Integration of PDM and ERP systems within a unified information space of an enterprise

Abstract

This article focuses on the research on the complex processes of joint integration of PDM and ERP systems. The relevance of introducing an integrated system within a single information space is justified. The main challenges of systems integration under a unified automation approach are described, including production planning and better management of production data. To successfully solve such problems ERP system needs to operate a certain amount of reference data, without which the production plan will be ineffective or impossible. Due to the fact that such data is often generated and stored in the product data management systems, it becomes necessary to provide data exchange between ERP and PDM systems. A number of key issues relating to the development and establishment of systems are determined. The functions of ERP and PDM systems that require a creation of an interaction interface between them are allocated and described. In conclusion, the positive trends, achievable through integration are reviewed.