A new Approach to Spare Parts Management

Creating spare part catalogs is a complex task. It requires careful planning, efficient data management systems and continuous updates. The new cloud-based web application Cideon Sparify simplifies this process. In the online catalog, spare parts are visualized in 3D and are therefore easily selectable for end customers. Full data consistency is the key: CAD models from the engineering department and data from the PDM system can be easily integrated.

Gräfelfing, January 23, 2024 – Providing customers with spare parts is a challenging task. Traditionally, different departments, such as engineering and customer service, and sometimes redundant systems are involved in the process. This makes data maintenance difficicult. With Cideon Sparify, this process is simplified and standardized.

Spare parts management made "easy"

Cideon Sparify – developed on the foundation of Autodesk Platform Services – uses the CAD models of the engineering as well as PDM data (if available) and visualizes them in an online spare parts catalog. The 3D representation in the spare parts viewer simplifies the selection process for the end customer. But there’s more: if required, the order process can also be automated. Rolf Lisse, Managing Director of Cideon, explains: "A lot of information is already available in the PDM system, such as the order number of a spare part. Based on the CAD data, a 3D viewer display of the product is then created, in which the end customer can directly select the spare parts they need." Access is provided via a web link or an iFrame integration on the company’s website. Thanks to the simple user guidance and clear labelling, incorrect orders can be minimized from the very beginning.

Flexible use with or without PDM

Cideon Sparify is now available in two versions: The basic solution is used in cases in which companies have already classified spare parts in the PDM system (preferably Autodesk Vault). The existing spare parts information can be uploaded into the new web application. However, if the structures have to be set up first, the professional solution of Cideon Sparify is used. With the help of Cideon consultants, CAD and PDM data is first merged into a single source of truth and then uploaded to the spare parts viewer. Therefore, existing data can be re-used centrally and without any intermediate steps. If required, the software can be individually expanded – for example to include automated order processing.

The Advantages of Cideon Sparify at a Glance:

  • Reduced manual catalog maintenance
  • No redundant work
  • Smooth transfer of CAD models from the engineering department
  • Transfer of important meta data from the PDM system
  • Modern medium for spare parts distribution
  • Simple change processes for updates
  • Reduced workload for the spare parts department

This significantly reduces the workload for suppliers. The change process is clearly defined and linked to the engineering model. If the model is modified, the upload simply has to be restarted. The new, updated model is therefore always available in the application in almost real time.

More info at: www.cideon.com

Über die CIDEON Software & Services GmbH & Co. KG

CIDEON advises and supports companies in optimizing their product development processes – from the initial concept through to engineering, production and services.

CIDEON is a system integrator and process consultant and thereby knows and understands the challenges faced by companies in digital transformation. CIDEON’s innovative solutions ensure continuous data flow along process chains making data accessible and cost-effective throughout the company. In this way, CIDEON’s customers can fully exploit the potential of digitalization to benefit themselves and their clients.

CIDEON uses the latest CAD/CAM and PDM/PLM software solutions as well as self-developed inhouse software. CIDEON is an Autodesk Platinum Partner for German speaking locations, an SAP Platinum Build Partner as well as a software partner to Dassault Systèmes and PROCAD.

CIDEON employs more than 300 staff at 13 locations in Germany and Austria and is part of the Friedhelm Loh Group. The family business operates successfully worldwide with more than 12 production facilities and over 95 subsidiaries. The Group includes companies such as Rittal, Eplan, Stahlo and LKH.

Further information can be found at www.cideon.com and www.friedhelm-loh-group.com.

Firmenkontakt und Herausgeber der Meldung:

CIDEON Software & Services GmbH & Co. KG
Lochhamer Schlag 11
82166 Gräfelfing
Telefon: +49 (89) 909003-0
Telefax: +49 (89) 909003-250
http://www.cideon.de

Ansprechpartner:
Birgit Hagelschuer
Pressesprecherin
Telefon: +49 (2173) 3964-180
Fax: +49 (2173) 3964-613
E-Mail: hagelschuer.b@eplan.de
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