PLM Data Fabric
An architecture pattern that provides unified, governed access to product data distributed across multiple PLM, ERP, MES, and supply chain systems — without requiring all data to reside in a single repository.
Why it matters
Data fabric decouples interoperability from system consolidation, allowing manufacturers to modernize their data access layer without replacing every existing system — reducing the cost and risk of PLM transformation programs.
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Finocchiaro, Michael. “PLM Data Fabric.” DemystifyingPLM PLM Glossary, 2026, https://www.demystifyingplm.com/glossary/plm-data-fabric