CIMdata to Host Free Webinar on Managing Product Changes

ANN ARBOR, Mich. - July 9, 2015 - PRLog -- CIMdata, Inc., the leading global PLM strategic management consulting and research firm, announces an upcoming free educational webinar, “Managing Product Changes.” The webinar will take place on August 4 at 11:00 a.m. (EST) and will consider the impact of managing product changes throughout the product lifecycle.

According to the webinar host, CIMdata’s Vice President, John MacKrell, “CIMdata’s consulting reveals that too many organizations approach product changes from the view that one process works for all. Our experience shows that this leads to long, drawn out change processes that delay product release and lead to rework. Companies should be working towards a more pragmatic approach to how they manage changes and the data associated with changes so that they can reduce costs and other adverse impacts. This webinar is geared to provide useful guidance on this critical topic.”

John MacKrell has over 40 years of experience in the application of computer-based solutions to engineering and manufacturing, with more than 20 years at CIMdata. Mr. MacKrell consults on PLM strategies; best practices; collaboration and knowledge sharing; PLM ROI and benefits; and developing end-user plans for the acquisition and implementation of PLM technologies – including PDM, data visualization, collaboration, CAD, and digital manufacturing.

The webinar will be an hour long and those attending will: gain an understanding of the terminology used around product change; become familiar with the key change process issues that can be addressed by PLM; learn more about best practices for change processes; and will gain practical advice on how PLM can help and what benefits are available.

At the conclusion of the webinar, attendees will:

•Understand how PLM supports change processes

•What issues impact change processes

•How PLM can help external partners streamline their role in change processes

•How PLM can be used to create a rational approach to managing change

This webinar will be useful to PLM users, team leaders and members, product planners, engineering managers, manufacturing engineers, field services personnel, PLM software and solution providers and anyone interested in learning more about PLM. During the webinar attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions about the topics discussed. To find out more, visit: http://www.cimdata.com/en/education/educational-webinars/.... To register for the webinar visit: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/621150765903142145

About CIMdata

CIMdata, a leading independent worldwide firm, provides strategic management consulting to maximize an enterprise’s ability to design and deliver innovative products and services through the application of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) solutions. Since its founding in 1983, CIMdata has delivered world-class knowledge, expertise, and best-practice methods on PLM solutions. These solutions incorporate both business processes and a wide-ranging set of PLM-enabling technologies.

CIMdata works with both industrial organizations and providers of technologies and services seeking competitive advantage in the global economy. In addition to consulting, CIMdata conducts research, provides PLM-focused subscription services, and produces several commercial publications. The company also provides industry education through PLM certificate programs, seminars, and conferences worldwide. CIMdata serves clients around the world from offices in North America, Europe, and Asia- Pacific. To learn more about CIMdata’s services, visit our website at www.CIMdata.com, follow us on Twitter: http://twitter.com/CIMdataPLMNews, or contact CIMdata at: 3909 Research Park Drive, Ann Arbor, MI 48108, USA, Tel: +1 734.668.9922. Fax: +1 734.668.1957; or at Oogststraat 20, 6004 CV Weert, The Netherlands, Tel: +31 (0) 495.533.666.