The adoption of cloud technology is accelerating, enabling the digital transformation of all industries. According to a report released by IDC in December 2023, the global cloud computing market will reach $332.9 billion in 2023, a year-on-year increase of 194%。Among them, the public cloud market size reached 258.7 billion US dollars, a year-on-year increase of 215%;The private cloud market reached $74.2 billion, up 14. year-over-year1%。According to a report released by IDC in December 2023, the proportion of cloud computing applications in various industries worldwide in 2023 is 88% in manufacturing, 92% in life sciences, 95% in healthcare, and 87% in retail.
Cloud services provide the agility and resilience to meet current requirements and achieve future outcomes, especially those related to digital transformation. Cloud services can help enterprises reduce IT costs, improve the reliability and security of IT infrastructure, and provide a flexible work environment. In addition, cloud services can help enterprises improve collaboration efficiency and accelerate time to value.
Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) is an essential part of cloud services that provides businesses with a model for using software on demand. SaaS can help enterprises reduce software costs, improve the efficiency of software deployment and maintenance, and provide more flexible scalability.
3DEXPERIENCE Works is a premium SaaS product designed specifically for the product development industry. It offers out-of-the-box functionality, including product design, collaboration, manufacturing,** analytics, and more. 3DEXPERIENCE Works helps product development teams increase efficiency and productivity and accelerate product innovation. In this article, we'll break down the six core benefits of 3DEXPERIENCE Works.
1. Connect an immersive collaboration experience to improve communication efficiency
The 3DEXPERIENCE platform connects all project participants, creating a virtual collaboration space that interacts in real time, regardless of geography and time. On this platform, team members can seamlessly share ideas, exchange information, and work collaboratively across departments and geographies to move projects forward. No matter where you are, the 3DEXPERIENCE platform allows you to share design data, models, documents, and comments in real-time to keep all team members in sync. Say goodbye to cumbersome file transfers and version management, and the platform provides a single source of truth to ensure everyone has access to the most up-to-date information and collaborates productively.
2. Work anywhere, anytime, on any device and enjoy the flexibility
The flexibility of the 3DEXPERIENCE platform enables you to work from anywhere in the world with the help of the Internet. Especially in today's increasingly remote work, this flexibility brings huge benefits to organizations, allowing employees to work from anywhere, on any device. This superior flexibility will give you an edge over your competitors and make the process more efficient. Whether it's a desktop computer, a laptop or a tablet and smartphone. You can choose the device that best suits your work scenario and personal needs, such as using a desktop computer in the office for complex design work, using a tablet to view design files on a business trip, or using a smartphone for presentations in meetings.
3. Strict data security standards, data security and worry-free
The 3DEXPERIENCE platform understands the importance of data security to its users, placing security, privacy and quality at the heart of its operations. Customer information and important design data are transmitted, processed, and stored on the platform, which is why the platform uses multiple security measures and strict management systems to build an impregnable security fortress and provide you with trustworthy protection for working in the cloud. The 3DEXPERIENCE platform adheres to the industry's strictest security and privacy standards, including:
Continuous security updates: The 3DEXPERIENCE platform's security team monitors the platform's security posture 24/7 and takes proactive steps to protect against security threats to ensure your data is always secure. The platform also conducts regular security updates to address evolving security threats and ensure that your data is always protected in the most effective way.
4. Reduce IT costs and focus on core business
The 3DEXPERIENCE WORKS suite is a cloud-based platform that offers flexible scalability to add new capabilities based on your business needs. Without having to invest a lot of money all at once, you can pay based on what you use, easily scaling your capabilities and capacity to meet changing needs. The 3DEXPERIENCE Works suite can help you reduce IT costs and improve operational efficiency. You no longer need to invest in expensive hardware and software, or maintain and manage complex IT infrastructure. The platform will provide you with a reliable, secure, and scalable IT environment that allows you to focus on your core business and unlock the strategic potential of your IT department. Eliminate tedious IT management and focus more on innovation and creativity. The platform provides automated services such as software updates, data backup, and disaster recovery to ensure your IT environment is always in tip-top shape, so you can design, manufacture, and collaborate with confidence.
Five: Leverage the value of SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD data
Your SOLIDWORKS journey begins with the software itself, but we believe that to get the most out of your data, you need to connect it to the 3DEXPERIENCE platform. On this cloud-based platform, you can store, access, share, and collaborate on data securely and conveniently. The platform connects people, processes, and data to a cloud environment that can be accessed anytime, anywhere, on any device.
With 3DEXPERIENCE SOLIDWORKS, the next-generation SOLIDWORKS connected to the cloud, and Collaborative Designer for SOLIDWORKS, users can easily connect SOLIDWORKS data to the cloud, allowing you to store, access, share, and collaborate on data conveniently and securely. The platform connects people, processes, and data to a cloud-based environment that can be accessed anytime, anywhere, and on any device, leveraging the value of SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD data.
Six: Simplify workflows
3DEXPERIENCE Works offers a range of browser-based roles, including 3D Creator, 3D Sculptor, 3D Sheetmetal Creator, 3D Structure Creator, 3D Mold Creator, and Manufacturing Definition Creator. They each have unique features and contain powerful apps such as XDesign for 3D Creator, XShape for 3D Sculptor, and XDrawing for Manufacturing Definition Creator to help you with specific jobs. For example, with Manufacturing Definition Creator, you can create model-based definitions and 2D drawings to meet the needs of manufacturers.
Browser-based roles also include Design Assistants, which use built-in machine learning algorithms to provide design assistance based on your workflow to help users achieve topology optimization.
In addition, AI tools such as Selection Assistant, Sketch Assistant, Coordination Assistant, and Smart Coordination can help users automate time-consuming and repetitive tasks, such as selecting edges or processing mates, ultimately helping you stay productive and have more time for creative work.