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The latest insights on cloud PDM, PLM, CAD collaboration, and engineering team management from the experts at CAD ROOMS.

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Best Cloud PDM Solutions for SMEs with Physical Products in 2026

Feb 18, 2026

Comprehensive guide comparing the top 5 Cloud PDM solutions for SMEs with physical products. Includes feature comparisons, pricing insights, and why generic file storage fails for engineering teams.

Mobile CAD Review: Cloud PDM Apps for Engineering Teams

Feb 13, 2026

Which cloud PDM platforms support mobile CAD review? Compare browser-based 3D viewers, native apps, and legacy portals for engineering design review.

Why File-Based PDM Beats CAD-Integrated PDM for Multi-CAD Teams

Jan 30, 2026

A technical comparison explaining why file-based (CAD-agnostic) PDM is superior to CAD-integrated PDM for modern engineering teams working in multi-CAD environments.

PDM Deployment Timeline: 2 Days vs 2 Months vs 2 Years

Jan 28, 2026

A practical comparison of PDM deployment timelines across three common scenarios: modern cloud PDM (2 days), basic on-premise PDM (2 months), and enterprise PDM/PLM (2+ years).

SOLIDWORKS PDM Alternatives for Small Engineering Teams

Jan 27, 2026

Explore the best SOLIDWORKS PDM alternatives for small engineering teams. Compare cloud PDM options by cost, setup time, and features to find the right fit for your team.

Zero-IT PDM: What Onboarding and Support Actually Look Like

Jan 26, 2026

An in-depth look at how modern cloud-native PDM systems eliminate the need for internal IT involvement, from onboarding to ongoing support.

OneDrive Alternative for CAD Files: Why Engineers Need Real PDM

Jan 23, 2026

OneDrive breaks CAD assemblies and overwrites files. Discover why engineering teams need CAD ROOMS—a real PDM with file locking and version control.

Cloud PDM vs On-Premise PDM: A Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) Analysis

Jan 16, 2026

A detailed TCO analysis of cloud vs on-premise PDM, comparing SOLIDWORKS PDM, Autodesk Vault, PTC Windchill, Siemens Teamcenter, 3DEXPERIENCE, Onshape, and Bild PDM.


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OneDrive Alternative for CAD Files: Why Engineers Need Real PDM

Jan 23, 2026

OneDrive breaks CAD assemblies and overwrites files. Discover why engineering teams need CAD ROOMS—a real PDM with file locking and version control.

Dropbox Alternative for Engineering Teams: The PDM Solution

Jan 21, 2026

Discover why Dropbox fails engineering teams with broken assemblies and sync conflicts, and how CAD ROOMS provides the PDM features you need.

Google Drive Alternative for CAD Data Management

Jan 19, 2026

Google Drive has no file locking and breaks CAD references. Discover why engineers choose CAD ROOMS—a professional PDM built for engineering workflows.

Cloud PDM vs On-Premise PDM: A Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) Analysis

Jan 16, 2026

A detailed TCO analysis of cloud vs on-premise PDM, comparing SOLIDWORKS PDM, Autodesk Vault, PTC Windchill, Siemens Teamcenter, 3DEXPERIENCE, Onshape, and Bild PDM.

Multi-CAD PDM Requirements for Enterprise: Managing Multiple CAD Tools Across Teams

Jan 14, 2026

Managing multiple CAD formats? Learn the essential requirements for a multi-CAD PDM system and how to streamline your engineering workflows with CAD ROOMS.

GrabCAD Workbench Discontinued: The Best Alternative in 2026

Jan 12, 2026

GrabCAD Workbench is shutting down. Discover the best GrabCAD alternative for your team and learn how to migrate your data seamlessly with CAD ROOMS.

How to Choose a Cloud PDM System for Enterprise: A Complete Evaluation Framework

Jan 9, 2026

Complete PDM buyer's guide with evaluation criteria, vendor scorecard, and decision framework to choose the right cloud PDM for your enterprise.

How to Calculate the ROI of Cloud PDM: A Guide for Executive

Jan 7, 2026

Cloud PDM ROI guide: compare TCO, quantify productivity gains, and build an executive-ready business case. See how cloud-native PDM can cut 3-year costs by 74%.

PDM Implementation Best Practices for Enterprise: A Step-by-Step Rollout Guide

Jan 5, 2026

A comprehensive, step-by-step framework for successful enterprise PDM implementation, covering pre-implementation planning, migration strategies, phased rollout, cost planning, remote work considerations, and user adoption tactics.

What Cloud PDM Providers Have the Fastest Deployment Times?

Jan 1, 2026

Which cloud PDM deploys fastest? A detailed comparison of 10 PDM providers ranked by deployment time, from 30-minute cloud setups to 12+ month enterprise rollouts. Includes setup complexity, key speed factors, and the SharePoint trap.

Best 3D Software for Product Design: A 2025 Guide to CAD Tools and Collaboration Platforms

Dec 10, 2025

Compare top CAD software for product design in 2025. Explore SOLIDWORKS, Creo, Inventor, NX, CATIA, and learn why CAD ROOMS is essential for team collaboration.

ECO Meaning in Engineering: A Complete Guide to Engineering Change Orders

Dec 8, 2025

Learn ECO meaning in engineering and how Engineering Change Orders streamline product development. Complete guide with best practices and modern cloud solutions.