PLM & Software Solution for a Global Automotive OEM
Streamlining Product Lifecycle Management with Custom PLM Software Integration
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Client Overview
A leading automotive OEM with global design, manufacturing, and supply chain operations. The client faced significant delays in product development and cross-team collaboration due to fragmented legacy systems and manual tracking of design iterations.

Our Approach
Key activities:
- Requirements analysis and PLM tool selection
- API-based integration with SAP ERP and SolidWorks
- Customized workflows for ECO and BOM approvals
- Role-based access for global stakeholders
Challenge
The client’s R&D and production teams faced:
PLM & Software Solution
India
Key pain points included:
- Inefficient version control and design reuse across global units
- Long lead times from design to prototype approval
- Lack of real-time visibility into BOM changes and part lifecycle
- Difficulty complying with evolving safety and regulatory standards
- Limited collaboration between engineering, procurement, and QA
Solutions Delivered
Integrated PLM System with Engineering Workflows
Deployed enterprise-grade PLM with automated ECO tracking and BOM-CAD synchronization across global teams.
Cross-Platform Data Integration & Visibility
Connected PLM to SAP and design tools via custom APIs for real-time part lifecycle insights.
Role-Based Collaboration & Compliance Control
Enabled secure, ISO-compliant workflows with controlled access for R&D, QA, and procurement teams.
Live Dashboards for Project & Revision Tracking
Provided visual tracking of part revisions, design progress, and change approvals using Power BI.
Technologies Used






Business Impact / Results
The integrated PLM solution resulted in transformational gains:
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Key Highlights (Summary Box)
Metric | Before Implementation | After Implementation |
---|---|---|
Design to Prototype Cycle | ~16 weeks | 9.5 weeks |
ECO-Triggered Delays | 30–35/year | <15/year |
Revision Control Errors | Common, undocumented | Fully traceable via PLM |
Compliance Prep Time | 3+ weeks | <1 week |
Inter-Departmental Coordination | Disjointed | Seamless via central system |