SolidWorks PDM 2017 Professional CAD Editor & Web - Network License

SolidWorks PDM 2017 Professional CAD Editor & Web - Network License

Unlock robust product data management capabilities with SolidWorks PDM 2017 Professional. This network license provides a powerful solution for organizations to control, manage, and track their product design data and related files. Even as an older version, PDM 2017 Professional offers a stable and feature-rich environment, particularly beneficial for companies maintaining existing workflows or requiring compatibility with specific legacy systems.

The CAD Editor component allows users with CAD software (like SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Inventor, etc.) to fully interact with the PDM vault: check files in/out, manage versions and revisions, participate in automated workflows, and more. The Web access component extends PDM capabilities to non-CAD users via a web browser, enabling them to search, view, print, and participate in workflows (e.g., approvals) from anywhere.

Key Capabilities:

• Secure File Vaulting: Centralized storage for all product data, including CAD models, drawings, specifications, and related documentation, preventing data loss and unauthorized access.
• Revision and Version Control: Automatically track changes to files, maintain a complete history, and easily revert to previous versions, ensuring everyone works with the correct data.
• Automated Workflows: Design and implement electronic approval processes (e.g., engineering change orders - ECOs) to streamline development, review, and release cycles.
• Advanced Search Tools: Quickly find files based on metadata, custom properties, filenames, or content, saving significant time.
• Bill of Materials (BOM) Management: Create, manage, and compare different versions of BOMs, often derived directly from CAD data.
• Collaboration: Facilitates teamwork by providing a single source of truth for design data, reducing errors and improving communication across departments.
• Audit Trails: Maintain a comprehensive log of all activities, providing full traceability for compliance and quality control.
• CAD Integration: Seamlessly integrates with SolidWorks and other popular CAD systems, allowing designers to manage data directly from their design environment.
• Web Client Access: Provides browser-based access for users who need to view, review, or approve documents without requiring a full CAD Editor license or installation.

Ideal For:

• Engineering and manufacturing companies of all sizes.
• Organizations involved in product development and design.
• Industries such as:
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Industrial Equipment & Machinery
  • Automotive & Transportation
  • Aerospace & Defense
  • Consumer Product Design
  • Medical Device Manufacturing
  • Electronics
• Companies needing to maintain compatibility with existing SolidWorks 2017 installations or specific project requirements tied to this version.

Suitable User Roles:

• Design Engineers / Mechanical Engineers: For creating, modifying, and managing CAD data.
• CAD Managers / Administrators: For setting up, customizing, and maintaining the PDM system.
• Draftspersons: For creating and managing 2D drawings and related documentation.
• Project Managers: For overseeing project progress, managing deliverables, and participating in approval workflows.
• Manufacturing Personnel: For accessing up-to-date drawings and BOMs for production.
• Quality Assurance Teams: For reviewing designs and documentation, and managing quality-related processes.
• Sales & Marketing Teams: For accessing product information and visuals (via Web client).
• External Collaborators/Suppliers: For controlled access to specific project data (often via Web client).

License Type:

This is a Network License, meaning it can be shared among multiple users on a network. The number of concurrent users is limited by the number of licenses purchased. It includes both CAD Editor (for full CAD integration) and Web access capabilities.

Note: As this is an older version (2017), please ensure compatibility with your existing software environment and operating systems before purchasing.