CAD Connector
The software integration layer that connects a CAD application (CATIA, NX, SolidWorks, Creo) to a PLM vault, enabling checkout/check-in workflows, BOM extraction, and revision management from within the CAD environment.
Why it matters
The CAD connector determines the day-to-day PLM experience for engineers. Poor connector performance or incomplete BOM extraction are the most common reasons for PLM adoption failure.
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Cite this definition
Finocchiaro, Michael. “CAD Connector.” DemystifyingPLM PLM Glossary, 2026, https://www.demystifyingplm.com/glossary/cad-connector