provide possible implementation solutions to fill a gap in the OOTB functionality.

Our Solution:

APPSistem identified and deputed its senior consultant at the client site. Our consultant understood the client’s pain areas and instrumental in working with the client’s implementation team to identify critical requirements and develop application specification and design.

Our consultant was also responsible to architect and guide the implementation of Windchill server, GUI, and integration customizations. APPSistem was required to propose, demo and analyze the level of customization, effort and associated risks. The client’s team was guided by our consultant to validate all possible implementation solutions with their pros and gaps and arrive at the implementation strategy.

Benefits to our Client: