SolidWorks Manage
Product data management (PDM) software
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What is SolidWorks Manage
SOLIDWORKS Manage is an on-premises product data management and process management application that extends SOLIDWORKS PDM with structured workflows, project management, and item/BOM management. It is used by engineering, manufacturing, and operations teams to control engineering data, manage change processes, and coordinate deliverables across departments. The product is typically deployed in organizations already using SOLIDWORKS PDM and Microsoft SQL Server, and it focuses on configurable forms, approvals, and reporting tied to CAD-related data.
Extends SOLIDWORKS PDM workflows
SOLIDWORKS Manage builds on SOLIDWORKS PDM to add formal processes such as engineering change, approvals, and project tracking. This can reduce the need to stitch together separate tools for change control and task coordination when the organization already standardizes on SOLIDWORKS PDM. It also keeps process records connected to managed files and metadata in the PDM environment.
Configurable processes and forms
The product provides configurable objects (for example, items, change requests, and projects) with forms, states, and approval routing. Teams can tailor fields, lifecycle steps, and permissions to match internal procedures without custom code in many cases. Built-in dashboards and reports support status visibility for work-in-progress and change activity.
On-prem control and integration
SOLIDWORKS Manage is designed for on-premises deployment, which can align with IT policies that require local data residency and direct database control. It integrates with SOLIDWORKS PDM infrastructure and commonly relies on Microsoft SQL Server, simplifying alignment with existing Windows-based engineering environments. This approach can be preferable for organizations that avoid cloud-only PLM/PDM services.
Best fit for SOLIDWORKS shops
The product is most effective when paired with SOLIDWORKS PDM and SOLIDWORKS-centric CAD data management. Organizations with heterogeneous CAD environments or those seeking a CAD-agnostic enterprise PLM backbone may find the overall approach less flexible. Multi-system integrations often require additional services or middleware beyond out-of-the-box capabilities.
Infrastructure and admin overhead
On-premises deployment typically requires server provisioning, SQL Server administration, backups, upgrades, and user management. Compared with SaaS-first alternatives, this can increase time-to-deploy and ongoing IT effort. Performance and availability depend on internal infrastructure sizing and maintenance practices.
Licensing and module complexity
Capabilities are split across related products (for example, PDM plus Manage), which can complicate packaging, licensing, and rollout planning. Some advanced use cases (enterprise-wide change governance, complex integrations, or cross-site collaboration) may require additional configuration and consulting. This can raise total implementation effort compared with simpler PDM-only deployments.
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Dassault Systèmes SE
Vélizy-Villacoublay, France
1981
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