### Contents - [**Articles**](#resources-articles) - [**Glossary Terms**](#resources-glossary_terms) - [**Discussions**](#resources-discussions) - [**Reports**](#resources-reports) # Product Data Management (PDM) Software Resources ##### Articles, Glossary Terms, Discussions, and Reports to expand your knowledge on Product Data Management (PDM) Software Resource pages are designed to give you a cross-section of information we have on specific categories. You'll find [articles](#resources-articles) from our experts, [feature definitions](#resources-glossary_terms), [discussions](#resources-discussions) from users like you, and [reports](#resources-reports) from industry data. [ContentsExpand/Collapse Contents](#) - [**Articles**](#resources-articles) - [**Glossary Terms**](#resources-glossary_terms) - [**Discussions**](#resources-discussions) - [**Reports**](#resources-reports) ## Product Data Management (PDM) Software Articles [![I Found the 7 Best Free PLM Software for 2026](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/G2CM_FI1081_Learn_Article_%5BFree_PLM_Software%5D_V1a-2.png "I Found the 7 Best Free PLM Software for 2026")](https://www.g2.com/articles/best-free-plm-software) [ ### I Found the 7 Best Free PLM Software for 2026 ](https://www.g2.com/articles/best-free-plm-software) I understand the critical role product lifecycle management (PLM) plays in driving efficiency and collaboration. In many organizations, there’s already a solid PLM solution in place, but the high cost and complexity of these systems can make experimentation difficult. [ ![Devyani Mehta](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Devyani Mehta") DM ](https://learn.g2.com/author/devyani-mehta) by Devyani Mehta [![Introducing G2’s New Category for Managing Engineering Documents](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/document%20folders.jpg "Introducing G2’s New Category for Managing Engineering Documents")](https://www.g2.com/articles/g2-new-category-engineering-document-management) [ ### Introducing G2’s New Category for Managing Engineering Documents ](https://www.g2.com/articles/g2-new-category-engineering-document-management) Engineering projects involve varied domains such as civil, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and more. Each has its specific drawings, documents, and designs. Across several engineering disciplines—utilities, metals and mining, manufacturing, oil and gas, and transportation companies—the volume and complexity of a project can make locating critical documents challenging. [ ![Anindita Sengupta](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Anindita Sengupta") AS ](https://learn.g2.com/author/anindita-sengupta) by Anindita Sengupta [![The Relevance of PLM Software in the Manufacturing Industry](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/PLM%20Software-AS.jpg "The Relevance of PLM Software in the Manufacturing Industry")](https://www.g2.com/articles/plm-software-in-manufacturing-industry) [ ### The Relevance of PLM Software in the Manufacturing Industry ](https://www.g2.com/articles/plm-software-in-manufacturing-industry) Traditional product lifecycle management (PLM) has come a long way—from its genesis as a solution focused on computer-aided design (CAD), offering document management capabilities to its evolution as a SaaS platform that manages the lifecycle of highly complex products.      [ ![Anindita Sengupta](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Anindita Sengupta") AS ](https://learn.g2.com/author/anindita-sengupta) by Anindita Sengupta ## Product Data Management (PDM) Software Glossary Terms [![Product Differentiation](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/G2CM_GI640_Glossary_Article_Images-%5Bproduct_differentiation%5D_V1a.png "Product Differentiation")](https://www.g2.com/glossary/product-differentiation-definition) [Product Differentiation](https://www.g2.com/glossary/product-differentiation-definition) Product differentiation is a group of traits or characteristics distinguishing a product from a similar one on the market. Learn the types and benefits. by Holly Landis [![Product Data Management (PDM)](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/PDM-tech%20gloss-AS.jpg "Product Data Management (PDM)")](https://www.g2.com/glossary/product-data-management-pdm-definition) [Product Data Management (PDM)](https://www.g2.com/glossary/product-data-management-pdm-definition) What is product data management (PDM), and why is it important? Our G2 guide can help you understand PDM, how it’s used by industry professionals, and its benefits. by Anindita Sengupta [![Data Lifecycle Management](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/Data%20lifecycle%20management.png "Data Lifecycle Management")](https://www.g2.com/glossary/data-lifecycle-management-definition) [Data Lifecycle Management](https://www.g2.com/glossary/data-lifecycle-management-definition) What is data lifecycle management and why is it important as a software feature? Our G2 guide can help you understand data lifecycle management and popular software with data lifecycle management features. by Anthony Orso ## Product Data Management (PDM) Software Discussions 0 Question on: Autodesk Fusion Manage [What is the use of PLM software?](/discussions/what-is-the-use-of-plm-software) What is the use of PLM software? primarily used by design and engineering teams working with CAD data, a PLM system can provide visibility into the product design process for all business stakeholders. Answered: Trushar Manohare on March 17, 2023 [Your answer](/discussions/what-is-the-use-of-plm-software/comments/new?remote=true) 0 Question on: Teamcenter [What is the latest version of Teamcenter?](/discussions/what-is-the-latest-version-of-teamcenter) What is the latest version of Teamcenter? Teamcenter 13.2 with AWC 6.0.2 Answered: Harshak PR on October 7, 2022 [Your answer](/discussions/what-is-the-latest-version-of-teamcenter/comments/new?remote=true) 0 Question on: SolidWorks PDM [Do you manager NON CAD files with PDM?](/discussions/28115-do-you-manager-non-cad-files-with-pdm) ? We also manage Excel files, PDF's and pictures using PDM. Answered: Christine Martin on July 28, 2020 Yes. Any kind of file we can store securely in PDM vault. population of meta data in PDM depends upon supported file formats. 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