Siemens PLM Event Highlights Industry-Focused Solutions for the Future

The annual industry analyst event in Boston left attendees with a broader knowledge of what strategy and success will look like for Siemens PLM Software as the industry enters a new era of manufacturing.

Several case studies and presentations from keynote speakers displayed this message by providing examples of how users can benefit from Siemens PLM moving forward. Multiple acquisitions along with self-developed solutions have strengthened the company's portfolio, providing more value to customers.

The acquisitions of Vistagy and LMS proved to be a strategic move for Siemens PLM. Their unification with Siemens PLM software tools has created opportunities for system-level, closed-loop solutions.

Siemens PLM executives said the company plans to make more investments and acquire additional technologies that support its mission for end-to-end process for customers.

Event Takeaways

• Siemens PLM is putting more focus on eight industry sectors — aerospace and defense, automotive, electronics and semiconductor, consumer packaged goods, energy, marine machine and medical — in order to tailor more individualized solutions to them.
• Siemens PLM Industry Catalyst Series, systems-level engineering approach comprised of industry best-practice reports and templates, was designed to save implementation time and help users to tackle engineering challenges.
• Siemens PLM Active Workspace application provides users with an innovative experience across all applications, solutions and open architecture.
• Siemens PLM has developed a focused strategy and solution plan for the energy and utilities industry sector, and plans on taking advantage of growing business opportunities.

View a full report from the event at ARC Advisory Group.