PTC Windchill vs OpenBOM Comparison

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PTC Windchill

Product Lifecycle Management (PLM...

4.2 108 user ratings

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OpenBOM

Product Lifecycle Management (PLM...

4.4 491 user ratings

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Overview

Description

PTC Windchill is a web-based PLM software for large organizations to maintain product quality throughout its lifecycle. It provides the context, security, traceability, and processes to ensure that the product data is accessible and trustworthy. PTC Windchill enhances product development by providing data access to multi-disciplinary and multi-location teams, focusing on the process quality, and giving a data-driven approach to manufacturing. Its application suite has various tools like expert and non-expert packages, role and industry add-ons, enterprise system integrations, extensions and visualization, validation, and review. These features allow the technology to grow with the business either on-site or on the PTC cloud. The PLM software is highly automated and interoperable for cross-discipline configuration management. The features that ensure this optimization include modern architecture, secure collaboration, streamlined updates, flexible delivery, and continuous support. Some other features include better collaboration, closed-loop quality, managing CTQ characteristics, and concurrent manufacturing. PTC Windchill enables businesses to create and grow a digital thread and drive value across their enterprise. Read more

OpenBOM is a product-centric manufacturing tool designed to meet the demands of digital habits and modern manufacturing by delivering a cloud multi-tenant BOM and inventory management technology. With this software, users can manage various aspects of product information, including catalogs, parts, bill of materials, and purchase planning. The application uses the latest technologies for the development of its products and to meet the needs of the customers. Bugs are fixed every month, and new versions are released with new features and capabilities. This user-friendly application maintains simplicity like Google spreadsheets. To speed up the communications and eliminate errors, the application allows multiple users to access and edit the BOMs and catalogs in real-time. The software provides a distributed repository to get comprehensive information about all catalogs and parts. Users can track and maintain BOM and inventory data for every part of the catalogs. One can even maintain all the revisions and changes made in the BOM in a history log. The software helps to increase visibility by previewing the image of the assemblies and parts in the BOM. Read more

Pricing Options

Free Trial Not Available
Offers Custom plan.

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Starts at $25.00. Offers Free-forever and Custom plan.

SW Score & Breakdown

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Features The Feature Score % is calculated using the weighted average method, where core features hold more weight in the final calculation. Read more

99%
Reviews

84%
Momentum

67%
Popularity

94%

91% SW Score The SW Score ranks the products within a particular category on a variety of parameters, to provide a definite ranking system. Read more

Features The Feature Score % is calculated using the weighted average method, where core features hold more weight in the final calculation. Read more

97%
Reviews

80%
Momentum

65%
Popularity

79%

Features

Total Features	11 Features	11 Features
Common Features for All	Audit History Keep a record of all audits done in the past so that they can be checked against the present and future data. Augmented Reality Tool Built-in Augmented Reality Tool to visualize changes before actually implementing them. Automate Design Creation Creates designs automatically based on rules and leave all the mundane designing works for the software. Bills of Material (BOM) Management Tracks materials such as inventories, subassemblies, components, and parts throughout their life. Change Management Make coordinated changes during the product's lifecycle and accomplish alterations even after finalization of designs. Collaboration Helps you safely share data with only those who matter and enhances your teamwork Document Publishing Publish shipping, patent, approval and other documents automatically within no time. Electrical Design Management Manage CADs and track any change, validation, etc. related to all electrical designs made in-house Platform Structures Create platforms for different types of products and design them on a demand basis Product Data Management Stores product-related information like CAD designs, documents, manufacturing instructions, parts information, etc, in a central repository Quality Management Integrate quality department into the products lifecycle to ensure optimum quality Report Generation Gathers data and generates reports as PDF file. + 8 More - Show Less	Audit History Keep a record of all audits done in the past so that they can be checked against the present and future data. Augmented Reality Tool Built-in Augmented Reality Tool to visualize changes before actually implementing them. Automate Design Creation Creates designs automatically based on rules and leave all the mundane designing works for the software. Bills of Material (BOM) Management Tracks materials such as inventories, subassemblies, components, and parts throughout their life. Change Management Make coordinated changes during the product's lifecycle and accomplish alterations even after finalization of designs. Collaboration Helps you safely share data with only those who matter and enhances your teamwork Document Publishing Publish shipping, patent, approval and other documents automatically within no time. Electrical Design Management Manage CADs and track any change, validation, etc. related to all electrical designs made in-house Platform Structures Create platforms for different types of products and design them on a demand basis Product Data Management Stores product-related information like CAD designs, documents, manufacturing instructions, parts information, etc, in a central repository Quality Management Integrate quality department into the products lifecycle to ensure optimum quality Report Generation Gathers data and generates reports as PDF file. + 8 More - Show Less

Technical Details

Organization Types Supported	Individuals Freelancers Large Enterprises Medium Business Small Business	Individuals Freelancers Large Enterprises Medium Business Small Business
Platforms Supported	SaaS/Web/Cloud	SaaS/Web/Cloud
Modes of Support	Business Hours Online	Business Hours Online
API Support	NA	Available

Reviews & Ratings

User Rating	4.2/5 108 user ratings	4.4/5 491 user ratings
Rating Distribution	Excellent 39.8% Very Good 48.1% Average 10.2% Poor 0% Terrible 1.9%	Excellent 54% Very Good 36.5% Average 8.1% Poor 1.4% Terrible 0%
User Sentiments	Data Management Capabilities, Integration with PTC Creo, Workflow and Change Management, Secure Centralized Repository Complex User Interface, Occasional Performance Issues, Expensive Implementation and Maintenance, Poor API Documentation	Solidworks Integration, Ease of Use, Time Saving, Cost Effective Occasional Bugs, Slow Performance , User Interface Issues, Limited Customization
Review Summary	Users praise PTC Windchill for its comprehensive capabilities in product lifecycle management, including robust CAD integration, change management, and collaboration tools. Its intuitive interface and ease of use are also highly regarded. However, some users have reported occasional glitches and performance issues. Additionally, the pricing structure can be complex and may require careful consideration for budget-conscious organizations. Overall, PTC Windchill is a solid choice for businesses seeking a comprehensive PLM solution, but it's essential to weigh the potential drawbacks against the benefits to ensure a suitable fit for specific needs.	Overall, users commend OpenBOM's ease of use, praising its intuitive interface and user-friendly design. Additionally, the platform's ability to manage complex bills of materials (BOMs) and facilitate collaboration among team members receives positive feedback. However, some users express concerns regarding the platform's stability and the occasional occurrence of glitches or bugs. Furthermore, the pricing structure and the lack of certain features have been cited as areas for improvement.
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Pricing

Pricing Options	Free Trial Not Available Offers Custom plan.	Free Trial Available Starts at $25.00. Offers Free-forever and Custom plan.
Pricing Plans Monthly Plans Annual Plans	PTC Windchill Custom	User Free Professional User $25.00 $30.00 per user / month Professional Team $225.00 $275.00 per month Company $450.00 $550.00 per month Enterprise Custom
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