
Ask the Expert: Why Manufacturers Need a Connected Systems Approach
Unlock efficiency and drive innovation from design to production.
Navigating manufacturing challenges like slowing demand, rising costs, and labor shortages is no easy feat. To gain expert insights, IndustryWeek interviewed Florian Harzenetter, Global Advisor for Industrials at PTC, where he explains how interconnected systems link product design, manufacturing, and service to drive efficiency and innovation.
Highlights include:
- Aligning PLM and ERP systems creates a digital thread for better collaboration and visibility
- Early design optimization reduces costs and enhances downstream processes
- Servitization unlocks new revenue streams with customer-tailored solutions
- SaaS and AI are essential tools to stay competitive
View the Ask the Expert article to see how bridging system gaps can transform operations and maximize your data’s potential.
