S1 Ep19: PLM Upgrades: Maximizing Business Value with Every Upgrade

What do you get when you mix a kid who has an unquenchable thirst to learn, who is empathetic, diligent, obsessed with solving problems, is nick-named “the Professor” who believes in the Dale Carnegie philosophy that you earn people’s time by being prepared, who is believed to have no heart-beat because of his unmatched endurance and overcomes all challenges through his shear optimism?  Be prepared to be inspired by listening to this interview with ArcherGrey’s retired kid, Larry Leu.

Similar to Shel Silverstein’s poem, “The Missing Piece,” companies often times roll transformational programs forward with a missing piece.  All traditional components of the program checklist are addressed…Technology, PMO, Functional, Technical, Training, Support.  What’s the missing piece?  Listen to the thought leader and executive advisor, Wayne Burkan, explain how behaviors keep companies from realizing the full potential value of their programs.

Listen to Part 2 of a 2 part series where Anton Wilson, RFA & CPG executive advisor, zeroes in on factories, cost structures, true measure of profitability and the trends of the future. 

It is rare to be able to sit with a Retail, Footwear, Apparel & Consumer Packaging Goods (RFA & CPG) executive who can describe intimate details of key ways they helped contribute to brands transformation over the course of three decades.   This 2-Part series is full of ways to capture business value that is rooted in real-life examples.  We touch on the evolution of denim; the challenges of overcoming quality and consistency while moving production to other countries; the importance of language, culture and influence of politics in your supply chain; Single Piece Flow Lean Manufacturing; domestic manufacturing; strategic sourcing; sustainability…whew!   If you don’t walk away from this discussion with an enhanced perspective of the RFA/CPG industry, then click the rewind button.   Anton Wilson, RFA/CPG executive advisor, shares his knowledge and perspectives with the concluding belief that transparency is the secret for companies to build a stronger bond with their customers. 

We've all felt it: that nagging void, that sense of something missing. Ever wondered if there's more to the world of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)? In this episode, host Patrick Sullivan dives deep into the rebranding journey from "PLM Quick 30" to the now-evolved "PLM Evolution". But what's in a name? If you've ever scratched your head over terms like CAD, digital twins, or bill of materials, you're in for a treat. Join us as we unravel the intricacies of PLM, with insights from industry experts and a deep dive into topics like model-based design, sustainability, compliance, and so much more. Discover how PLM isn't just about products but about connecting data, making informed decisions, and driving operational efficiency. Whether you're a newbie to PLM or a seasoned pro, this episode promises an evolution in understanding. So, are you ready to bridge that void and embark on the PLM journey?

Building a team is not only about skill set and capacity. Understanding inclusivity and how it can help your team thrive is a key component to building a winning team. Trish Torizzo, CEO and Founder of Ascentiya and managing partner of Triple Hill Consulting, shares her insight as a former CIO on how to address D, E and I (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) and build teams that succeed.

Do you know how UDI impacts your digital journey? If your company is challenged by regulatory & quality compliance, you should know how to scale up while solving challenges from changing regulations.  Sajesh Murali and Patrick Sullivan, from ArcherGrey, and Caroline Byrd, VP of Regulatory, Quality, and Clinical at Nexturn discuss UDI regulatory strategies that can help your business processes. 

Attention COO’s, VP’s & Director’s of Manufacturing for Manufacturing companies - would clear and unambiguous data help reduce the amount of firefighting? Listen in as Patrick Sullivan and Jennifer from Action Engineering uncover the enigmas behind MBD/MDE. Make sure you listen for the 3 major incentives as to why executives are interested in this being a key initiative in your digital journey. 

 Are you suffering from complex migration anxiety? If so, you understand that migrating your data from one system to another can be a huge undertaking with many unforeseen challenges. Aditya Mahapatro, from ArcherGrey, shares his philosophy around how he has been victorious in confrontation with some of the industry’s most complex data migrations to date. Listen to this episode of the PLM Quick 30 to find out how his advice boils down to a simple mantra.

In this episode, Retail Footwear & Apparel Industry Expert, Kelly Price, shares her experience and key considerations for maximizing the business value from PLM upgrades. As we approach mid-year, PTC's FlexPLM upgrade to v12 is at the center of our discussion.