# What is PDM software?

What is PDM software?

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- Posted at: about 3 years ago
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## Comments
### Comment 1

PDM stands for Program Document Management. However, it goes beyond what a regular file explorer does and allows for a version history as well as review and release control, editing privilege's, document states, etc. 

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- Posted at: almost 3 years ago
- Author title: Electrical Engineer




## Related Product
[SolidWorks PDM](https://www.g2.com/products/solidworks-pdm/reviews)

## Related Category
[Product Data Management (PDM)](https://www.g2.com/categories/product-data-management-pdm)

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