Unlock the Full Potential of Autodesk Vault
Autodesk Vault is a powerful product data management (PDM) system, but only if it is implemented correctly. Too often, companies purchase Vault but never unlock its full value. Files remain scattered, version control issues persist, and costly mistakes occur.
At SolidCAD, we have helped hundreds of organizations transform Vault into a system that works simply, clearly, and effectively. With the right setup, your engineers, designers, and project managers can focus on innovation and delivery, not chasing files.
What is Autodesk Vault?
Autodesk Vault is a secure PDM solution for design and engineering teams. It centralizes CAD files, manages versions, protects against overwrites, and ensures everyone works from a single source of truth.
No more asking “Which file is the right one?” Vault gives you the answer every time.
What is Autodesk Fusion Manage (PLM)?
Autodesk Fusion Manage is a cloud-based product lifecycle management (PLM) platform. While Vault controls and protects your engineering data, Fusion Manage connects that data to enterprise-wide processes such as change management, quality, bills of materials (BOMs), and supplier collaboration.
Vault and Fusion Manage: A Connected Workflow
Vault and Fusion Manage are stronger together. Vault secures design files at the engineering level, while Fusion Manage extends that information into organization-wide workflows. Together, they bridge the gap between CAD data and business operations, ensuring decisions are based on accurate, up-to-date information across departments.
Our Proven Vault Implementation Process
Unlike “install and go” approaches, SolidCAD delivers a complete implementation designed for clarity, adoption, and long-term success. With decades of consulting experience, our agile method delivers results in weeks, not months:
- Map It: We document your current processes, workflows, and system needs.
- Build It: We configure Vault Professional to align with your requirements, from user permissions to workspace design.
- Use It: We train your team hands-on, ensuring confidence and independence.
With SolidCAD, you do not just get a working Vault system, you get the knowledge and confidence to keep it running at its best.
Best Practices for Autodesk Vault Implementation
Implementing Vault correctly from day one prevents frustration and accelerates ROI. Our six proven best practices include:
- Define Goals Early: Focus on solving challenges like version control or collaboration.
- Clean Data Before Migration: Eliminate duplicates and standardize file naming.
- Start Simple: Begin with core functions before adding advanced workflows.
- Train Teams Often: Reinforce both the how and the why of Vault adoption.
- Appoint a Vault Champion: Create an internal go-to person for quick support.
- Review Regularly: Conduct quarterly reviews to refine workflows and permissions.
Why Choose SolidCAD for Autodesk Vault and PLM Implementation
Partnering with SolidCAD means more than technical setup, it means clarity, confidence, and ongoing success.
- Accredited Vault Starter Pack Provider: Recognized by Autodesk for delivering Vault Starter Pack solutions.
- PLM Specialists: We connect Vault with real-world PLM workflows, ensuring your system scales with your business.
- Autodesk Platinum Partner: Proven expertise, training, and support across industries.
We simplify the complex, protect you from costly mistakes, and deliver a connected Vault and PLM system you can trust.
Autodesk Vault FAQs
What is Autodesk Vault?
A PDM tool that stores, manages and tracks engineering data, ensuring secure collaboration and version control.
How long does implementation take?
Most projects take 4–8 weeks, depending on migration and training. The Starter Bundle can be deployed faster.
Can Vault integrate with ERP or PLM?
Yes, we specialize in integrating Autodesk Vault with ERP systems and Autodesk Fusion Manage for seamless data flow.
Do you provide training?
Yes, we offer hands-on, role-based training and are an Autodesk Learning Partner and Authorized Training Center
What’s the ROI of Vault?
Organizations see faster file retrieval, fewer errors, reduced rework and improved collaboration, saving time and money.
Do you provide Vault customization and integration services?
Yes — we configure Vault to match your workflows and integrate with systems like ERP, PLM, and Fusion Manage.
Do you offer Autodesk Vault training for my team?
Yes, we provide hands-on training tailored to roles, ensuring every user can confidently work in Vault. We are also a Autodesk Learning Partner and recognized as an authorized training center.
What kind of post-implementation support do you provide?
We offer ongoing technical support, workflow optimization, and periodic health checks to keep Vault running smoothly.
Are you an Autodesk-certified implementation partner?
Yes — we’re an Autodesk-certified platinum partner with proven expertise in Vault setup, training, and optimization. We are also specialized under Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) and have accreditation under Autodesk Vault Starter Pack.
Ready to streamline your data and processes?
Book a consultation with SolidCAD experts and learn how Vault and Fusion Manage work together to transform the way your team collaborates and delivers.