SAP PLM

Integration of PLM data and processes with systems and stakeholders.

• Linking data in a single "product master"
• Transparency of change impact for stakeholders
• Support for integrating PLM with downstream processes (production, supply chain)
• Integration options for change management scenarios
• Integration of PLM functions with document management in SAP

Control of product changes and related objects throughout the process.

• Changes to objects (e.g., BOMs, materials, documents) with an effective date
• Change record as the central change management object in PLM
• Linking documents to SAP objects (e.g., material, BOM, routing)
• Visibility of change impact across product and execution areas
• Change management integration scenarios for SAP S/4HANA

Management of product documents within PLM.

• Creating and maintaining documents in the context of SAP PLM
• Using SAP Easy Document Management in integration with PLM
• Linking documents to business and technical objects
• Support for working with documents during the change process
• Structuring document flow throughout the product development process

Organizing project work around product development.

• Managing project work within the PLM area
• A shared framework for collaborating on product development initiatives
• Better coordination of activities across the product lifecycle
• Linking project work to product data
• Support for end-to-end delivery transparency

Functions supporting compliance and control of requirements in PLM.

• The "Compliance" area as part of SAP PLM capabilities
• Consistent work on product data against compliance requirements
• Better visibility of changes and their impact on the product
• Structuring information across the entire product lifecycle
• Tracking the context of decisions in product development