Liveworx was the place to be this year for all things digital transformation and digital thread. More than 5,000 people were there to network, see the wide breadth of solutions that PTC provides and get some hands-on demonstrations and insights into what’s ahead....
By Eric Larson What is a connected shop floor? A connected shop floor is when a manufacturing facility uses digital technology to allow seamless sharing of information between people, machines, and sensors via a hybrid-cloud based model. This transition empowers...
By Eric Larson What is process planning? Process planning is a step, typically completed by the manufacturing or operations departments, within engineering or manufacturing companies. At a high level, process planning documents the steps and processes used to...
By Eric Larson There is a very specific problem going on in digital manufacturing when it comes to linking design engineering and manufacturing data in your Windchill product. Both departments need each other to complete their work, but they speak entirely different...
Unless you have been hiding under a rock, you have probably heard the latest technology buzz words – and digital transformation was most likely one of them. So, what does digital transformation mean? Let’s break it down. The traditional definition of digital...
The digital thread is a buzz word in the complex manufacturing industry, with big responsibilities and real implications. A thriving digital thread allows for synchronization of processes and the seamless flow of information. At its core, digital manufacturing is...