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  • Vault Workgroup

    Vault Workgroup

    As one of the leading providers of product lifecycle management software (PLM), we are pleased to state that with our software solutions, you will receive a range of options out-of-the-box which includes integration with AutoCAD Vault Workgroup

    We will take the time from the outset to fully understand what you are looking for from a product lifecycle management software solution for your business. Full integration into your business of our software is provided and training is delivered. We are also pleased to confirm that our software is ever evolving with updates which you will be able to benefit from in real-time, to ensure that you are always able to make the most of your software from us within your business in the new year. 

    Would you like more information about our PLM solutions? If so, then we would love to hear from you. You can call us on 0163 555 1553 and we look forward to speaking with you soon. If you prefer, you can send us a message via our online enquiry form and once received, we will reply to you. 

    Look no further than Design Data Manager as your leading PLM provider!


  • Use Solid Edge And Need A Better PDM System?

    Use Solid Edge And Need A Better PDM System?

    Powerful PDM solutions don’t have to be expensive- choose DDM CAD to support Solid Edge and you’ll have first-class software at a low price.

    Whatever problems you’re having with your current PDM system, our software is designed by an expert team who knows the common issues product designers often come across.

    Our software can help you overcome the common problems that arise during the design process., Whether you’re having issues with sharing data, struggling to reuse parts, or have difficulties tracking design data, DDM CAD enables you to spend less time organising and tracking data produced using Solid Edge and more time being productive.

    It can save you time, hassle and help you get products to market quicker.

    Centralise documents and data produced by Solid Edge, Solid Works and many other leading CAD software packages.

    Our ultimate aim is to help you get quality products to market much quicker. Our PDM software will also enhance your ability to collaborate virtually, which has never been more important than in these challenging times. Furthermore, it makes it easier than ever to meet compliance requirements.

    We pride ourselves on offering first-class customer service to help you make the most of our software.

    If you’re searching for PDM solutions for Solid Edge, why not find out more about DDM CAD online today?


  • 10 Reasons To Choose Our PDM Solution For Solidworks

    10 Reasons To Choose Our PDM Solution For Solidworks

    If you need to find a better PDM system for SolidWorks, our software offers a powerful but highly affordable solution. Here are just 10 reasons to choose DDM CAD to improve your product data management in 2020:

    1. Our software can significantly reduce engineering costs by reducing waste and increasing part-usage.
    2. Since it helps you to work more productively and cost-effectively, it makes it easier to bring complex products to market in the shortest space of time.
    3. Our software is renowned for its speed, easy implementation and configurability. It can easily be adapted to your unique business.
    4. DDM CAD can drive operational efficiency across your regulatory processes, making it easier to achieve compliance using SolidWorks.
    5. Everything can be stored and completed in DDM.
    6. Data sharing becomes simple and easy. This system enables you to share data seamlessly with your colleagues.
    7. Our PDM software can work for multiple systems including SolidWorks, Solid Edge and Inventor.
    8. You’ll always have the support of our team when using our software, who both committed and enthusiastic about our products.
    9. It combines a low price with powerful features. We offer the power of a larger PDM system without the high costs of implementation and modular-based products.
    10. Everything comes built-in when you choose our software, so you don’t need to pay for any extra features. Our expert team is also improving our software all the time to make it more useable for your business.

    Discover more reasons to choose DDM CAD for your business.


  • Why Choose our PDM Solution for SOLIDWORKS?

    Why Choose our PDM Solution for SOLIDWORKS?

    If you need an affordable multi-CAD solution for SOLIDWORKS, Design Data Manager not only offer exceptional software but full support from our highly experienced engineers.

    By using product data management (PDM) software in 2018, you can:

    • improve your ability to track and manage changes to product related data
    • enhance collaboration between everyone working on a project
    • drastically improve your productivity through the use reuse of product design data.
    • spend less time organising and tracking data

    These are just four of the many advantages that DDM CAD can offer users of SOLIDWORKS.

    Our software is extremely simple to implement, easy to integrate and even easier to use, offering complete revision control of CAD parts, assemblies and drawings together with exceptional office document management.

    This PDM software is suitable for a variety of CAD software systems, including Solid Edge.

    DDM CAD can easily be adapted and configured to your needs, enabling you to make data management second nature, with many clients finding that everything can be stored and completed in DDM CAD.

    Why not read more about our PDM solution for SOLIDWORKS.


  • Why Choose Our PDM System For Inventor?

    Why Choose Our PDM System For Inventor?

    Our expert developers at CSI are dedicated to changing perceptions of PLM and PDM.

    Whether your current PLM system makes it difficult to avoid reusing parts or you feel it’s not powerful enough for the amount of data you produce, DDM CAD gives you complete control of your data, whether it’s produced using Solid Edge, SolidWorks or Inventor.

    A multi-CAD solution, our software will help you to bring complex engineering products to market in a reduced amount of time. Smarter and more efficient than traditional data management systems, it offers full revision control of all types of data, from parts, models and drawings to office documents.

    Saving businesses time and money, we offer one of the best PDM systems for Inventor, with our system used by companies of all sizes.

    DDM CAM is a much more efficient way to centralise the storage of all your engineering data and will dramatically reduce the time you spend searching for parts, assemblies, and drawings; it can also help to drive design reuse. All your data will be stored securely and available for fast retrieval by any authorised users.

    DDM CAD offers exceptional version control over your data, integrating workflows to automate your design process for more efficient reviews and the release of final designs.

    Find out more about our PDM solution for Inventor today.


  • Transform Your PDM For SOLIDWORKS

    Transform Your PDM For SOLIDWORKS

    Do you need a low cost multi-CAD solution for SOLIDWORKS?

    Improving your product data management (PDM) offers many advantages, including the ability to track and manage changes to product related data. Software like DDM CAD can enhance your collaboration, and vastly improve your productivity through the use reuse of product design data.

    By using an efficient PDM system for SOLIDWORKS, you can spend far less time organising and tracking data and enhance collaboration between team members.

    We offer not only the best software, but the most exceptional support.

    Our base product DDM CAD is a PDM solution that is easy to implement, easy to integrate and even easier to use. It offers complete revision control of CAD parts, assemblies and drawings, together with exceptional office document management.

    Our engineers are always happy to support your transition to using our PDM solution for SOLIDWORKS.

    DDM CAD can easily be adapted and configured to your needs, helping you to make data management second nature. Many clients find that everything can be stored and completed in DDM CAD.

    Learn more about our PDM solution for SOLIDWORKS.


  • Transform Your PDM For SOLIDWORKS

    Transform Your PDM For SOLIDWORKS

    According to a recent survey of over 150 product development professionals reported on engineering.com, many teams are performing poorly on five specific areas related to PDM.

    Firstly, the process of securely sharing product data outside the immediate team is a problem.

    Secondly, implementing and documenting product development and workflows is also tricky. Another problem is re-designing the same engineering part multiple times. Lastly, managing change orders and bringing new users up-to-date can also be a problem.

    57% said the biggest problem was bringing new users up to ‘full fluency’ on accessing product data.

    One of the best ways to enhance your product data management is through the use of multi-CAD solutions like DDM CAD, which can support CAD software like SOLIDWORKS.

    Winning in terms of ease of implementation, speed, configurability, support for multiple systems and price, DDM CAD can help you manage all aspects of CAD.

    Providing full lifecycle management, DDM CAD provides complete control of parts, models, drawings and office documents. Its features include a quick and powerful search retrieval facility and configurable auto-numbering.

    Discover how PDM can help SOLIDWORKS today.


  • Unlock The Ultimate PDM Solution For IronCAD Users

    Unlock The Ultimate PDM Solution For IronCAD Users

    IronCAD is a dynamic tool for engineers and designers, blending feature-based design with direct editing seamlessly. However, managing the substantial data produced can be challenging.

    This is where Design Data Manager’s base product, DDM CAD, plays a crucial role.

    Why Opt for DDM as Your PDM Solution?

    Design Data Manager provides a smarter, more efficient approach to data management. With decades of experience in data management, our software ensures exceptional reliability and secure protection of your assets while using IronCAD.

    Designed to enhance the design process, DDM CAD features a part/model-centric system that accurately maintains historical versions. It’s a cost-effective solution with no hidden fees for additional modules. Key features include revision control for CAD parts, assemblies, and drawings; lifecycle management for office documents; robust search and retrieval capabilities; and configurable numbering systems.

    Our PDM solutions also enhance collaboration by enabling secure access for external partners and stakeholders, thus creating a more cooperative environment and significantly reducing project timelines.

    With strong security protocols in place, DDM CAD gives users confidence amid growing cybersecurity concerns.

    Our solution is tailored to integrate seamlessly with existing IronCAD workflows, minimising the learning curve for teams. This ensures a smooth transition and rapid adoption, allowing professionals to focus on what they do best—creating innovative solutions.

    Discover How DDM Can Help Transform Your Projects

    If you’re interested in learning how Design Data Manager can enhance your design and engineering projects, we’d love to hear from you. We are committed to supporting your ambitions with our solutions.

    For a quote or more information about our services, please call us at 01635 551553 or fill out the contact form on our website. We look forward to assisting you.


  • Transform SolidWorks with DDM’ s Advanced PDM Software

    Transform SolidWorks with DDM’ s Advanced PDM Software

    Fed up with navigating through endless design files, maintaining version control, and achieving smooth collaboration with your team? Your search ends here! 

    Our advanced Product Data Management (PDM) software at DDM is set to revolutionise your SolidWorks journey, making your workflow more efficient and boosting productivity.

    Master Version Control: Gain full command over your design changes. With our PDM for SolidWorks, you’re equipped with robust version control tools, enabling you to track revisions, revert to previous versions, and work together with confidence.

    Streamlined Teamwork: Forget the chaos of juggling multiple file versions and disjointed team communication. Our PDM solution integrates seamlessly with SolidWorks, offering a unified space for all your design data. This enables effortless collaboration across your team, ensuring everyone is on the same page with the latest, most accurate files.

    Superior Security: Safeguard your intellectual assets with our advanced security features. Our PDM system keeps your crucial design data secure, backed by customisable access permissions and audit trails for full traceability.

    Flexible and Scalable: Our PDM solution caters to teams of all sizes, from small groups to large enterprises. Future-proof your design workflows and scale effortlessly with your growing needs.

    Workflow Efficiency: Make your design process leaner and meaner. Our PDM software is designed to cut down on administrative tasks, freeing you up to concentrate on what you do best – creating innovative solutions.

    An affordable software solution that works for you

    Our PDM solution for SolidWorks is not only highly affordable, it comes with exceptional support from our experienced engineers. It is always designed to support the latest version of SolidWorks and offers a quick turnaround on your investment.

    Ready to transform your SolidWorks experience? Embrace the efficiency of our leading-edge PDM solution and unleash the full potential of your design team. Experience streamlined collaboration, unrivalled version control, and unparalleled productivity. 

    Don’t miss out on this design revolution – get in touch today to discover more. Just use our contact form online or email support@csi-europe.com for any queries or questions.

    Your premier choice for PDM for SolidWorks software solutions starts with us!


  • Transforming PDM For SOLIDWORKS With DDM CAD

    Transforming PDM For SOLIDWORKS With DDM CAD

    Are you on the hunt for that elusive element that could dramatically boost your business’s operational efficiency? 

    If you’re navigating the complexities of product development with SOLIDWORKS, it’s time to introduce you to the transformative capabilities of DDM CAD software.

    Revolutionising Data Management with DDM

    At Design Data Manager (DDM), we’re not just participants in the PDM software arena; we’re trailblazers. Our cutting-edge DDM CAD software is redefining the norms of data management, offering an unprecedented blend of speed and efficiency. This isn’t about keeping pace; it’s about setting the pace, ensuring that your project workflows are as streamlined and effective as possible.

    Imagine a world where data management no longer feels like a chore but instead becomes the backbone of your project’s success, driving efficiency and innovation at every turn. That’s the world DDM CAD invites you to.

    Beyond SOLIDWORKS: A Universal Solution

    While we pride ourselves on creating a solution that’s in perfect harmony with SOLIDWORKS users, our vision extends beyond a single platform. DDM CAD is designed to seamlessly integrate with an array of CAD systems, including Solid Edge, IronCAD and many more. This broad compatibility ensures that whatever your CAD environment, you can enjoy the benefits of enhanced efficiency, innovation, and productivity.

    This adaptability has led our clients to describe DDM CAD as the “best investment ever,” recognising it not just as a tool for managing data but as a catalyst for redefining their entire design and development process.

    Empowering Businesses with DDM

    We’re passionate about levelling the playing field, providing businesses with the tools they need to compete on a global scale. It’s not just about managing data; it’s about unlocking your business’s full potential.

    Keen to see how our solution can transform your SOLIDWORKS experience? Do not hesitate to get in touch for more detailed information, we’re excited to show you how we can boost your design success. Just use our contact form online or email support@csi-europe.com for any queries or questions.

    Alternatively, for an efficient and fast way to get started, just request a quote online using this form and a member of our team will get back to you with the details.