PLM Consulting /// Process Analysis /// Strategy
PLM consulting that starts with your processes – not the software
Inefficient data management, duplicate work, a lack of transparency throughout the product lifecycle? We systematically analyze your current situation using the OptiCore Framework and use that analysis to develop a strategy tailored to your company – regardless of how far along you are with PLM today.
Why PLM projects often stall
PLM is not about buying software; it is a company-wide concept: Engineering, purchasing, manufacturing, sales, and service should all be able to access the same, up-to-date data. This is precisely where many projects fail – not because of the technology, but because processes, responsibilities, and data structures were never properly thought through beforehand.
That’s why we don’t start with software selection—we start with your processes. Only once it’s clear how data should actually flow within your company do we discuss the right system and the specific implementation.
25+ years
PLM experience in medium-sized businesses, since 1999.
OptiCore Framework
Our methodology for process analysis and vision development.
ISO 9001:2015
Certified – reliable quality in consulting and implementation.
How we work
From process to a viable PLM strategy
Using the OptiCore Framework, we structure every PLM consulting project into four clear steps.
Analysis
We systematically assess your existing processes, data structures, and vulnerabilities throughout the product lifecycle.
Vision & Roadmap
The analysis results in a realistic vision with a prioritized roadmap – tailored to your resources.
System decision
We'll show you which system and configuration best meet your needs.
Introduction & Change
Training programs and change management ensure that the new solution is truly adopted in day-to-day operations.
Our Services
System-independent PLM consulting
Strategy & Roadmap
Vision for your company
A clear, realistic vision rather than a generic blueprint – tailored to the industry and company size.
- PLM Maturity Assessment
- Roadmap with clear milestones
- Cost-Benefit Analysis of Planned Measures
System Selection
From the problem to the solution
We translate your requirements into concrete system decisions – with particular expertise in the Siemens ecosystem.
- List of Requirements & Evaluation Criteria
- In-Depth Implementation Expertise for Teamcenter & NX
- Assessment of Effort, Duration, and Risk
Introduction & Change
Ensuring the strategy takes root in everyday life
Even the best roadmap is of little use if the organization doesn't get on board. We actively support the transition.
- Training Programs for Different Roles
- Change Management & Communication
- Ongoing performance measurement following implementation
Process Analysis
OptiCore Framework
A structured analysis of your design, approval, and change processes as the basis for any further decisions.
- Process and Vulnerability Analysis Throughout the Product Life Cycle
- Evaluation of Existing Systems and Data Structures
- Prioritization Based on Effort and Impact
Do you already know which system is right for you?
Go directly to the right solution
Teamcenter
Consulting, administration, migration, training, and support for your existing or planned Teamcenter environment.
Designcenter NX
Consulting, engineering, customization, and training for your Designcenter NX.
Why DRWE
Consulting with a focus on implementation rather than just a collection of slides
Process before software
We start with your processes, not with a pre-packaged product offering.
Implementation skills
For us, strategy actually translates into a working solution.
Focus on small and medium-sized businesses
Consulting services tailored to the scale and pace of small and medium-sized businesses.
Transparent positioning
We're open about where our strengths lie – in Siemens NX and Teamcenter.
Ready for a PLM strategy that's right for you?
Tell us about your current situation – we’ll show you possible ways to get there.FAQ
Frequently asked questions about PLM consulting at DRWE
Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) ensures that everyone involved in the product can access the right data at the right time – from the initial design concept through manufacturing and sales to service. PLM is therefore less a single software solution and more a company-wide concept comprising processes, data, and systems.
Yes, often that's exactly when. Many companies only utilize a fraction of their system's potential because their processes have evolved over time and are no longer aligned with current requirements. We use the OptiCore Framework to analyze exactly where the gap between the system and the process lies.
Our process and strategy consulting is fundamentally platform-agnostic – we always start with your requirements, not with a specific software solution. Our deepest technical expertise lies in Siemens NX and Teamcenter, which is why most of our PLM projects are implemented within this ecosystem. We’re being upfront with you so you know exactly where you stand.
Using the OptiCore Framework, we first assess your processes and requirements, develop a target vision with a roadmap based on them, and then guide you through the system selection and implementation processes. The scope depends on your current situation – ranging from a targeted process analysis to comprehensive strategy development.
We specialize in mid-sized companies – those that are already using PLM systems or want to implement them, but lack both the internal resources and the experience to work with a large enterprise consulting firm. This is precisely the segment in which we have focused our core expertise since 1999.
That depends largely on the scope – from a one-day process analysis to several months of strategy support. The best thing to do is to describe your current situation to us, and we’ll prepare a customized proposal.