PLM Blog - Aras Innovator Technology

PLM Platform Future, Open or Closed

2012-01-26T18:43:00Z

Today on the Beyond PLM blog , Oleg points out a number of FACTS and makes some good arguments in his post Future PLM Platforms and SAP / Oracle Technological Wars . The problem with this analysis though is that it disregards the macro trends and looks backward to draw conclusions about the future. It starts off on solid ground with FACTS: All existing PDM / PLM technologies [by the major PLM marketshare leaders] were created 15-20 years ago. Dassault Systems, PTC, Siemens PLM and the platform they...(read more)

Aras Engineering Change Order (ECO) and the Impact Matrix

2012-01-26T16:45:00Z

The Impact Matrix from Aras transforms Engineering Change Orders (ECO), providing capabilities for analyzing the full order of a change and all affected items during the planning process. When adding a part to the ECO, a list appears with all the areas in which that part is utilized. By using an assembly structure that dynamically refreshes, the where-used analysis always remains in one screen and up to date. In the video below, Rolf Laudenbach of Aras provides a tutorial on the basic principles...(read more)

Understanding Integration & Federation with Aras

2012-01-05T15:12:00Z

In any enterprise-wide PLM deployment the subject of integration to legacy systems is going to be important. Everybody knows that Aras has a comprehensive suite of pre-packaged connector integrations for MCAD, EDA / ECAD and ERP systems, however, not everyone knows about our custom integration capabilities. Whether the topic is interfacing with the ERP suite, extending an old PDM system or plugging into an EAI / ESB environment, it's necessary to securely share data between systems across your...(read more)

Aras Community Project Site Enhancements

2011-12-20T22:14:00Z

Recently we enhanced the Aras Community Project Site by giving it a new look & feel and adding some pretty cool functionality for what's referred to as 'ideation' (means you can submit ideas for open source projects that you want to work on with other people). In addition to being able to submit ideas for open source PLM projects, the new capabilities include voting on ideas, adding reviews and the ability to participate in discussions about ongoing solution projects. We also improved...(read more)

FEATURED SOLUTION - File Converter Framework by T-Systems

2011-12-08T16:22:00Z

This open source project is quite practical and something that most companies will find useful. It's a server-side File Converter Framework that’s been put together by T-Systems International, the global systems integration firm. T-Systems has provided "a fully integrated framework to easily setup, administer, manage and monitor batch file conversions” within the Aras Innovator PLM platform. The way it works is that when a file is saved to Aras / check-in is done (either new...(read more)

Ilesfay Echnologytay Oupgray Eliversday Igbay Aluevay

2011-11-04T17:53:00Z

Translation: Ilesfay Technology Group Delivers Big Value. Ensuring your data is replicating is a vital IT strategy no matter what business process your supporting. So now that IT has moved into the cloud, what's clever about cloud replication? Everything, when you're the nifty start-up company Ilesfay or one of their new customers. If your into product lifecycle management, chances are you've been haunted a few times by $$$$$'s chasing you as you consider what it's going to take...(read more)

Using Aras Innovator Web services for iPad access and any other platform too

2011-08-30T16:00:00Z

There are a lot of different devices on the market these days and large companies are dealing with proliferation of different mobile platforms, tablets, PCs and other electronics. One common theme with all these different devices is that people want to be able to do their work, securely access corporate information, participate in business processes and basically be able to ‘get the job done’. PLM software has been notoriously bad at enabling access via a lot of different types of devices...(read more)

Not Your Typical PLM; the Advanced Capabilities that Set Aras Apart

2011-08-19T15:39:00Z

Aras Innovator is not your typical PLM. With out of the box, business ready solutions and comprehensive functionality Aras stands apart from legacy PLM products. Aras’s Web-based service-oriented architecture (SOA) enables users to access business-critical product information from anywhere in the world, using a secure connection. The ability to configure and customize Aras in real-time without programming allows you to align your PLM solution with your business needs, quickly and easily. And...(read more)

Open Source for DoD. Now more than ever.

2011-08-15T20:35:00Z

The Debt Deal has been “resolved” and it’s time deal with the aftermath. With the mix of caps, cuts, borrowing, ceilings, etc., sorting it out will take months, perhaps years, but one thing is very clear: Defense spending will be hit hard, to the tune of at least $350 billion, with the possibility of another $500 billion in the future if The Deal’s automatic triggers kick in. Since 9/11, our troops have been saying goodbye to their families and putting their lives on the line...(read more)

FEATURED SOLUTION - Alternative Structure Browser for Large Assemblies (Demo Video)

2011-08-05T20:50:00Z

This was the featured solution in July’s Newsletter and is an excellent add-on for companies with large, complex product structures like aircraft, automobiles, ships and other complicated electro-mechanical equipment. The Alternative Structure Browser for large assemblies enables you to zoom in/out on deep structures, as well as, drag & drop the structure nodes so you can orient the data best for viewing. That's just the beginning... now, the fun starts... you can click on a node (i...(read more)

ACE 2011 Korea - Highlights

2011-07-26T18:53:00Z

Earlier in the year, there was an ACE session in Seoul, South Korea that was organized by Aras partner Zionex . It was the second event in Korea and we had a really great turnout and heard from some excellent speakers. Andreas joined everyone there for some good networking and collaboration as well. Here are some pictures from the conference. last few pics courtesy of thebesttraveldestinations.com...(read more)

The Aras Connected Cloud: Where Cloud and Open Source Collide

2011-06-27T15:22:00Z

Open Source in the Cloud? You got it. Aras is connecting PLM Processes to Cloud-based data, services, and analytics with an Open Source edge. How is it possible? With the Community Cloud. Having a Community Cloud comes with a variety of benefits such as allowing larger data sets, providing greater access to analytics, and flexible infrastructure options. By eliminating the need for a Browser, standardization and consistency are maintained and end-users are able to adopt tools with consistency. The...(read more)

Aras Innovator 9.3 Sneak Preview! Enhanced Vaulted Images

2011-06-13T18:47:00Z

Catch another sneak preview into the upcoming webcast, What's New in Aras Innovator 9.3! In this one minute clip, watch as we say goodbye to limited Thumbnail capabilities and hello to Vaulted Images, now standard in Aras Innovator 9.3. Particularly requested from CPG and Apparel Industry's, this functionality was previously handled by a Community Solution developed by our friends in Denmark. The desire for more flexibility and freedom for Vaulted Images lead to this becoming standard in...(read more)

Sneak Preview: Impact Matrix Arrives in Aras Innovator 9.3!

2011-06-06T19:36:00Z

It's been a long time coming, but the functionality our Community has been requesting for years has finally arrived in the relase of Aras Innovator 9.3! What stemmed from a hot idea born out of Germany and previously delivered as a Community Project "PLMe", "Impact Matrix" is just one of the cool new features in the latest release of Aras Innovator PLM Software 9.3. Impact Matrix transforms ECO, providing new capabilities by replacing the Affected Items Tab. If you were tired...(read more)

I Downloaded Aras Innovator, Now What?

2011-06-02T21:50:00Z

As the title suggests, you're here because you've downloaded Aras Innovator and you're not quite sure what to do next. You're in luck! We do! And we're going to share this juicy knowledge directly with you. Even though you already have the software and you're aching to hit that install button - STOP! - and take a moment to prepare yourself and your server. Understanding the components of Aras Innovator and it's relationship between the server, database, and client is important...(read more)