PDM/PLM for Connected Product Development

Agile Supply Chain. Streamlined Process.

Remove development roadblocks to help you deliver better products faster.

What is Connected Product Development?

Connected Product Development is the process of unifying your teams, tools, and data to accelerate innovation, reduce rework, and ensure product quality. It bridges the gap between engineering, manufacturing, and operations through integrated systems like PDM and PLM.

Why It Matters

Break down silos between design, productions, and supply chain
Gain real-time access to accurate design and BOM data
Reduce errors caused by disconnected systems
Support compliance and traceability throughout the product lifecycle
Improve engineering collaboration across locations and teams

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Browse PDM/PLM for Connected Product Development Solutions

Needs Analysis

Determine the best Product Data Management (PDM) or Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) solution for your organization based on a needs analysis.

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Implementation Services

Ensure the success of your connected product development project with our expert implementation services, tailored to your strategic business goals.

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Adoption

Motivate employees to embrace your connected product development initiative and adopt your new PDM/PLM system with training, support and mentoring services.

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Migration

Migrate legacy data into a new data management system OR migrate to an updated version of your data management software to ensure peak performance.

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System Integration

Integrate your ERP, MRP or PLM systems with your data management software. Transfer Bill of Materials & boost productivity with a connected data solution.

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Manufacturing Business Process Review

Optimize your manufacturing business processes with expert recommendations to increase productivity, reduce waste, and deliver products faster.

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BOM Integration Assistance

Push a formatted Bill of Materials from an Autodesk software environment to ERP, MRP or PLM business software systems with this packaged service offering

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Connect Vault to Autodesk Construction Cloud

Integrate your Autodesk Vault with Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC) to enable secure, seamless file sharing across field teams and contractors.

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Real-World Use Cases

Boost team productivity with centralized data and cloud-based PLM. Connected dispersed teams and reduce rework across CAD platforms.
Make smarter decisions earlier by sharing real-time cost and material data across stakeholders. Minimize delays, scrap, and warranty issues.
Enhance supply chain agility with supplier portal access. Streamline quoting, improve visibility, and speed up response time.

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Software for PDM/PLM for Connected Product Development

Autodesk® Vault Pro

Autodesk Vault Pro connects distributed teams with multisite, multi-CAD collaboration. Trust Hagerman for expert implementation, migration and integration services.

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Vault PLM

Vault PLM combines Vault Professional with Fusion 360 Manage for enterprise-wide collaboration & product lifecycle management. We offer expert PDM/PLM services.

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Fusion Manage

Easily connect your data, people and processes with Fusion Manage with Upchain cloud-based PDM/PLM software. Trust Hagerman for expert implementation services.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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How is connected product development different from traditional product development?

Connected product development unifies design, engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain data across teams and systems in real time. Traditional product development often relies on disconnected tools and manual processes, which can lead to delays, errors, and data silos.

Can connected product development be implemented gradually?

Yes! Many organizations start by connecting specific tools (like PDM and ERP systems) or teams, then expand to integrate broader processes and data flows over time. We help build a scalable roadmap that fits your pace and goals.

What kind of systems can be integrated in a connected product development approach?

Common integrations include CAD, PDM, PLM, ERP, and collaboration platforms. We work with your existing tools, like Autodesk Vault, Fusion, or other platforms, to create a connected environment tailored to your needs.

What are the signs that our current product development process isn't connected enough?

Frequent rework, miscommunication between departments, version control issues, and delays in approvals or releases are common indicators. A connected approach helps eliminate these inefficiencies and improves overall visibility and control.

How do PDM and PLM systems improve BOM management?

These systems allow teams to build, sync, and update bills of materials from multi-CAD sources in real time, reducing errors and improving productivity.