What’s the Difference between Autodesk Vault and Aras Innovator?

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What’s the Difference between Autodesk Vault and Aras Innovator?

As a long time partner to Autodesk, we have in recent years developed integrations technologies that bridge Vault with other applications.  In particular, this has been facilitated by Vault Connect, a solution marketed and sold by Autodesk.  Given our work with Aras, we encounter prospects that also use and/or are considering the use of Vault.  As a result, it not uncommon to get the question … “what’s the difference between Autodesk Vault and Aras Innovator?”

 

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An Interview with Dana Nickerson: What you Need to Know About Component Supplier Management and How to Spot Future Opportunities - July 21, 2015

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An Interview with Dana Nickerson: What you Need to Know About Component Supplier Management and How to Spot Future Opportunities - July 21, 2015

For manufacturing organizations treating a large number of parts, component supplier management is a critical discipline that directly impacts costs of goods (CoG) and cost of quality.  Dana Nickerson has a long rich history in this space, both as a practitioner and consultant.

 

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Recent Interview with Dick Bourke, Industry Analyst and Iconic Figure in Industry - June 2, 2015

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Recent Interview with Dick Bourke, Industry Analyst and Iconic Figure in Industry - June 2, 2015

If we look at ERP and PLM, we can see some parallels in their development and maturity.  Before ERP there was MRP, or material requirements planning, which was strictly the core modules necessary to plan material requirements, quantities, inventories and due dates.  Properly structured bill of materials for manufacturing planning purposes or what’s now called the M-Bomb were critical along with inventory accuracy.  Then, as a broader set of applications began to emerge, the name ERP or enterprise resource planning took hold.  This now includes CRM, financials, HR, and many other applications meant to run the business. 

 

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Aras’ Community Event (ACE) 2015 Observations - May 12 ,2015

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Aras’ Community Event (ACE) 2015 Observations - May 12 ,2015

A couple of weeks ago, during April 22 to 24, Aras Corporation held their annual Aras Community Event or what is known as ACE.  The event was held in Detroit and was attended by customers and partners from around the world.  It was by far the best event for both its organization and attendance in the company’s 15 year history...

 

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