What is PLM?
PLM is the process of managing product data through the product lifecycles, of different processes and workflows throughout a business. PLM provides a central repository for connecting product data and processes throughout a business. PLM provides the backbone for product data management in an Engineering Department.
PLM Solution Architect Pete giving an introduction to PLM
What is PTC Windchill?
Windchill is PTC’s PLM platform, that offers a breakthrough Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system. PTC Windchill provides world class performance, reliability and security ensuring the right users have access to the right product information and helps support cross functional teams through standardised workflows. PTC Windchill can reduce errors, like double entry of data and aid Change Management, so all users are working from the same documents.

PLM Key Benefits

Smart
Drive Innovation with improved, smarter PLM Access for all stakeholders

Connected
Improve quality with field performance data to support all lifecycle processes

Complete
Manage product complexity with a single source for all product data

Flexible
Reduce costs with a modern cloud architecture supporting all deployments
“PTC is a great choice for discrete manufacturers looking for an involved vendor with IoT capabilities that can get their PLM solution up and running quickly and flexibly.”
Source: Forrester Wave, Q4 2017