Razorleaf Corporation » | Razorleaf Corporation http://www.razorleaf.com Innovative Process Solutions. Bottom-Line Results. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 19:09:14 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Aras EPLM for SolidWorks EPDM Aras Enterprise PLM for Enterprise PDM

Aras EPLM Corner ScreenshotAras EPLM, a new commercial offering from Aras, is available now for managing SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Inventor, Solid Edge, and Pro/Engineer data in an enterprise PLM solution.  The EPLM tool provides pre-configured PLM functionality on top of SolidWorks Enterprise PDM (EPDM) to give new and existing EPDM users an ability to scale up to PLM quickly while retaining best-in-class CAD data management.  Interesting things to note about Aras EPLM for SolidWorks Enterprise PDM: 
  • Web-based for globally distributed access across locations, and out to the extended enterprise (suppliers and vendors)
  • Enabled on the Microsoft technology stack just like Enterprise PDM
  • Item-based, process-oriented, and scalable with a variety of Aras Innovator domain-specific PLM solutions
Aras EPLM offers PLM functionality such as:
  • Aras EPLM Stacked ScreenshotEngineering BOM Management
  • Enterprise Change Management
  • Integrated Project Management
  • Effectivity & Baselines
  • Item Classification
  • Alternate & Substitute Items
  • Item Lifecycle
You can read more about Aras EPLM on the Aras website, and learn more about deploying the solution by reaching out to us.  Please contact us if you’re interested in Aras EPLM and would like to extend your SolidWorks Enterprise PDM capabilities – we’d be happy to help.]]> http://www.razorleaf.com/2011/10/aras-eplm-for-solidworks-epdm/ CAD File Inspection Tool for SolidWorks CADFIT Logo Thumbnail

Razorleaf Certified

Clients Say:

"The CADFIT tool was the justification we needed for Enterprise PDM." -- James Perron, Systems Administrator, OYSTAR Packaging Technologies

CADFIT inspects SolidWorks file relationships to analyze your CAD data's health.

CADFIT LogoCADFIT (CAD File Inspection Tool) is a free tool for discovering problems with the integrity of SolidWorks relational data. Once the tool is run and the raw data is uploaded to the web, a free summary report is provided as feedback on the quality of the inspected data. Additional, more detailed reports are available for a fee so that users can begin correcting problems in the CAD data set. CADFIT offers engineers an excellent way to easily understand the quality of their CAD data, and to target repairs to their data set. This is particularly useful to those preparing for a PDM data load. Those seeking to justify better CAD data management processes/tools will also find the tool invaluable as it quantifies the scale of existing problems. CADFIT cycles through file sets to gather information about the files and the external references reported by the files. The information is loaded into a database for data extraction in a variety of formats. Standard reporting aspects include:
  • All parents with missing child references
  • All parents with child references that are not within the intended load set
  • Duplicate files – same name, same content
  • Duplicate files – same name, different content
Additional detailed reporting areas:
  • File counts by SolidWorks version
  • File age bracket reports
  • Alternate locations for missing files
  • Files with reported locations on client machines
  • Custom property usage summary

Free

Summary Report

$2,500

Detailed Report

SolidWorks 95 through SolidWorks 2011

Direct from Razorleaf, or through your SolidWorks reseller

]]> http://www.razorleaf.com/2011/10/cadfit-solidworks/ DriveWorks Backup Tool DriveWorks Backup Tool

Razorleaf Certified

Clients Say:

"The CADFIT tool was the justification we needed for Enterprise PDM." -- James Perron, Systems Administrator, OYSTAR Packaging Technologies

Razorleaf's DriveWorks Backup Tool helps protect your company's investment in DriveWorks by providing backup and restore for all critical DriveWorks files.

DriveWorks Backup ToolYou've put a lot of work into your design automation system – are you sure it’s safe? If design automation was important enough for your company to invest time and money in DriveWorks, you should take steps to be sure that all of that valuable content is secure. Sure, you’ve backed up all of the SolidWorks design files, but your implementation information is stored in a variety of places from database tables to XML and template files and more. If you want to be confident that your DriveWorks implementation is properly protected, utilize the Razorleaf DriveWorks Backup Tool to backup your design automation system. Our tool protects all of your DriveWorks-related information in a single compressed file that you can archive for safe-keeping. And with a single click, the tool can restore all of that valuable data back to its original locations. The Razorleaf DriveWorks Backup Tool is available in two editions, Essential and Complete. The DriveWorks Backup Tool, Essential Edition is available at no charge and is available for download here (coming soon). The Complete Edition adds these features (to those available in the Essential Edition):
  • Command line interface for scripted backups
  • Additional control over which elements are backed up
  • Multiple database backups per archive
  • Remote database backup
  • Asymmetric backup and restore
  • Backup to / restore from FTP
The tool's interface (in backup mode) is shown below:

DriveWorks Backup Tool Backup Screen

You may purchase the Complete Edition by contacting Razorleaf directly. The Razorleaf DriveWorks Backup Tool, Complete Edition will launch in the third quarter of 2011 and be available for $600 to DriveWorks clients. Compatibility: DriveWorks 6, DriveWorks 7, DriveWorks 8 Source: Developed by Razorleaf Availability: Direct from Razorleaf

Price: $600.00

]]> http://www.razorleaf.com/2011/09/driveworks-backup-tool/ EPDM RevPack for Admins Rev Set Concept

RevPack for Admins can intelligently set the EPDM revision on thousands of files at once, saving hours of time and effort.

Rev Set Concept There is no easy answer for manually setting advanced revision values for large volumes of files in EPDM. Razorleaf’s RevPack for Admins solves this tricky problem, letting administrators take charge of their SolidWorks Enterprise PDM revisions by jumping ahead several revisions in the revision sequence using the revision value stored in a file’s custom properties. And as great as this sounds for data migrations and legacy data loads, it can be equally helpful for cross-system collaboration, too. With RevPack for Admins, EPDM system administrators can jump to any revision by reading the value from the custom property of the file. This can be particularly useful during data migrations and the loading of legacy files and drawings. And unlike manual processes or workflows that bump the revision sequence one value at a time, RevPack for Admins jumps the revision to the selected value without creating unnecessary revisions inbetween (setting the revision to “C” does not create revs “A” and “B”). Of course, if your data isn’t uniform, or you don’t have revision values stored in file custom properties, you may also want to consider RevPack for Users since it allows users to manually bump or jump the revision value on a file-by-file basis. RevPack for Admins Screen CollageAnother interesting scenario where RevPack for Admins is valuable happens when files move from system to system, like when collaboration is taking place between partners or with customers. By keeping the revision value in the file’s custom properties, RevPack for Admins can read the updated rev into the database, letting EPDM pick up right where the external system or user left off. The tool is even smart enough to flag certain discrepancies and provide special handling for blank revision values. RevPack for Admins helps you regain control over your EPDM revisions, and with significant intelligence built-in. RevPack for Admins is an incredibly powerful utility, but a tool like this can be dangerous without some level of control. You wouldn’t want users instantly updating the revision value on thousands of files all at once without properly weighing the consequences. The capabilities of RevPack for Admins are managed by file type, workflow, state, and user group. This provides precise control of which admins can control these revisions in which workflow states. Razorleaf’s EPDM RevPack for Admins is available as a standalone product, or as part of RevPack Complete.
 

$2,500

per site

Enterprise PDM 2010 and 2011 (please inquire about compatibility with older versions of EPDM)

Direct from Razorleaf, or through your SolidWorks reseller

]]> http://www.razorleaf.com/2011/08/epdm-revpack-for-admins/ EPDM RevPack for Users Rev Jump Concept Thumbnail

RevPack for Users saves time by putting revision letter assignment in users’ hands, while maintaining order through detailed access control.

Rev Jump Concept There just aren’t simple answers for dealing with revisions set outside of Enterprise PDM, or for manually setting advanced revision values. Razorleaf’s EPDM RevPack for Users solves these tricky problems, letting users take charge of their EPDM revisions by manually bumping revisions, or jumping ahead several revisions in the revision sequence. With RevPack for Users, users can jump/bump to any upcoming revision by selecting it from a list. This can be particularly useful in cases where revisions to files occur outside of Enterprise PDM, such as supplier or client modifications. And unlike manual processes or workflows that bump the revision sequence one value at a time, RevPack for Users jumps the revision to the selected value without creating unnecessary revisions inbetween (setting the revision to “C” does not create revs “A” and “B”). RevPack for Users Dialog Another common scenario where it is important to bump or jump revisions is during the loading of legacy files and drawings. RevPack for Users puts control in the hands of those close to the data, and lets users set the EPDM revision to match that of the incoming data. Of course, if you have a lot of data to load, and the revision value is stored in the files’ custom properties, you may also want to consider RevPack for Admins. RevPack for Users is an incredibly powerful utility, but a tool like this is dangerous without some level of control. You wouldn’t want released data to have its revision letter changed, nor would you be likely to want everyone in the system to have this kind of power. All of the capabilities of RevPack for Users are managed by file type, workflow, state, and user group. This provides precise control of which users can control these revisions in which workflow states. Razorleaf’s EPDM RevPack for Users is available as a standalone product, or as part of RevPack Complete.
 

$1,000

per site

Enterprise PDM 2010 and 2011 (please inquire about compatibility with older versions of EPDM)

Direct from Razorleaf, or through your SolidWorks reseller

]]> http://www.razorleaf.com/2011/08/epdm-revpack-for-users/ ENOVIA SmarTeam Transform Tool Logo for SmarTeam Class Changing Tool

SmarTeam Transform Tool lets admins change class for PDM objects to repair problems, migrate data, and enforce standards.

Razorleaf SmarTeam Transform Tool LogoTraditionally, users learning SmarTeam are always told, "once you create an object, you can't change its class." But that doesn't mean that the need for class changing doesn't come up regularly. Razorleaf's SmarTeam Transform Tool addresses the need to change classes by allowing administrators and power users to select objects and switch them over to a new class within the SmarTeam class hierarchy. This saves time and energy and prevents the errors associated with deleting and recreating objects in the system. Class change for an object in SmarTeam is a complex process, but the Transform Tool takes care of all the details, including:
  • Properly re-pointing SmarTeam links, including CAD-specific links
  • Mapping attribute data between different metadata fields (ID to Part Number, for instance)
  • Setting "static" values on the target object
  • Deleting the source object, or keeping it when required
  • Assigning sequence values on the target object
  • Skipping attributes that should not move from the source to the target
  • Management of class change settings via standard "Admin Settings" entries
Razorleaf SmarTeam Transform Tool Screenshot                             Razorleaf's SmarTeam Transform Tool solves the complex problem of changing objects' classes by giving authorized users a simple interface and handling all of the details in the background. Don't let old data model decisions stand in the way of advancing your SmarTeam PLM system's effectiveness - use this class changing tool to get your data organized the way you want it organized - today. With this tool, you can perform class changes quickly and safely, saving time and preventing errors in manipulating your critical data.     Compatibility: ENOVIA SmarTeam V5R18, V5R19, V5R20, and V5R21 (please inquire about compatibility with older versions of SmarTeam) Source: Developed by Razorleaf Availability: Direct from Razorleaf, or through your Dassault reseller

Price: contact Razorleaf or your Dassault reseller

]]> http://www.razorleaf.com/2011/08/enovia-smarteam-transform-tool/ Office2PDM Office2PDM Logo Thumbnail

Office2PDM lets Microsoft Office users access the power of Enterprise PDM without leaving their native interface, making PDM adoption more likely.

  Office2PDM LogoOffice2PDM is an add-in for Microsoft Office that brings the document management functions of SolidWorks Enterprise PDM directly into Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel and Microsoft PowerPoint. Office2PDM is a SolidWorks Partner Product and supports version 2003 and later of key Microsoft Office applications. EPDM functions are provided in Microsoft Office 2007 and Microsoft Office 2010 by way of a simple and intuitive ribbon interface and easy to use task pane. Office2PDM also includes EPDM Dashboard functionality, exposing file and workflow drill-down reports right inside of Microsoft Outlook. Office2PDM provides convenient access to common Enterprise PDM functions as well as timely access to document status information. It does all of this without requiring users to open a separate interface. People can work in a familiar Microsoft Office environment and streamline product development by eliminating the need to bounce between multiple applications.  The screenshot below highlights the intuitive ribbon interface for Office2PDM. Office2PDM PowerPoint Toolbar     Office2PDM also provides a dashboard view of specific Enterprise PDM data through a dynamic control that consolidates information from various SolidWorks Enterprise PDM Vaults (embeddable within Microsoft Outlook). This capability is known as EPDM Dashboard and is offered as part of Office2PDM.  The screenshot below shows this powerful reporting tool. Office2PDM EPDM Dashboard

$300 / €300

per seat

 

* Special offer applies to licenses and maintenance. * Standard maintenance pricing applies to all licenses upon renewal.

SolidWorks Enterprise PDM 2009, 2010, and 2011 Microsoft Word 2003, 2007, and 2010 Microsoft Excel 2003, 2007, and 2010 Microsoft PowerPoint 2003, 2007, and 2010 Microsoft Outlook 2003, 2007, and 2010

Through your SolidWorks reseller
Through your EPDM partner

]]> http://www.razorleaf.com/2011/08/office2pdm/ Configuring EPDM Dashboard in Office2PDM Office2PDM Logo Thumbnail

EPDM Dashboard is a very interesting part of the Office2PDM package - it provides a quick look into the status of files in your SolidWorks Enterprise PDM vault.  Despite its obvious usefulness, configuring the tool requires a few pieces of information, and following a couple of simple steps.  Here are the basics of getting EPDM Dashboard for Office2PDM setup and running. EPDM Dashboard is installed by default with Office2PDM.  No separate installation is required.  However, because EPDM Dashboard generates reports directly from Microsoft SQL Server database, additional configuration steps are required after installation, in order to configure EPDM Dashboard to connect with your SQL Server database.  You must enter the server name of your database as well as provide credentials for accessing the database.

Step 1 - Determine Your EPDM Database Server Name

Log into the SolidWorks Enterprise PDM Administration Tool (typically requires Administrator privileges).  Locate the file vault of interest (the one that you want to report against), and select the Properties command from the right-click menu.  In the File Vault Properties dialog, take note of the Database Server field - this is your EPDM Database Server Name.  The two screenshots below depict this process:

Step 2 - Determine Your SQL Server Credentials

Next, you need an account for your Microsoft SQL Server system that allows you to read data in the database that houses your EPDM information.  This will require some discussion with your SQL Server DBA (database administrator) about accounts and authentication modes.  For the purposes of this article, let's assume that you'll use integrated authentication (your Windows account provides you access to SQL Server).  You can alternatively specify a username and password for your access to Microsoft SQL Server.

Step 3 - Configure EPDM Dashboard

Launch the EPDM Dashboard Options dialog from within Outlook (depicted in the image below). Once the EPDM Dashboard Options dialog is open, be sure that Enable EPDM Dashboard is checked and then set your EPDM Database Server Name, and provide your access information for Microsoft SQL Server (see the image below).

Now you are all set to start accessing EPDM Dashboard from within Microsoft Outlook.  If you're still having trouble, contact us.

]]> http://www.razorleaf.com/2011/08/cfg-epdm-dashboard/ Razorleaf Announces Office2PDM Acquisition Office2PDM Logo

Razorleaf is proud to announce the acquisition of Office2PDM and EPDM Dashboard from Extensible CAD.  Office2PDM offers a seamless integration between Microsoft Office products and SolidWorks Enterprise PDM (EPDM).  EPDM Dashboard provides real-time access to Enterprise PDM vaults, right from Microsoft Outlook, for monitoring the status of documents and workflows.  More details about these tools are available on Razorleaf's utilities page for Office2PDM and a separate dedicated microsite. 

Razorleaf plans to extend and enhance EPDM Dashboard and Office2PDM, as we strive to deliver on its promise of making PLM tools work better for our clients.  Office2PDM and EPDM Dashboard are SolidWorks Partner Products, offering one of the highest levels of integration for access to the Enterprise PDM system.  The transition from Extensible CAD to Razorleaf should be transparent to existing customers, and a net benefit given Razorleaf’s long history with Enterprise PDM and its predecessor, Conisio. Free SignIf you’re planning an EPDM deployment with heavy Microsoft Office users, or have existing Word, Excel, and PowerPoint users that you'd like to bring into the PDM system, download a free trial of Office2PDM to experience a rich integration for Microsoft Office within Enterprise PDM.  Office2PDM and EPDM Dashboard are available through a global network of resellers.  Contact us today if you need more information.]]> http://www.razorleaf.com/2011/08/razorleaf-announces-office2pdm-acquisition/ Razorleaf Corp. Acquires Office2PDM from Extensible CAD Read More...]]> http://www.razorleaf.com/2011/08/razorleaf-acquires-o2p/