How does the usage of Pro/ENGINEER translate into benefits that support Product First?
Product First® is a philosophy centered on the idea that great products make great companies. When the mission of building and sustaining great products is at the core of everything a company does, significant value is created. Central to this Product First philosophy is a roadmap that helps companies identify and realize value in their product development process. The initial step manufacturers take along this path is the optimization of processes related to Digital Model Definition, which entails the creation of a single, accurate digital ‘master model’ representing their product. As the dominant ‘language’ of product development, the digital product model is increasingly viewed as an invaluable component of a company’s intellectual property portfolio. Modern 3D CAD offers manufacturers the opportunity to ensure that all pertinent design and manufacturing information is contained in a single product model. This approach to design-often referred to as model-centric design-allows for i
