Stay Sharp in Digital Engineering

Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) is often viewed as a heavyweight discipline reserved for aerospace, defense, or highly regulated industries. In this episode of Stay Sharp, hosts Juliann Grant and Jonathan Scott challenge that assumption. Joined by Eran Reinshmidt and Safae El Abkari from Dassault Systèmes, the conversation explores how MBSE principles apply directly to fast-moving consumer markets. From coffee machines and vacuum cleaners to furniture and connected appliances, the guests unpack why changing consumer trends, regulatory pressure, and competitive intensity demand a more connected, model-driven approach to product development. Through clear examples and memorable analogies, this episode shows how MBSE helps consumer product teams manage requirements, behavior, variants, and cross-disciplinary complexity without slowing innovation. Key Takeaways rate of change and system complexity Guests Eran Reinshmidt Solution Leader, Consumer Industries, Dassault Systèmes Expert in PLM and systems engineering for consumer products across home goods, appliances, lifestyle, and wearable industries Safae El Abkari, PhD Solution Engineering Consultant, Dassault Systèmes Specialist in connected products, multidisciplinary systems, and embedded systems engineering Resources Mentioned If this episode challenged how you think about product development, subscribe to Stay Sharp on your favorite podcast platform. Leave a review or share this episode with a colleague navigating complex product systems. Have a topic you want us to cover next? Email podcasts@razorleaf.com. Music is considered “royalty-free” and discovered on Story Blocks. Technical Podcast Support by Jon Keur at Wayfare Recording Co. © 2024 Razorleaf Corp. All Rights Reserved.

In this episode of the Stay Sharp podcast, Juliann and Jonathan continue their digital product series with returning guest Oleg Shilovitsky, Co-Founder and CEO of OpenBOM. With over 25 years of experience in PLM and engineering software, Oleg unveils what truly sets OpenBOM apart—and why traditional PLM systems fail modern manufacturing organizations. From the shift from single-company databases to interconnected digital networks, to how product data must support real-time collaboration across engineering, procurement, and manufacturing, Oleg explains how OpenBOM tackles an industry-wide pain point: sharing the right data with the right people at the right time. He also introduces the concept of product memory—a foundational element for enabling AI and next-generation decision-making across engineering lifecycles. Key Discussion Topics Memorable Quote “AI starts with the right data. If you can’t feed the AI with clean product memory, you’ll just get noisy answers. That’s why OpenBOM builds the data foundation first—everything else comes from that.” — Oleg Shilovitsky If this episode helped clarify what modern PLM tools must deliver—and how product data can become a strategic advantage—make sure to: Follow the podcast so you don’t miss upcoming episodes in our digital product series. Leave a review sharing your biggest insight from today’s conversation Send us your topic ideas at podcast@razorleaf.com —We’d love to hear what you want us to dissect next. Stay tuned and stay sharp. Music is considered “royalty-free” and discovered on Story Blocks. Technical Podcast Support by Jon Keur at Wayfare Recording Co. © 2024 Razorleaf Corp. All Rights Reserved.

What will digital engineering and manufacturing really look like in 2026? In this forward-looking episode of Stay Sharp in Digital Engineering, hosts Juliann Grant and Jonathan Scott step back from day-to-day execution and examine the trends, technologies, and curveballs shaping the next phase of the industry. From AI-driven data enrichment and digital twins moving beyond PLM, to ERP vendors entering new territory, humanoid robotics, additive manufacturing at scale, and even quantum computing, this conversation blends grounded experience with thoughtful speculation. The result is a candid, wide-ranging discussion about what feels inevitable, what feels risky, and what may arrive faster than expected. Key Topics & Takeaways If you enjoyed this episode: Have a take on 2026 or want to join the conversation? 📩 Email: podcast@razorleaf.com Music is considered “royalty-free” and discovered on Story Blocks. Technical Podcast Support by Jon Keur at Wayfare Recording Co. © 2024 Razorleaf Corp. All Rights Reserved.

As 2025 comes to a close, Stay Sharp in Digital Engineering takes a look back at a year of standout conversations, memorable insights, and practical lessons from across the digital engineering landscape. In this special year-end episode, hosts Juliann Grant and Jonathan Scott revisit powerful soundbites from guests who helped shape the show’s most meaningful discussions. Spanning AI, digital thread and digital twin, model-based systems engineering (MBSE), PLM lessons learned, and emerging industry trends, this mashup captures the ideas that resonated most with listeners and continue to influence how organizations design, build, and manage products. This episode runs a bit longer than the usual format, but it’s packed with clarity, perspective, and a few laughs along the way. Episode 116 also marks a milestone moment for Stay Sharp in Digital Engineering, celebrating over 100 episodes and a growing, engaged listener community. Juliann and Jonathan extend heartfelt thanks to their guests, production team, and listeners for making 2025 such a meaningful year for the podcast. Have ideas for future topics or guests? The team would love to hear from you. 📩 Send suggestions to: podcasts@razorleaf.com 🌐 Visit the new podcast hub: staysharpindigitalengineering.com If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review or sharing it with a colleague, and as always, thanks for listening. Stay sharp. Music is considered “royalty-free” and discovered on Story Blocks. Technical Podcast Support by Jon Keur at Wayfare Recording Co. © 2024 Razorleaf Corp. All Rights Reserved.

Episode Summary AI is everywhere, but in engineering and manufacturing, hype often outpaces reality. In this episode of Stay Sharp in Digital Engineering, we unpack what it actually means to be “AI-ready” and why most organizations are struggling to get there. Hosts Juliann Grant and Jonathan Scott are joined by Graham Law, PLM Solution Architect at Razorleaf, to explore the unglamorous but essential foundation of successful AI initiatives: clean, governed, connected engineering data. With over 16 years in PLM and a deep IT background, Graham offers a grounded perspective on what works, what fails, and where organizations should realistically start. This conversation cuts through buzzwords to focus on practical steps, real risks, and how PLM enables AI to deliver meaningful insight rather than confident misinformation. 🔑 Key Takeaways 80% data hygiene and 20% technologyconfidently wrong AI answersstructure, context, and governancestart small👤 Guest Graham Law 📣 Call to Action If this episode helped sharpen your thinking about AI and engineering data: ● Subscribe to Stay Sharp in Digital Engineering ● Leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify ● Share this episode with a colleague working on AI or PLM initiatives Music is considered “royalty-free” and discovered on Story Blocks. Technical Podcast Support by Jon Keur at Wayfare Recording Co. © 2024 Razorleaf Corp. All Rights Reserved.

In this episode, Juliann and Jonathan sit down with John Salyers and Korey Greene of Sea Box, a company transforming standard shipping containers into high-engineering, mission-ready solutions. This is a refreshingly honest look at a PLM journey filled with false starts, side-hustle implementation work, CAD file chaos, revision control challenges, and the realities of deploying PLM in a fast-moving engineering organization. John and Korey share how Sea Box went from a home-grown Microsoft Access database that crashed “every other day” to a modern PLM system tied directly to CAD, BOMs, and ERP. They walk through what they would do differently, what worked, and how the engineering + project-management partnership has been key to moving everything forward. If you’re on your own PLM or ERP journey, you’ll hear something familiar in their story—and you’ll walk away with practical lessons to avoid the same pitfalls. Key Takeaways • False starts happen—and they’re recoverable. Sea Box had to abandon their first PLM integrator and restart the project, losing time and budget in the process. • “Just stand it up” creates long-term debt. Rushing to replicate old systems (like their EPN database) created unnecessary customization and downstream headaches. • CAD chaos is a universal pain point. Without revision control and file governance, something as simple as quoting a replacement part becomes a scavenger hunt. • CAD Connector changed everything. Push/pull of CAD models, drawings, and revisions now ties engineering design directly to BOMs and ERP. • ERP forced better discipline. Migrating to Business Central required rigor around BOM structure, revision control, and part history. • Multi-perspective leadership matters. A PM + engineer co-admin partnership allowed them to weigh impact on both engineering workflows and business processes. • Community accelerates progress. Sea Box credits the Razorleaf community and user conference for solving problems they thought were unique. • Always use a dev environment. You will break things. You should. But do it safely. If you enjoyed this conversation, please follow the podcast, leave us a rating, or share your biggest takeaway in the comments. Have a topic you'd like us to explore next? Email us at podcast@razorleaf.com. Music is considered “royalty-free” and discovered on Story Blocks. Technical Podcast Support by Jon Keur at Wayfare Recording Co. © 2024 Razorleaf Corp. All Rights Reserved.

In this episode of Stay Sharp in Digital Engineering, hosts Juliann Grant and Jonathan Scott sit down with globally recognized PLM pioneer Dr. Martin Eigner to unpack the evolving landscape of PLM, digital threads, configuration management, and cross-enterprise integration. Dr. Eigner brings decades of research, academic leadership, and industry experience to dissect topics many engineering leaders struggle with: • What configuration items really are • Why extended digital threads matter • Why companies are starting to value integration more than best-of-breed functionality • How PLM, ERP, MES and requirements tools must work together • Why AI and graph databases could shape the next phase of engineering digitization This is a dense, high-value conversation for anyone looking to modernize engineering systems, understand digital transformation beyond buzzwords, or align organizational leadership around PLM strategy. Key Takeaways ● Configuration items span far beyond CAD models; there are typically 200–300 essential objects across the product lifecycle—from requirements to manufacturing process plans. ● A PLM system is only one piece of product lifecycle management; the full lifecycle includes concept, requirements, engineering, production, service, and recycling. ● Many companies now see integration as more valuable than functional specialization. ● The extended digital thread connects configuration items across systems, enabling true change impact analysis. ● Legacy systems create siloed data; extended threads aim to mask these silos through better connectivity. ● Graph databases may be essential to future PLM and digital-thread performance. ● Organizational challenges—not technology—are the biggest roadblocks to transformation. ● Change requires leadership ownership, better alignment between vertical and horizontal teams, and sometimes a rethink of organizational structure. Memorable Quote “There’s a trend that companies are evaluating integration higher than best-in-function—and that is new, but extremely important.” — Dr. Martin Eigner Music is considered “royalty-free” and discovered on Story Blocks. Technical Podcast Support by Jon Keur at Wayfare Recording Co. © 2024 Razorleaf Corp. All Rights Reserved.

Why Data Models Matter in Digital Engineering (Now More Than Ever) In this episode, Juliann Grant and Jonathan Scott dive deep into the growing conversation around data models in digital engineering. With increasing pressure to enable the digital thread, digital twins, and emerging AI capabilities, understanding how data is structured and why it varies across systems is more critical than ever. Together, they unpack: data modelneverThis episode is especially relevant for anyone interested in: Notable Quote: "If the AI doesn't understand the data, and it's just doing statistical prediction, the predictions can be junk. In a safety-critical situation, that's not cool." – Jonathan Scott Have questions or thoughts on this episode? Leave a comment or email podcast@razorleaf.com. Music is considered “royalty-free” and discovered on Story Blocks. Technical Podcast Support by Jon Keur at Wayfare Recording Co. © 2024 Razorleaf Corp. All Rights Reserved.

In this episode of Stay Sharp in Digital Engineering, hosts Jonathan Scott and Juliann Grant sit down with Oleg Shilovitsky, CEO and co-founder of OpenBOM, for a candid conversation about why so many engineering and manufacturing companies struggle with product data—and what they can do differently. Oleg breaks down the realities of managing product structure, BOMs, and cross-system data flow, and explains why connecting these elements early is essential for companies trying to scale. The team explores the cultural, technical, and process-driven challenges organizations face when they attempt to modernize their digital infrastructure—especially when legacy tools, disconnected databases, and informal workflows get in the way. Discussed In This Episode The Product Data Gap: Why companies often underestimate the complexity of product information—and how this gap causes friction between engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and procurement. Document-Centric vs. Data-Centric Thinking: Oleg explains why traditional document-driven approaches fall short and how a shift to connected, granular data changes everything. BOM Management Reality Check: Why spreadsheets still dominate BOM management, when they break down, and how to transition to structured, traceable product data. Connecting Systems, Not Just Software: The pitfalls of building tools in isolation and why establishing a shared “system of product truth” prevents downstream chaos. Cultural and Organizational Resistance: Why digital transformation isn’t just a tooling problem—it’s a mindset challenge across teams who have “always done it this way.” Scalability and Supply Chain Insight: How connected product data improves visibility, reduces surprises, and helps companies navigate supply chain complexity. Key Takeaways • Product information isn’t just CAD files—it’s a living structure that must stay connected across the entire company. • Moving from documents to data creates clarity, consistency, and the ability to scale. • Spreadsheets may feel convenient, but they break under pressure as products grow more complex. • A unified view of product structure strengthens communication between engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain. • True digital transformation only sticks when the organization aligns culturally—not just technologically. Notable Quote “You can build the best software in the world, but if the data is disconnected, nothing works. The magic happens when all the pieces come together.” — Oleg Shilovitsky Listen & Subscribe Stay up to date on all things digital engineering—from PLM and BOM management to digital thread strategy. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or watch the conversation on YouTube. Music is considered “royalty-free” and discovered on Story Blocks. Technical Podcast Support by Jon Keur at Wayfare Recording Co. © 2024 Razorleaf Corp. All Rights Reserved.

In this episode of Stay Sharp in Digital Engineering, hosts Juliann Grant and Jonathan Scott sit down with Razorleaf’s Vice President of Business Development, Derek Neiding, to unpack how manufacturers can start smart when implementing complex digital engineering systems like PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) and MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems). The trio explores practical strategies for setting up successful projects—from process analysis and system selection to executive alignment and user adoption. In This Episode Key Takeaways whywhat Notable Quote “Education isn’t a delay—it’s an accelerator. At some point, you’ll need to know how these systems connect, so you can either learn it when everything’s on the floor or before you start.” — Derek Nieding Listen & Subscribe Stay up to date on all things digital engineering—from PLM and MES to digital thread strategy. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or watch on YouTube. Music is considered “royalty-free” and discovered on Story Blocks. Technical Podcast Support by Jon Keur at Wayfare Recording Co. © 2024 Razorleaf Corp. All Rights Reserved.

In this episode of Stay Sharp in Digital Engineering, hosts Juliann Grant and Jonathan Scott continue their digital product series with Eric Schrader, Chief Product Officer at Propel Software. Together, they explore how Propel’s Product Value Management (PVM) platform expands beyond traditional PLM to unify teams, processes, and data across the entire product lifecycle—from concept to customer. Eric, a serial entrepreneur and product leader with experience at Agile Software, Coupa, and BetterWorks, shares how Propel’s SaaS solution helps high-tech, medtech, and consumer goods companies connect engineering, quality, and go-to-market teams around a single digital thread of product information. 💡 Key Topics Covered If you’re curious how modern PLM platforms are evolving into connected, intelligent ecosystems that empower both engineers and marketers, this episode offers a clear, practical look at how PVM redefines collaboration, compliance, and customer value. Music is considered “royalty-free” and discovered on Story Blocks. Technical Podcast Support by Jon Keur at Wayfare Recording Co. © 2024 Razorleaf Corp. All Rights Reserved.

In this episode of Stay Sharp in Digital Engineering, hosts Juliann Grant and Jonathan Scott continue the Digital Product Series with a deep dive into First Resonance, a company redefining how modern manufacturers operate. Our guest, Devin Patel, Head of Solutions at First Resonance, shares how their flagship platform ION—a modular, data-driven factory operating system—helps manufacturers move fast without losing control. From aerospace and defense to climate tech, robotics, and energy, First Resonance empowers teams to prototype quickly, scale complex hardware production, and stay agile in an ever-changing market. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: with control Devin also shares insights into the company’s origins, customer-first approach, and how they’re working to give a 10-person startup the same visibility and control as an enterprise manufacturer—all while maintaining startup speed. If you’ve ever wondered how digital manufacturing is evolving beyond rigid, legacy systems, this conversation will open your eyes to what’s possible. 👉 Subscribe to Stay Sharp in Digital Engineering on your favorite podcast platform or YouTube, and stay tuned for more episodes in the Digital Product Series. Music is considered “royalty-free” and discovered on Story Blocks. Technical Podcast Support by Jon Keur at Wayfare Recording Co. © 2024 Razorleaf Corp. All Rights Reserved.

In this episode, the team reconnects with Michael Finocchiaro to unpack his research into 300+ startups transforming the digital engineering landscape. From PLM and CAD to industrial AI and adaptive manufacturing, Michael reveals how new technologies, global innovation hubs, and AI-driven design tools are reshaping how products are developed, simulated, and produced. Listeners will gain a data-driven look at where agility, investment, and artificial intelligence are fueling the next wave of disruption in digital twin, simulation, MES, and smart manufacturing ecosystems. Key Takeaways About the Guest Michael Finocchiaro is a Franco-American technology evangelist, consultant, and recognized voice in PLM, digital twin, and engineering software. With over 30 years of experience at HP, IBM, PTC, and Dassault Systèmes, he now advises startups, VCs, and enterprise clients on competitive strategy and digital transformation. Music is considered “royalty-free” and discovered on Story Blocks. Technical Podcast Support by Jon Keur at Wayfare Recording Co. © 2024 Razorleaf Corp. All Rights Reserved.

In this episode, the Razorleaf team continues the Digital Product Series by spotlighting Propel Software—a next-generation PLM company built on the Salesforce platform. Juliann and Jonathan sit down with Tom Shoemaker, VP of Product Marketing at Propel, to explore how the company is redefining product lifecycle management by unifying engineering, sales, marketing, and service. Tom shares how Propel bridges the gap between product development and commercialization, enabling manufacturers to bring products to market faster through connected data, collaboration, and AI. 💡 Key Topics Discussed • The Propel Vision Propel helps manufacturers manage everything required to make, market, sell, and service products successfully—not just engineering data. By combining PLM, QMS, and PIM in one platform, Propel helps unify the product journey from concept to customer. • Built on Salesforce Propel was founded in 2015 to modernize PLM using the Salesforce platform. By leveraging Salesforce’s proven infrastructure, Propel focuses on business logic, collaboration, and innovation—allowing customers to scale faster with open, configurable systems. • Industry Focus & Use Cases Propel is designed for discrete manufacturers that rely on contract manufacturing and global supply chains, including: • Success Story: Savant & GE Lighting Savant Industries, owner of the GE Lighting brand, adopted Propel to streamline product management and accelerate commercialization. Results include: Notably, after acquiring a new company, Savant ingested all product data and commercialized it the same day using Propel’s unified Salesforce-powered system. • Product Value Management (PVM) Tom introduces the concept of Product Value Management (PVM)—a unified approach that combines PLM, QMS, and PIM to drive both cost reduction and revenue growth, while mitigating risk across the product lifecycle. • The Future: AI + Interoperability Propel’s next phase centers on AI-driven automation (Propel One) and multi-CAD interoperability. Learn more about Propel Software at propelsoftware.com. Got questions for Tom or thoughts on this episode? Leave a comment or email podcast@razorleaf.com. Music is considered “royalty-free” and discovered on Story Blocks. Technical Podcast Support by Jon Keur at Wayfare Recording Co. © 2024 Razorleaf Corp. All Rights Reserved.

In this episode of Stay Sharp in Digital Engineering, hosts Juliann Grant and Jonathan Scott sit down with Devin Patel, Head of Solutions at First Resonance, to explore how manufacturing companies—startups and established players alike—can rethink the way they build and scale their operations. Devin shares insights on moving away from traditional monolithic systems like ERP and MES toward a more modular, data-driven approach that prioritizes flexibility, scalability, and real-world results. Together, they dive into: ● Why a strong data footprint matters more than rigid systems. ● How cloud computing, open APIs, and AI are enabling faster, more nimble manufacturing strategies. ● Real-world examples from aerospace, energy, and medical device companies that are embracing modular approaches. ● The unique challenges (and advantages) startups face compared to large, established manufacturers. ● The role of digital thread and digital twins in creating visibility, traceability, and agility across teams. From building satellites and space thrusters to streamlining complex assembly, Devin explains how manufacturers can transform operations by solving one problem at a time—without years-long IT projects. If you’ve ever wondered how to build a future-proof digital backbone for manufacturing, this episode offers a blueprint for rethinking the status quo. 🔗 Resources & Links ● Learn more about First Resonance ● Connect with Devin Patel on LinkedIn ● Subscribe to Stay Sharp in Digital Engineering for more conversations on digital transformation in manufacturing Music is considered “royalty-free” and discovered on Story Blocks. Technical Podcast Support by Jon Keur at Wayfare Recording Co. © 2024 Razorleaf Corp. All Rights Reserved.

🔍 Episode Overview In this episode, the Razorleaf team unpacks insights from the Global Product Data Interoperability Summit (GPDIS) in Phoenix — one of the industry’s most collaborative events where aerospace and manufacturing leaders come together to solve shared challenges around data, digital engineering, and interoperability. From AI skepticism to digital thread strategy, Juliann, Jonathan, Tony, and François discuss what’s changing fast, what’s still a struggle, and why cooperation between competitors like Boeing, Airbus, and Lockheed Martin is key to advancing the industry. 💡 Key Topics Discussed • Event Overview & Collaboration GPDIS brings together major OEMs, suppliers, and vendors from across aerospace, defense, and manufacturing to discuss digital transformation challenges. Despite being competitors, attendees openly shared lessons and standards to advance interoperability across systems and companies. • AI in Aerospace Artificial intelligence dominated conversations—but with healthy skepticism. Attendees debated AI’s limits, data accuracy, and the future role of AI in engineering workflows. • Digital Thread Maturity The “digital thread” remained the central theme. While most companies are still building point-to-point integrations, speakers emphasized the need for hub-and-spoke models and long-term data strategies to achieve true interoperability. • MBSE on the Factory Floor A strong focus on model-based systems engineering (MBSE) emerged, highlighting how manufacturing itself should be viewed as a system that benefits from model-based practices. • Emerging Standards: DDP, TDP & CASCADE Jonathan shared updates on evolving data standards like Digital Data Packages (DDP) and Technical Data Packages (TDP)—and how new frameworks such as CASCADE aim to improve how organizations link and share digital data. • Legacy Systems & Integration Challenges Many manufacturers are still running decade-old PLM and ERP systems, which complicates integration and modernization efforts. François noted that upgrading legacy systems is often the biggest barrier to achieving a seamless digital thread. • Governance & Co-Creation Tony and François emphasized that successful digital transformation requires joint ownership between engineering and IT—not siloed efforts. Strong governance and “co-creation” across teams are critical to managing PLM evolution and integration projects. 🧭 Key Takeaways Collaboration > Competition: AI Is Not a Silver Bullet: Legacy Systems Hold Back Progress: Governance Matters: Digital Thread Is a Journey: 🗣️ Memorable Quote “Everybody raise your hand—who wants to fly in a plane built entirely by AI?” 🔗 Connect with Razorleaf Visit Razorleaf.com for insights, solutions, and resources on PLM, digital thread, and systems integration. Music is considered “royalty-free” and discovered on Story Blocks. Technical Podcast Support by Jon Keur at Wayfare Recording Co. © 2024 Razorleaf Corp. All Rights Reserved.

In this episode of Stay Sharp in Digital Engineering, hosts Juliann Grant and Jonathan Scott welcome back Steve Nichols, head of Razorleaf Government Solutions, to explore how digital engineering is transforming government contracts and supply chains. From DOD digital engineering requirements to data rights and risk management, they unpack what contractors—especially small businesses—need to know to stay competitive. The conversation covers: Whether you’re a prime contractor, a subcontractor, or a supplier in the defense and aerospace sector, this episode offers practical insights into meeting digital engineering compliance and shaping better outcomes for government customers. 🎧 Listen now and learn how to integrate digital engineering best practices into your government program strategy. Music is considered “royalty-free” and discovered on Story Blocks. Technical Podcast Support by Jon Keur at Wayfare Recording Co. © 2024 Razorleaf Corp. All Rights Reserved.

In this episode of Stay Sharp in Digital Engineering, hosts Juliann Grant and Jonathan Scott sit down with Mark Borcher from Razorleaf Government Solutions to tackle a rarely discussed but critical topic: retiring legacy business systems. Mark brings nearly two decades of experience in engineering, system integration, and enterprise transformation, and he shares what really goes into shutting down old PLM, ERP, CRM, and supply chain systems—and moving organizations onto modern platforms. From outdated DOS-based tools to massive migrations involving hundreds of systems, Mark explains the technical, organizational, and people-related obstacles that can derail a system retirement—and how to overcome them. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: When it’s time to retire a systemHow to plan a smooth transitionThe biggest roadblocks organizations faceWhy people are the hardest (and most important) partMark’s best adviceWhether you’re sunsetting a small PDM tool or migrating hundreds of interconnected legacy systems, this conversation will help you understand the hidden challenges—and how to get ahead of them. Music is considered “royalty-free” and discovered on Story Blocks. Technical Podcast Support by Jon Keur at Wayfare Recording Co. © 2024 Razorleaf Corp. All Rights Reserved.

In this episode of Stay Sharp in Digital Engineering, we sit down with Frank Patz-Brockmann, Chief Product & Technology Officer at CONTACT Software, to explore one of the most mature yet under-the-radar platforms in the PLM space. Frank shares how CONTACT Software—best known in Germany but lesser-known in North America—has evolved from its early days as "CIM Database" into the highly modular and extensible platform now known as CONTACT Elements. We cover: Key takeaway: CONTACT Software might just be one of the most powerful, composable digital engineering platforms you’ve never heard of—until now. 🔗 Learn more: contact-software.com 📩 Questions or feedback? Email us at podcast@raiseleaf.com or leave a comment wherever you listen. 🎧 Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review—every click helps spread the word. Music is considered “royalty-free” and discovered on Story Blocks. Technical Podcast Support by Jon Keur at Wayfare Recording Co. © 2024 Razorleaf Corp. All Rights Reserved.

In this special 100th episode of Stay Sharp in Digital Engineering, the team celebrates with a twist—turning the show into a game of acronym bingo! Host Juliann welcomes back Jennifer Ferello, alongside Jonathan Scott and Eric Doubell, for a fast-paced contest to identify 100 acronyms from the world of digital engineering, PLM, and beyond. Expect laughter, a few stumpers, plenty of partial credit, and who will be ultimately crowned the “King/Queen of PLM.” The crew reflects on the fun (and occasional frustration) of decoding acronyms while celebrating the milestone with listeners who made it all possible. 👑 Acronyms, banter, and bingo—what better way to mark 100 episodes? Music is considered “royalty-free” and discovered on Story Blocks. Technical Podcast Support by Jon Keur at Wayfare Recording Co. © 2024 Razorleaf Corp. All Rights Reserved.