Evaluation of PLM Domain Using Product Attribute Rating

Abstract

Evaluation of PLM domain using product attribute rating aims at identification of attributes from domain consultants, software developers, users and extensive literature survey. The project therefore had to start with understanding the PLM product with all its different features, nature of the industry, it caters, etc. The project although is general in its focus, was done for Wrench solutions private limited, a PLM player catering the needs of different industries like Aerospace and defense, engineering procurement and construction etc. As the topic is broad in itself, there needed focusing a specific industry and this study focus on construction industry. The project was to be completed in stipulated time frame and therefore there were constraints of time.  The main objectives of the study is to understand PLM  domain and PLM software products, Identifying the attributes of PLM software, conducting a survey of product attribute rating to understand the relative significance of each of the attributes, analyzing the results of the survey to identify the most needed features for the PLM product. The researcher identified 16 attributes were put in 1 to 10 scale, with 1 means least recommended and 10 means highest recommended. The survey questionnaire was tested within Wrench (7 respondents), about  10 respondents outside. As a result, explanations were then given for some attributes regarding their meaning in the context based on their suggestions. Some duplication was avoided. Survey of 164 samples was made It Included -40 employees, 12 clients, and 112 prospects. Survey conducted at two stages revealed some interesting facts about customer perceptions and employee perceptions. There were differences and similarities in opinions with regard attribute scoring. As far as Wrench solutions' is concerned most of the attributes were closely rated by prospects and employees.