PDM (Product Data Management)
Centralized system for managing CAD files, technical documents, version control, and design collaboration. The foundational layer of PLM, focused on engineering data.
Why it matters
Effective PDM eliminates file chaos (versions in Dropbox, emails with attachments). Cloud-native PDM makes this central data repository accessible and collaborative, replacing VPN-based legacy systems.
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Finocchiaro, Michael. “PDM (Product Data Management).” DemystifyingPLM PLM Glossary, 2026, https://www.demystifyingplm.com/glossary/pdm-product-data-management