This is a must-have program that integrates flawlessly with SolidWorks. I am not sure how you would be able to keep everything straight if you didn't have PDM. This program has a lot of great built-in tasks, functions, and features that make the program well worth the money. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Some of the names of the features could be renames and easier to understand. Some of the simple features that it should do automatically take a long time to set up since everything needs to be set up custom. Creating all the variables and assigning them to the proper spots is a pain. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

makes revisioning simple and manages changes. Can't accidentally change a file someone else is working oh. keeps everything in sync. You can create multiple vaults and manage non CAD files Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Can be complicated to set up, must understand all the variables Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

PDM Provides a locked down workflow that keeps files and revisions organized. It is a powerful collaborative tool when used correctly. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

PDM tends to be somewhat buggy, and is not overly intuitive or user-friendly Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I love how the file structure is modeled after the Windows file structure. I also like how easy it is to add new users and set their permissions. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I dislike how complicated it is to set up a robust backup plan. I also think that it is expensive because we have to pay for each additional viewer license. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I like how easy it is to set up workflows and control CAD files. I also like how the folder structure is similar to Windows. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I dislike the fact that it can't connect with Greelight which I use for quality. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

It works very good for a file organization program. You can have the files encrypted and safe to be used by everyone. The workflows allow tracking of all your drawings or other critical files. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

It is a little expensive for someone that just wants to be able to see things every once in a while instead of daily use. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

It is the most easiest softwareand good Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Some time it took long time to openfile Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I use SolidWorks every day for various purposes. I model the different components my company researches and assemble them to help visualize their purpose. Being able to edit and change several parts at once using their functions tool saves a lot of time and hassle when you need to move fast. The toolbox add in is also extremely handy to quickly insert fasteners or simulate other components, such as power transmission. I often will create drawing files for my parts to be sent off and quoted by various machine shops. If I ever run into an issue regarding SolidWorks, the Help forum online is extremely useful. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

There aren't many things I dislike about SolidWorks. The only thing that truly comes to mind is when creating a drawing file, the default view will not let you see the orientation of the part until you have actually placed it. It's a slight inconvenience but it can be annoying. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I like that it keeps your files safe from others who do not need to edit them Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Sometimes even when I have a file checked out it won't let me save it Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The vault storage and ability to track revisions within it is very useful. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The search could be updated, a glossary of search types so that I know what special characters are used to search specific ways. The vault access loading to individual computers is the slowest part of using the Solidworks suite. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.