Learn Infor ERP Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)

Learn Infor ERP Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) : Essential Tools for Managing Product Development and Enhancing Lifecycle Efficiency

Unlock the full potential of your product development process and supercharge your career with the definitive guide to Infor ERP Product Lifecycle Management. This is not just a theoretical overview; it is a hands-on, practical playbook designed for students ready to launch their careers, professionals seeking to master their roles, and executives aiming to drive enterprise-wide efficiency.

Each chapter provides a clear overview and learning outcomes, ensuring a structured educational journey from foundational concepts to advanced strategies. You'll gain the practical knowledge to manage the entire product lifecycle-from ideation and change management to quality and supplier collaboration.

This book is your roadmap to becoming a highly valued expert in the Infor PLM ecosystem. Invest in the skills that matter. Purchase your copy from InfoWave MRV today and transform your understanding of PLM from theory into a powerful career asset.



Contents at a Glance



Part 1: The Foundation: Understanding the Why and What of PLM

This section sets the stage, ensuring even absolute beginners can grasp the core concepts before diving into the software.Chapter 1: Introduction to Product Lifecycle Management: From Idea to Retirement

Chapter 2: Navigating the Infor Ecosystem: Where PLM Fits In

Chapter 3: First Steps in Infor PLM: A Guided Tour of the User Interface

Chapter 4: The Core Building Blocks: Understanding Items, BOMs, and Documents



Part 2: Mastering the Product Development Cycle: A Hands-On Guide

This is the core of the book, where readers learn the essential, day-to-day functions of Infor PLM.Chapter 5: From Spark to Specification: Managing New Product Ideas and Requirements

Chapter 6: The Heart of the Product: Mastering Bill of Materials (BOM) Management

Chapter 7: Managing Evolution: The Engineering Change Management (ECM) Process in Action

Chapter 8: Controlling Your Data: Practical Document Management and Version Control

Chapter 9: Embedding Quality from the Start: Integrating Quality Management Processes

Chapter 10: Bridging Design and Supply Chain: Supplier Collaboration and Sourcing

Chapter 11: The Handover: Synchronizing PLM Data with Infor ERP for Manufacturing



Part 3: Advanced Strategies for Enhancing Efficiency and Value

This section is for professionals and executives looking to maximize the value of their PLM investment.Chapter 12: Keeping Development on Track: Project Management within Infor PLM

Chapter 13: Navigating the Maze: Ensuring Product Compliance and Sustainability

Chapter 14: From Data to Decisions: Leveraging Analytics and Reporting for Insight

Chapter 15: Tailoring the System: A Practical Guide to Configuration and Workflow Automation



Part 4: Implementation, Careers, and the Future

This final section provides a roadmap for implementing the system and using these skills for career growth.Chapter 16: Building the Business Case: Quantifying the ROI of Infor PLM

Chapter 17: From Plan to Go-Live: A Practical Guide to Infor PLM Implementation

Chapter 18: Leveraging the Cloud: The Practical Benefits of Infor's Multi-Tenant Cloud Strategy

Chapter 19: Building Your Career: Roles and Opportunities in the Infor PLM Ecosystem

Chapter 20: The Future of Product Development: Digital Twins, IoT, and the Evolution of Infor PLM