Module #1 Introduction to Product Lifecycle Management Overview of PLM, its importance, and benefits in todays product development landscape
Module #2 Product Development Process Understanding the product development process, from ideation to launch, and the role of PLM
Module #3 PLM Fundamentals Key concepts, terminology, and technologies used in PLM, including data management, collaboration, and workflow
Module #4 Product Data Management (PDM) Understanding PDM, its role in PLM, and how it helps manage product data across the enterprise
Module #5 Bill of Materials (BOM) Management Effective BOM management, including data accuracy, synchronization, and change management
Module #6 Change and Configuration Management Understanding change management, including change types, impact analysis, and configuration management
Module #7 Collaboration and Workspace Management Effective collaboration tools and techniques for cross-functional teams, including workspace management and visualization
Module #8 Workflow and Business Process Management Defining, modeling, and automating business processes, including workflow management and approval processes
Module #9 Product Design and Engineering The role of PLM in product design and engineering, including CAD integration, model-based design, and simulation
Module #10 Supply Chain Management and Globalization PLMs role in supply chain management, including supplier collaboration, outsourcing, and globalization
Module #11 Quality and Regulatory Management Managing quality and regulatory compliance, including documentation, testing, and certification
Module #12 Manufacturing Process Management PLMs role in manufacturing process management, including production planning, scheduling, and execution
Module #13 Service Lifecycle Management Managing products in service, including maintenance, repair, and overhaul, and the role of PLM
Module #14 Data Analytics and Reporting Using data analytics and reporting to drive business decisions, including metrics, KPIs, and dashboards
Module #15 Implementing PLM Systems Best practices for implementing PLM systems, including planning, deployment, and rollout strategies
Module #16 PLM System Selection and Evaluation Evaluating and selecting PLM systems, including requirements gathering, RFPs, and vendor selection
Module #17 PLM ROI and Business Case Development Building a business case for PLM, including ROI, cost-benefit analysis, and justification
Module #18 PLM Governance and Organizational Change Management Establishing PLM governance, including organizational change management, training, and support
Module #19 PLM and Digital Twin The role of PLM in digital twin, including virtual product models, simulation, and IoT integration
Module #20 PLM and Additive Manufacturing The impact of additive manufacturing on PLM, including design for additive, topology optimization, and production planning
Module #21 PLM and Internet of Things (IoT) The role of PLM in IoT, including product connectivity, data analytics, and service development
Module #22 PLM and Artificial Intelligence (AI) The impact of AI on PLM, including AI-powered design, generative engineering, and predictive analytics
Module #23 PLM and Cloud Computing The benefits and challenges of cloud-based PLM, including deployment models, security, and scalability
Module #24 PLM and Industry 4.0 The role of PLM in Industry 4.0, including integration with other Industry 4.0 technologies, such as AR, VR, and robotics
Module #25 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Product Lifecycle Management career
