PLM eXperience Days explores digital product lifecycle trends

The PLM eXperience Days 2026 conference in Heidelberg focused on current trends in Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), including the Digital Thread, Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), Digital Twins, and Artificial Intelligence. Keynote speaker Prof. Dr.-Ing. Martin Eigner discussed the transition from document management to product intelligence, while industry partners such as Siemens Healthineers, TRUMPF, Frutura, Kiekert, and Ypsomed shared practical insights into their PLM processes.

In parallel with these industry developments, the importance of Model-Based Definition (MBD) is growing as 3D models and Product Manufacturing Information (PMI) increasingly replace traditional 2D drawings. To support this transition, Elysium software solutions provide automated validation for 3D-CAD and PMI data. These tools, including the PMI Checker, CAD Validator, and PDQ Checker, aim to reduce manual inspection efforts, minimize risks during data transfers, and ensure consistency and compliance across the digital product lifecycle.