Overview
Change remains the sole constant in the world. The ancient Greek philosopher Heraclitus astutely noted that one cannot step into the same river twice, as even the rocks are subject to transformation over time. This principle resonates deeply within our manufacturing and engineering sectors today. Despite our efforts to standardize designs and products, change is inevitable. Surprisingly, the majority of these changes are driven by noble intentions. Upon examining products that have undergone modifications, it becomes evident that they are often enhanced for safety, efficiency, and suitability for end users. However, the challenge within the manufacturing industry lies in effectively communicating these product or process alterations throughout the organization.
Why choose SolidCAD?
One of the primary hurdles confronting our clients today is effectively communicating change. Requests for change often come through various channels (emails, phone calls, or face-to-face interactions), and by the time they reach the intended recipient, there’s little time left for thorough analysis of the change’s impact; only reaction time remains.
Our Approach
SolidCAD’s consulting team has devised a comprehensive change management plan to empower our clients to address changes proactively. Our plan is enhanced by our Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) change management software.
Leveraging change management software, our consultants have established standardized workflows, templates, procedures, tasks, and notifications to automate change management processes. Through the implementation of our change management tools, we’ve enabled our clients to adopt a proactive approach.
Change Management Services & Benefits
Our clients benefit from a standardized process for recording changes, effectively communicating them to relevant stakeholders, and monitoring their progress seamlessly. Where our consulting team have developed the following change management plans:
- Engineering Change Notification (ECN)
- Engineering Change Request (ECR)
- Engineering Change Order (ECO)
- Bill of Materials (BOM) revision control
- Digital inspection and change reporting forms and workflows
Efficient Change Management Planning
We streamline change management with automated workflows, enabling proactive handling of changes, reducing errors, and improving efficiency.
Enhanced Communication & Collaboration
With dedicated plans like ECN, ECR, and ECO, SolidCAD ensures transparent communication across teams, facilitating effective collaboration and informed decision-making.
Continuous Product Improvement
SolidCAD’s approach allows for consistent product enhancements focused on safety, efficiency, and user suitability, aligning with noble intentions for product development.
Our Success Stories:
D-Wave
3D-P
Starline Windows
CMAC-Thyssen
Machinage Piché
Aethera Technologies
Our Resources:
AutoCAD Resources: In the Autodesk Cloud
Software Technology
Autodesk PLM software offers a comprehensive platform where changes are meticulously defined, reviewed, approved, and implemented within a collaborative environment. Configurable workflows within the software provide clear visibility into the necessary details for approving Engineering Change Notice (ECN), Engineering Change Request (ECR), or Engineering Change Order (ECO). This streamlined process ensures that all stakeholders have access to the information they need, facilitating efficient decision-making and seamless implementation of changes across the organization.
Our Recent Success
These real-life cases illustrate how we’ve empowered businesses to streamline their operations, breaking down silos and enhance interdepartmental communication. Each story is a testament to how our strategic approach has not only solved complex issues but paved the way for seamless and productive workflows.
D-Wave
3D-P
Resources
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Blogs
The Role of PLM in Streamlining New Product Development
Additional resources
Benefits of going to a SaaS Platform
How we can help
If you’re considering enhancing your change management plans or transitioning to digital communication of changes, our consultants are here to assist you. We’re committed to comprehensively understanding your challenges and collaborating with you to identify tailored solutions for your organization. Together, we can work towards implementing strategies that optimize your change management processes and streamline communication of changes, ultimately driving efficiency and effectiveness across your organization.