SDRC's Metaphase Enterprise Software Deployed by Oki Electric Industry Co., Ltd.
SDRC, a leading provider of enterprise product development solutions, announced that Oki Electric Industry Co., Ltd. has fully deployed its enterprise product data management (PDM) system based on SDRC's market-leading Metaphase Enterprise software. Oki is using this production implementation of Metaphase to develop and manufacture its information communication system products, aiming to shorten the development cycle and improve overall productivity in its Takasaki district.
Key Takeaways:
- Oki Electric Industry Co., Ltd. has fully deployed SDRC's Metaphase Enterprise software for its enterprise product data management (PDM) system.
- The deployment will enable Oki to shorten the development cycle and improve overall productivity in its Takasaki district.
- Metaphase Enterprise facilitates the integrated management of all Oki technical data relating to the development of information system apparatus products.
- Oki will use Metaphase to manage and control product data and the product development process, as well as manage configuration data more efficiently.
- The software automates workflow processes, such as drawing review or recognition, and visual management of the design process.
- Metaphase integrates with the Baan IV enterprise resource planning system for sales and production management, providing an effective supply chain for Oki.
- SDRC's Metaphase Enterprise software has solidified its position as the leading PDM supplier in the Asian market.
- The deployment marks production success with industry leaders like Oki, enabling Metaphase to lead the PDM market in the Asian sector and worldwide.
Statistics:
- 21,000 employees worldwide work for Oki Electric Industry Co., Ltd.
- SDRC employs more than 2,400 people worldwide.
- 75 offices in 17 countries operate under SDRC worldwide.
- Metaphase Enterprise manages 3D CAD data, drawings, and specifications worldwide.
- Oki selected Metaphase Enterprise for its ability to automate workflow and manage the visual components of design change.
Sources:
- SDRC (Structural Dynamics Research Corporation)
- Oki Electric Industry Co., Ltd.
- SDRC Press Release: February 2, 1999
- Oki Electric Industry Co., Ltd. website: http://www.oki.com
- Metaphase Technology Division website: http://www.metaphasetech.com/
- SDRC website: http://www.sdrc.com/