Software tools for the product development process

While computer-aided design systems make it possible to build a database of design information, engineering data management software focuses on improving the availability of that information for faster product introduction. The combination of CAE/CAD/CAM and engineering data management systems today has successfully provided increased productivity in different segments of the product life cycle. However, as the capabilities of these systems grow, there is an increasing demand for a greater level of information management for cross-functional operations.