As a Microsoft ISV offering software solutions for over 19 years, we have often been asked: What do I need to know about STAEDEAN's PLM integration with Dynamics 365?
Here's a blog sharing everything you need to know about our PLM integration solution for Dynamics 365 Finance and Supply Chain Management (F&SCM). You'll find a compilation of various aspects of our integration solution and can read each topic in depth using the links provided.
Our PLM-ERP integration solution connects third-party PLM, PDM, or CAD systems with Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&SCM.
The PLM integration solution is fully embedded in Dynamics 365 and follows the Dynamics 365 business logic, allowing seamless integration.
We offer out-of-the-box PLM-ERP integrations for Siemens Teamcenter and PTC Windchill. You can adapt our PLM integration framework for any other PLM, PDM, or CAD system based on your business requirements.
Some examples of PLM systems for which the integration can be configured include 3DX Dassault, Oracle Agile, Ansys, and Vault.
Our integration solution leverages specific capabilities of Engineering Change Management (ECM), a module within Dynamics 365 to handle product data better; therefore, ECM is a prerequisite to the solution.
Let's go through a few articles, each highlighting unique information about our solution.
One of the primary actions a business takes when analyzing whether the solution is a right fit is to check the features of the solution. Not knowing what to look for in an integration solution can cost you as you won't have the complete picture of how to address your business needs.
Some of the features you can expect from our PLM integration with Dynamics 365 are:
Get to know the remaining features here: Key Features of STAEDEAN's PLM Integration Solution for Dynamics 365 ERP
Our integration solution breaks the silos between your PLM and Dynamics 365, making it highly beneficial for your business.
The top benefits of using our PLM-ERP integration solution include the following:
Check out this blog to learn about all the 12 benefits: PLM Integration for Dynamics 365: The Top Benefits We Offer
Our solution is simple, ready to use, and can adapt to your business needs with minimum configuration.
A few processes preconfigured in our PLM-ERP integration solution are:
Get in-depth information on how our PLM integration is preconfigured here: Preconfigured PLM Integration with Dynamics 365: Quick Value for Manufacturers
The integration supports data movement for enterprises having one, two, or multiple legal entities. For two legal entities, the data movement process from PLM/CAD to the manufacturing plant occurs in two phases:
1. Data movement from PLM or CAD to the engineering company (working as a product master data management system) with PLM integration
2. Data movement from the engineering company to the manufacturing plant with ECM
To know how the data transfer occurs from PLM to ERP, click here: How Data Moves from PLM to Dynamics 365 with our Integration
The software implementation begins after the necessary assessments and proof-of-concept. We follow a well-defined implementation process that can be completed in under 2 to 3 weeks or less, depending on your PLM system.
The 5 steps to implementing our solution are:
1. Analysis phase: Thoroughly analyze the data to be transferred from the PLM to Dynamics 365.
2. Design phase: Create initial designs to import the defined data from PLM to ERP based on the requirements.
3. Configuration phase: Analyze files, map data to the staging journal, and configure finer details in the user interface.
4. Deployment phase: Functioning integration undergoes a data quality check and user acceptance testing (UAT) support.
5. Operation phase: It's the point of go-live where additional support, such as hypercare, training, and monitoring, is done.
To understand the implementation process in greater detail, view this: Implementation Process of STAEDEAN's PLM Integration with Dynamics 365
Among the sea of integration solutions, you must know whether you are getting the best value for your investment.
Some of the exclusive values we can offer you are:
Read this blog detailing the topic above: Why Should You Choose STAEDEAN's PLM Integration with Dynamics 365
The total cost of the integration solution will depend on your business case and other variables.
The cost of our PLM-ERP integration is based on:
Software licenses: It includes the base price, cost per user license, upgrades, and minimum essential support. The monthly base price of our solution is €1000. The monthly license cost for the first 50 users is €20 per user, and for 51 users and beyond is €10 per user. Special pricing is applicable for higher user numbers.
Consulting services: This is inclusive of implementation and training. The cost ranges anywhere between €4,000 to €14,000.
Additional support services: It includes support plans with a certain number of tickets. The cost can vary depending on the support plan you opt for (if any).
Pricing in USD is based on the current exchange and conversion rate.
For more information on pricing, check out the blog: Cost of STAEDEAN's PLM-ERP Integration for Dynamics 365
You can easily calculate the ROI you will get on our PLM-ERP integration using 5 steps.
1. Calculate the expenses of transferring PLM data to Dynamics 365 before PLM-ERP integration.
2. Calculate the investment in our PLM-ERP integration solution for your business.
3. Calculate the difference in expenses and direct costs before versus after the integration.
4. Calculate the direct costs you will save due to process efficiencies after integrating your PLM system with Dynamics 365.
5. Calculate the additional cost-saving benefits after implementing the PLM-ERP integration.
For details into the ROI model and projecting ROI over 5 years, read this: What is the ROI of our PLM-ERP Integration for Dynamics 365
We have been asked several questions about our solution during interactions with customers and manufacturing companies.
In this blog, we share the answers to common questions about our solution, so you can better prepare your business for integration.
Some questions we cover:
Know all the answers and more here: FAQs on Integrating PLM with Dynamics 365 ERP
Beyond features, benefits, and costs, we have conducted an honest 360-degree review of our integration solution. Know the solution's limitations and whether it fits your criteria in this blog.
The integration solution is a good fit for any business looking to connect its engineering and manufacturing operations and is:
To read the complete review, click here: Review of STAEDEAN's PLM-ERP Integration for D365
We hope the above summary comprehensively explains our PLM-ERP integration for Dynamics 365. You can explore more about our offerings in this factsheet.
If you aim to quickly improve business efficiency, reduce costs, and bring your engineering and manufacturing worlds closer, we can help. Discuss the best approach to integrate your PLM system with Dynamics 365 by contacting our industry experts using the link below.