CONTACT is a leading provider of open-standard software and an open-source pioneer in product development and digital transformation. Their CONTACT Elements platform connects PLM, MES, and IIoT — bridging the “top floor to the shop floor.”

With CONTACT Elements, manufacturers can streamline projects, execute processes with confidence, and bring products to market faster and more cost-effectively — all on a flexible, future-ready platform.

Razorleaf partners with CONTACT Software to bring manufacturers an agile, future-ready platform that bridges engineering and manufacturing. Through this partnership, Razorleaf delivers North American implementation and configuration services for CONTACT’s open, flexible solutions—helping organizations accelerate digital transformation from PLM to MES to IIoT and achieve faster, more cost-effective product launches.

The strengths of CONTACT’s solutions include:

• Open, Flexible Platform – CONTACT Elements is built on open standards and open-source principles, making it highly adaptable for diverse customer environments.
• Top Floor to Shop Floor Integration – Seamlessly connects PLM, MES, and IIoT, delivering end-to-end digital engineering and manufacturing solutions.
• Agility for Mid-Sized Manufacturers – Designed for organizations that need scalable, modular solutions without the complexity of legacy platforms.
• Proven Global Experience – Trusted by leading manufacturers in Europe, now bringing that expertise and innovation to the North American market.
• Customer-Centric Innovation – CONTACT actively incorporates customer feedback, ensuring its platform evolves with real-world needs.
• Future-Ready with AI – A clear roadmap for leveraging AI as the next accelerator in digital transformation.

CONTACT Elements is a next-generation Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) platform that empowers businesses with a modular, open architecture to streamline product development. From ideation to end-of-life, Elements connects processes, data, and teams, creating a scalable digital thread across engineering, manufacturing, and service. Key functions include multi-CAD data management, bill of materials (BOM) management, project management, and IoT-enabled digital twins, ensuring seamless collaboration and regulatory compliance.

• Multi-CAD Data Management: Centralizes and manages CAD files from multiple systems, ensuring version control and secure data access across teams.
• Bill of Materials (BOM) Management: Creates and tracks accurate BOMs, streamlining engineering changes and production planning.
• Project Management: Combines agile and traditional methodologies to manage complex projects, ensuring on-time delivery and milestone tracking.
• Digital Twin Integration: Supports IoT-driven digital twins for real-time monitoring and predictive maintenance, enhancing product lifecycle insights.
• Product Carbon Footprint Tracking: Monitors emissions data to support sustainable design and regulatory compliance, reducing environmental impact.

• Modular Flexibility: Tailor PLM workflows to your unique processes with Elements’ open, customizable architecture.
• Seamless Integration: Connect CAD, ERP, and MES systems via Razorleaf’s CLOVER platform for a unified digital thread.
• Accelerated Innovation: Streamline product development to reduce time-to-market in aerospace, marine, and more.
• Scalable Solutions: Adapt to small businesses or global enterprises, supporting growth without complexity.
• Enhanced Collaboration: Enable real-time data sharing across teams, improving decision-making and efficiency.

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CONTACT Software and Razorleaf Corporation explore how connecting Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), Integrated Project Management, MES, and IIoT creates a unified digital thread across your enterprise and how this directly drives business outcomes.