SOLIDWORKS PDM SERVICES
Data Management for Better Engineering Processes
SECURE AND EASY-TO-USE DATA MANAGEMENT From the PDM Experts
Think of SOLIDWORKS PDM as a high-performance sports car. Would you let just any mechanic work on it? Or, do you take it to only the finest mechanic and do everything you can to maximize performance?
SOLIDWORKS PDM is your data management sports car, and you should strive to get the most out of it. That performance comes from knowledge and expertise about the system, but it can be a challenge to know everything. That's where GoEngineer's PDM Experts come in.
Our decades of experience with thousands of PDM projects are here to help you tackle any and every data management challenge you can throw at us. We are your PDM pit crew and we're here to help.
“Recently, we decided we needed to upgrade SOLIDWORKS. We don't have the in-house knowledge of how to do an upgrade with PDM, SOLIDWORKS, and SOLIDWORKS Electrical, so we immediately got GoEngineer on the phone to get their help.
GoEngineer has been absolutely amazing to work with through our upgrade. The information that their team has provided to help us get everything set up and with testing has made it really, really easy to work with them."
– Victoria L.
PDM Administrator
House of Design
PDM Services
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IMPLEMENTATION
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GoEngineer has worked with thousands of clients to implement their specific PDM needs. Whether you have a specific use case or just want to get a handle on your data, we're here to help.
Simple or Complex
Data management is as complex as you need it. Our team of PDM experts works with you to find the right amount of complexity to ensure your data management solution checks every box.
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Services for All Levels of PDM
Are you unsure if you need PDM Standard or PDM Professional ? Maybe you're considering SOLIDWORKS Manage? No matter your needs, our experts have experience customizing systems of all shapes and sizes so you get the most out of your software. -
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SYSTEM Administration
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GoEngineer can help you with all aspects of your system administration. Our expert team can help you relocate your existing PDM environment, upgrade to the latest version, act as your PDM administrator, and everything in between.
Server Moves
Relocate your SOLIDWORKS PDM installation to a new server, whether that is a local on-premise machine or a server on Microsoft Azure/Amazon Web Service.Hosting Services
Offload your PDM hosting to the team at GoEngineer. We'll maintain the server hardware and take the burden off of your IT department.Software Upgrades
Ready for the next version of SOLIDWORKS PDM? Let GoEngineer upgrade your system to minimize downtime and risk.Managed Administration Services
Let GoEngineer be your personal PDM administrator. We'll become experts on your environment and work with your team as your administrator either as a stopgap or as your preferred solution. -
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CUSTOMIZATION & Integration
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Need a new workflow? How about a custom data card to display all your relevant product information at a glance? Customizing your PDM environment can be challenging if you don't know where to start. Lean on our PDM experts when you need to update your environment to accomplish your most critical business needs.
Your Process, Our Expertise
It can be difficult to put conceptual processes and ideas into practice. Our team can turn your thoughts and ideas into tangible improvements to your PDM environment.
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A quote we often hear is, "I don't know what I don't know". This is where GoEngineer's professional PDM services can help. You bring us your needs and explain what challenges you're encountering. Then, we customize our solutions to fit those needs. This may be with out-of-the-box functionality, like serial numbers and data cards, or a custom solution like GoExpress . -
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Data Migration
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Are you ready to move your data into SOLIDWORKS PDM? Data migrations are the fastest and most efficient way to move your files from another system into SOLIDWORKS PDM. We've done thousands of migrations from tools ranging from a Windows Folder to Teamcenter PLM. Let our team help you by giving you peace of mind that your data is in safe hands during the data transfer.
Minimize Risk & Downtime
Our experts pride themselves on getting as much pertinent information as possible upfront. This helps us avoid surprises and prepare for every possibility in a migration project before we ever hit "go". By reviewing the files with your team, we can build a migration plan and execute it as efficiently as possible. -
PDM Services Process
DISCOVERY
It Begins with a Conversation
Your engineering and business needs are unique, and there are many ways that GoEngineer can help. We can customize your existing workflows, aid you in creating new data cards, build new serial numbers, and nearly anything else. That's why it's critical to clearly understand your needs before putting pen to paper.
After an in-depth technical discussion, we'll provide the best, personalized solutions from our service catalog to meet your goals.
Proposal
Know Exactly What You’re Getting
GoEngineer will build a detailed statement of work reiterating your interests and how we will meet them. This document will include:
- Detailed project scope highlighting all services GoEngineer will perform
- List of deliverables, obligations, expectations, and extended offerings
- Cost breakdown
Communication
Dedicated Points of Contact
You will have a lead engineer and a project manager assigned to your project with uninterrupted, open lines of communication.
Awareness from Beginning to End
We recommend weekly web meetings with your GoEngineer project lead and project manager to discuss the progress and direction of your project. These meetings can be extremely valuable, especially when working on implementations or migrations.
Have PDM, Will Travel
GoEngineer personnel are also available for travel to in-person meetings with you and/or your customer.
Execution
Tailored Solutions for Complex Problems
We build custom solutions designed to solve your most complex challenges, such as:
- Formal engineering change process
- Share files with suppliers
- Air-gapped environments for government-level security
- Integration between PDM and external PLM tools
- Find the right files faster
- Automatic part numbering
Rigorous Testing for the Best Results
When we develop a new solution for our customers, we take the testing phase of the project very seriously. This means we will test the new functionality with your team to ensure we meet the goals we set at the project's onset.
Deliverables
Everything You Need for Better Data Management
The GoEngineer PDM consulting team can produce a wide range of deliverables for you, as scoped out in your proposal:
- Engineering Change Workflow
- CAD Workflow
- Upgraded PDM Environment
- New PDM Implementation or Deployment
- New Data (file) Cards
- Unique Serial Number Generator
- Custom Scripts and Plugins
- Server Moves (to Cloud or On-Premise)
Next Steps
Building Upon Success
Some projects may be complete upon delivery, but it doesn’t have to stop there. Additional steps may include:
- Administrator & user training
- Managed administration
- System integration with GoExpress
- System expansion
- Process improvement
WHO BENEFITS FROM PDM SERVICES?
Who Can We Help?
Our extensive experience spans a wide range of industries, such as automotive, energy, oil and gas, agriculture, aerospace and defense, discrete manufacturing, mass production, metals, machining and manufacturing, consumer goods and appliances, life sciences and healthcare, and biomechanics. We are dedicated to providing a secure and reliable environment for customers to store, manage, and share their data.
Our team comprises seasoned professionals in data management, migration, and process management, adept at handling projects of varying scopes and complexities. Whether you’re a startup embarking on your data management journey or a Fortune 500 company aiming to enhance your existing system, our experts are equipped with the knowledge and skills to elevate your operations.
Additional Resources
Take Advantage of GoEngineer’s Extensive Knowledge Base and Resources
Find a Solution
Our robust Knowledge Base contains over 12,000 resources to help answer your product design questions. From basic CAD questions to in-depth guides and tutorials, find your solution here. Find a Solution
PROFESSIONAL TRAINING
Improve your skills with professional training and certifications in SOLIDWORKS, CAM, 3D Printing, and 3D Scanning offered four ways: self-paced, online, on-site, or in-classroom. Certified Training Courses
BLOG
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YouTube Channel
Our YouTube channel hosts hundreds of educational tutorials, product demonstrations, recorded webinars, and best practices for all of our products and services. GoEngineer's YouTube Channel
ONLINE STORE
Order 3D printing materials and consumables, enroll in SOLIDWORKS training classes, and buy official GoEngineer gear directly from our online store. Online Store
WEBINARS
Our engineering webinars are hosted by some of the top experts in the industry. They are always recorded, always free, and always offer a live Q&A. WEBINARS
3D Printing Services
Need to 3D print a part? Our Additive Manufacturing experts will 3D print your part and deliver it to you using the latest technology on one of our professional FDM, PolyJet and SL 3D printers. 3D Printing Services