We are considering switching from Smarteam to Adept or Activault for our SW file mgt. Anyone have any advice or comments on switching to one of those packages??
BACKGROUND INFO: =================================================================== We are a current Smarteam user with Solidworks. We have decided to replace Smarteam.
We have also reviewed Product Center, PDM Works, Conisio. Product Center -- felt too much like Smarteam PDM Works -- we liked the interface a lot, but we need remote access, and were nervous about potential problems with: the number of users we have, complexity of our models, volume of data we have to manage Conisio -- it seemed too new, we did not have any luck getting references through our VAR, foreign company (i.e., potential support issues -- like Smarteam), it's more than what we need
Company info:
12-15 designers/eng's using Solidworks Additional 20+ need to view drawings Machine design and mfg company (seafood processing, typical 500 unique parts in a model, 1000-2000 total parts)Main requirements for SW PDM: Vault Revision control Assist with multiple users working on the same model Other requirements: Non-proprietary database for exporting info to inventory mgt program Need remote access -- viewing and check in/release Needs to be easy to use, easy to learn, low training costs Minimal bugs/problem Easy annual upgrades Minimal/no need for consultants Good support from manufacturer, fast response to bugs/issues