Impediments to Successful Implementation of PDM

This chapter looks at about a dozen potential barriers to progress with Product Data Management (PDM). Most of the potential problems to successful implementation of PDM are known. They’ve already been experienced by the pioneers. A known problem can be avoided. The PDM manager who is aware of the problems that may occur can take action to prevent them, and ensure that the objectives of PDM implementation are met. This chapter looks at some of the barriers to a successful implementation of PDM. These may have several sources such as information systems, human resources, the PDM Project Team, the processes in the product lifecycle, the organisational structure, funding, information, installation and everyday use.