The more complex a product, the more critical the assembly process becomes. Assembly of even the smallest electronic products through to massive aerospace and automotive products can become expensive and time consuming if it is planned incorrectly or training is inadequate. Being able to properly plan, simulate and then train assembly processes becomes a function that reaches across many departments including: Engineering, Production, and Support.

Having access to the 3D design data well before production begins delivers huge advantages to manufacturers focused on saving time and money in the operations. But also having access to applications which can quickly test a design and then generate simulations and animations, mean that the assembly process can be accurately planned, designed, trained and performed before manufacturing starts.

At the heart of Applied's digital manufacturing simulation solutions is the DELMIA suite of software technologies. DELMIA provides entire digital solutions for on-demand and just-in-time manufacturing processes, allowing manufacturers to bring their products to market more quickly, while reducing production costs and encouraging innovation.
DELMIA's digital manufacturing solutions allow manufacturing organisations to design and visualize the entire production process for a digitally specified product before deploying any physical materials and machines.

They integrate closely with CATIA design solutions, as well as with ENOVIA data management and collaborative work solutions to deliver substantial benefits to customers deploying PLM.

Businesses using DELMIA in conjunction with these solutions can increase opportunities for collaboration, reuse, and collective innovation throughout the product lifecycle.