Aras Innovator and OpenText Extended ECM Integration
/The integration between Aras Innovator and OpenText Extended ECM represents a powerful collaboration between two leading platforms in the enterprise software space. Aras Innovator, a robust Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) platform, and OpenText Extended ECM, a leader in enterprise content management, can now be combined to streamline data management, enhance collaboration, and improve operational efficiency for organizations.
What the Integration Does
This integration enables seamless communication and data exchange between Aras Innovator and OpenText Extended ECM. Key features include:
automated publishing: CAD (2D and 3D) PDFs, related files, and product data are automatically published to OpenText upon release
synchronized metadata: file URLs from OpenText are synchronized and merged with parts and Bill of Materials (BOM) metadata, which can then be published to ERP systems like SAP
problem reporting: OpenText users can now initiate problem reports (PRs) that automatically trigger the creation of corresponding PRs in Aras Innovator
bi-directional attribute federation: attributes are federated bi-directionally, ensuring consistency and accuracy across both platforms
Benefits of the Integration
Integrating Aras Innovator with OpenText Extended ECM extends the digital thread for engineering and manufacturing companies while providing capabilities that dramatically lower the overall cost-of-quality (CoQ).
enhanced data governance: OpenText provides comprehensive data governance, including DoD 5015.2-certified records management for unstructured content and physical records
streamlined workflows: the integration automates key processes, such as publishing CAD files and synchronizing metadata, reducing manual effort and errors
improved collaboration: by linking PLM data with enterprise content management, teams and applications across departments now have seamless access to released product information
cost efficiency: the integration reduces implementation time, licensing fees, and overall cost of ownership, making it a cost-effective solution for large organizations
scalability: with OpenText being widely deployed among Fortune 100 companies, the integration is designed to support thousands of users, making it suitable for enterprises of all sizes
How It Works
The integration leverages REST APIs to facilitate communication between the two platforms. There is NO CODE at the end points. All the logic is in vdR’s middleware solution called Nexus®. When a release occurs in Aras Innovator, relevant files and data are automatically published to OpenText. OpenText, in turn, synchronizes file URLs and metadata with Aras, which can be utilized by other enterprise systems like ERP. Additionally, OpenText users can initiate workflows, such as problem reporting, that are automatically reflected in Aras Innovator. This bi-directional flow of information ensures that both systems remain synchronized and up-to-date.
In summary, the integration between Aras Innovator and OpenText Extended ECM bridges the gap between PLM and ECM, offering organizations a unified solution for managing product data and enterprise content. By automating processes, enhancing collaboration, and ensuring data consistency, this integration delivers significant value to enterprises looking to optimize their operations.
Aras Innovator and OpenText Working Together