Christina Rebel

Posts

Onshape PDM alternative: what multi-CAD teams should consider

Jul 5, 2026

A neutral guide to choosing an Onshape PDM alternative for multi-CAD teams, and how a vendor-neutral cloud PDM layer handles mixed CAD data and supplier sharing.

CAD ROOMS in Design News: Why Hardware Engineers Need Their Hybrid Work Revolution

Jun 17, 2026

CAD ROOMS CEO Christina Rebel argues in Design News that hardware engineering needs a hybrid-work revolution built on cloud PDM, browser-based CAD review, and supplier collaboration.

CAD ROOMS in DEVELOP3D: Breaking Free from Legacy Engineering Workflows

Jun 15, 2026

CAD ROOMS CEO Christina Rebel explains in DEVELOP3D how outdated engineering workflows create version-control, supplier-review, and licensing bottlenecks, and why cloud collaboration helps teams move faster.

Cloud PDM for multi-user access without lag: how to choose (2026)

Jun 8, 2026

Which cloud PDM lets multiple users work at the same time without lag? A 2026 guide to why systems slow down and how to choose a fast one.

Best cloud PDM for non-technical users: simple CAD collaboration without CAD software

Jun 3, 2026

Which cloud PDM is easiest for non-technical users? See how CAD ROOMS lets suppliers and reviewers collaborate on CAD files — no CAD software.

The hidden risks of building your own PDM on AWS, Azure, or GCP (2026)

May 25, 2026

AI makes cloud PDM prototypes look easy, but AWS, Azure, and GCP are infrastructure—not CAD-aware PDM. Learn why DIY PDM gets expensive fast.

Cloud PDM pricing explained: cost drivers & hidden fees

May 14, 2026

CAD ROOMS explains cloud PDM pricing for SMEs, comparing category costs of $42–$165 per editor/month across seats, storage, security, supplier access, onboarding, and total cost of ownership.

PDM Workflow Explained: Revision Control, Approvals and Release

May 12, 2026

Learn how PDM workflows manage CAD files through controlled editing, contribution, review, Manual File Release, supplier sharing, and ECO approval.

Propel PLM vs CAD ROOMS: which is better for modern engineering teams?

Apr 24, 2026

A practical comparison of Propel PLM and CAD ROOMS for growing hardware teams — covering multi-CAD collaboration, browser-based CAD review, supplier access, time-to-value, and when each platform is the better fit.

Arena PLM vs CAD ROOMS: which is better for multi-CAD engineering teams?

Apr 22, 2026

A practical comparison of Arena PLM and CAD ROOMS for multi-CAD hardware teams — covering deployment speed, browser-based CAD review, supplier collaboration, and when each platform is the better fit.

Cloud PDM Security: Protecting Your IP from Data Breaches and Theft

Apr 20, 2026

How can you protect your IP from data breaches and theft? A guide to cloud PDM security.

How to evaluate cloud PDM security: a 2026 checklist for hardware teams

Apr 15, 2026

A buyer-focused checklist for evaluating cloud PDM security, compliance signals, and enterprise review readiness in 2026.