DesignSource Technology Announces PDM/Works Add-in for SolidWorks

DesignSource Technology has announced the availability of PDM/Works, a new add-in that provides a fully functional project data management (PDM) solution for design organizations using SolidWorks 3D solid modeling software. This innovative solution is designed to cater to the needs of SolidWorks users worldwide, offering a cost-effective and user-friendly alternative to traditional PDM tools. With PDM/Works, SolidWorks users can take advantage of a fully integrated PDM solution that is extremely easy to use, with a five-minute learning curve, and is affordably priced at $395.

Key Takeaways:

• PDM/Works is a fully functional project data management (PDM) solution for design organizations using SolidWorks 3D solid modeling software.
• The add-in provides superior ease-of-use capabilities and a rapid learning curve, making it an attractive option for users.
• PDM/Works is a fraction of the cost of traditional PDM tools, priced at $395.
• The solution is designed to provide a fundamental shift in the way PDM solutions are implemented and used in the MCAD industry.
• SolidWorks users worldwide can take advantage of the fully integrated PDM solution.
• The partnership with DesignSource Technology is an exciting development for SolidWorks, with Joe Dunne, manager of SolidWorks Gold Partner Program, stating that the company is committed to providing the best solid modeling tools available.

Statistics:

• SolidWorks has sold over 30,000 seats of software to over 10,500 customers in 3 years of shipping product.
• The company has offices worldwide and distributes its products through a network of 200 resellers selling in 43 countries.
• PDM/Works provides a five-minute learning curve, making it extremely easy to use.

Sources:

• Business Wire - July 7, 1999 - "SolidWorks Corporation Announces Milestone - 30,000th Customer”
• Business Wire - July 7, 1999 - “DesignSource Technology Announces Availability of PDM/Works for SolidWorks Users Worldwide”
• SolidWorks Corporation press release (no specific date provided) - “SolidWorks Corporation Milestones in Product Sales and Customer Adoption”