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Centric Software's Groundbreaking Innovations in Product Lifecycle Management

Centric Software® has recently announced significant advancements in its flagship Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) platform, Centric PLM™, particularly designed for the food and beverage as well as grocery sectors. As demand for efficiency and compliance grows in these fast-paced markets, Centric PLM offers transformative solutions powered by artificial intelligence (AI) that promise to streamline workflows and enhance user experience.

Modern Features Driving Efficiency

The latest update of Centric PLM capitalizes on cutting-edge AI technologies, delivering improvements that are specifically built on feedback from industry leaders. The new features include a modern user interface, intelligent supplier collaboration tools, a mobile application, and integrated AI functionalities that expedite decision-making processes, ultimately reducing time to market.

Ron Watson, Executive Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer at Centric Software, says, "Our updated Centric PLM solution aims to enhance agility among food and beverage companies in a competitive landscape. The new compliance engine streamlines management of diverse regulatory requirements, ultimately accelerating compliance efforts for quicker product development."

Key Innovations in Centric PLM

1. AI-Powered Workflow Enhancements

Centric PLM now integrates AI deeply into its workflow, offering tailored solutions across various stages of product development from concept through procurement. Unlike traditional tools, these enhancements ensure swift, informed decision-making.

2. Robust Compliance Engine

A game-changer for food manufacturers, this compliance engine allows users to manage ingredient regulations with ease. Detailed checks of formulations ensure that quality and accuracy are upheld, reducing risks linked to non-compliance and claims.

3. Product Brief Clarity

The updated solution consolidates all product requirements into a coherent format, promoting better collaboration among teams. This new clarity minimizes misunderstandings and errors, fostering seamless teamwork from the outset of product development.

4. Automated Impact Analysis

The system identifies interconnected dependencies between ingredients and regulatory frameworks, making change management more straightforward and accurate. As a result, quality and compliance issues can be addressed more efficiently, allowing for quicker decisions.

5. Streamlined Supplier Collaboration

Centric PLM now supports real-time communication between teams and suppliers, significantly reducing delays in collaboration on product requirements and documentation, thus improving overall efficiency.

6. Simplifying Sustainability

Addressing new ESG regulations is vital for modern companies. With Centric PLM’s environmental metrics and certificate management tools, managing compliance becomes effortless. Automated reports enhance accuracy while tracking renewals and expirations ensure thorough compliance management in a regulated environment.

7. Innovative Sidebar Navigation

A redesigned sidebar navigation tailored for fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) offers swift access to vital functions, eliminating unnecessary complexity in data handling. This simplicity allows teams to react promptly to changing demands.

Chris Groves, CEO of Centric Software, emphasizes that every innovation has been informed by customer feedback to ensure that pressing industry challenges are met. According to Groves, this customer-centric approach, combined with industry best practices, positions Centric PLM as the leading choice for companies in the food and beverage sector.

Market-Leading Solutions

Centric Software continues to excel in providing comprehensive solutions that enhance productivity. By effectively managing the entire product lifecycle—from concept development and sourcing to packaging and regulatory compliance—Centric PLM reportedly improves productivity by up to 50% and decreases time to market by 60%.

With tools like Centric Visual Boards™ and Centric PXM™, businesses can maintain robust product portfolios and transform brand experiences, ultimately leading to increased sales and improved margins in an increasingly competitive market.

To learn more about these innovative offerings or to request a demo, visit Centric Software. Centric Software operates under the umbrella of Dassault Systèmes, the global leader in 3D design software and PLM solutions. As a registered trademark, Centric Software remains committed to pushing the boundaries of product lifecycle management to serve a dynamic and ever-evolving sector.