PTC Windchill Overview

PTC-Windchill offers out-of-the-box PLM functionality for quick implementation. Manufacturers can collaborate instantly and visualize data dynamically in real-time.

Use Cases

Customers recommend Products & Pricelist Management, Collaboration, Workflow Management, as the business use cases that they have been most satisfied with while using PTC Windchill.

Other use cases:

  • Customer Feedback Management
  • Public Relations
  • Community Building
  • Engaging And Following Up
  • Contract Management
  • Performance Management
  • Generation Of New Leads
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Business Priorities

Acquire Customers and Scale Best Practices are the most popular business priorities that customers and associates have achieved using PTC Windchill.

Other priorities:

  • Improve ROI
  • Increase Sales & Revenue
  • Increase Customer Life Time Value
  • Establish Thought Leadership
  • Enter New Markets Internationally Or Locally
  • Launch New Products
  • Enhance Customer Relationships
  • Grow Market Share
  • Improve Visibility
  • Improve Digital And Social Presence
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PTC Windchill Use-Cases and Business Priorities: Customer Satisfaction Data

PTC Windchill's features include Live Streaming, Recording, Personalization, etc. and PTC Windchill support capabilities include Chat Support, Email Support, 24/7 Support, etc. also PTC Windchill analytics capabilities include Analytics, and Custom Reports.

Reviews

"...The workflows were very intricate and very powerful...." Peer review by Fabiola F., Research

Peer review evidence (same sources as the product rating summary)

"...Creo View 7, embedded in PTC's product lifecycle management software, provides visual comparisons based on process manufacturing information (PMI) created through model-based definition (MBD) practices...." Windchill Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) Software
"...Ingersoll Rand enabled collaborative product developmen.... ..." Vaillant Group's Engineering Change Management Efficiency
"...Simple to complex changes supporting industry best practices and tailorable automated workflows...." PLM Expert Packages

PTC Windchill, TeamGantt, MeisterTask, GanttPRO, ProductBoard, etc., all belong to a category of solutions that help Project Management. Each of them excels in different abilities. Therefore, determining the best platform for your business will depend on your specific needs and requirements.

Popular Business Setting

for PTC Windchill

Top Industries

  • Information Technology and Services
  • Consumer Goods
  • Computer Software

Popular in

  • Large Enterprise
  • Enterprise
  • Mid Market

PTC Windchill is popular in Information Technology And Services, Consumer Goods, and Computer Software and is widely used by Large Enterprise, Enterprise, and Mid Market.

PTC Windchill Customer wins, Customer success stories, Case studies

What makes PTC Windchill ideal for Products & Pricelist Management?

How can PTC Windchill enhance your Collaboration process?

What makes PTC Windchill ideal for Workflow Management?

How can PTC Windchill optimize your Customer Feedback Management Workflow?

11 buyers and buying teams have used Cuspera to assess how well PTC Windchill solved their Project Management needs. Cuspera uses 977 insights from these buyers along with peer reviews, customer case studies, testimonials, expert blogs and vendor provided installation data to help you assess the fit for your specific Project Management needs.

 

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PTC Therapeutics has completed its acquisition of ST-920, a gene therapy for Fabry disease, from Sangamo Therapeutics. The therapy, designed for one-time administration, aims to provide a durable tre...atment alternative to chronic enzyme replacement therapy. A rolling BLA submission for FDA approval is expected by Q4 2026.

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Fisica Applied Technologies - Defence - Medium

Defence manufacturer selects PTC's Creo and Windchill - Aerospace Manufacturing magazine

Fisica Applied Technologies, a defence manufacturer, has selected PTC's Creo CAD and Windchill PLM solutions to enhance product design and development. This adoption aims to unify engineering process...es across its business units, supporting collaboration and design consistency. The integration of PTC's platforms will aid Fisica in managing complex defence programs and meeting regulatory standards.

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Fisica Applied Technologies - Defense - Medium

PTC's Creo and Windchill Solutions Selected for Product Development across Fisica Applied Technologies

USA

Fisica Applied Technologies has adopted PTC's Creo CAD and Windchill PLM solutions for product development across its engineering environment. This standardization supports design consistency, config...uration control, and traceability for complex defense programs, aligning with Fisica's operational needs and growth objectives.

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松田モデル - Manufacturing - Small

Japan

Creo helped 松田モデル improve design and development. They used 3D CAD and AI to change their manufacturing process. With Creo, they combined polygon and 3D scan data in one CAD system. This made mass pr...oduction data more accurate and faster to create. They reduced rework, cut costs, and made it easier for young staff to keep quality high.

 

株式会社ZMP - Robotics - Small

Tokyo, Japan

Creo helped ZMP design and test their CarriRo Deli delivery robot. ZMP faced a labor shortage in the delivery industry. They used Creo's 3D CAD and simulation tools to improve quality and safety. The... team quickly modeled complex parts and ran structural and thermal analyses. Creo made it easy for engineers to switch from other CAD tools. ZMP now develops robots faster and with fewer errors.

 

ZF - Automotive - Very Large

Friedrichshafen, Germany

ZF used Windchill and Windchill Navigate to connect teams and break down silos. Before, each division worked alone and used different tools, causing delays and outdated data. With the new PLM system,... product information is easy to access and share. Teams can now make fast, data-driven decisions and act quickly. This helps ZF deliver better products and stay ahead in the automotive industry.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What buyers ask before choosing PTC Windchill

What is PTC Windchill?

PTC Windchill is a product lifecycle management software that enables easy integration with other enterprise systems, including IoT, providing a solid foundation for a product-driven digital thread. It helps with more projects, faster lead time, improvement in R&D efficiency and lower costs of non-quality.

It helps with Core PDM and PLM functionality for expert users in base, advanced and premium packages to best meet the organization's needs. Enables functional experts to leverage associative product data in the context of their role and/or industry with a high degree of automation. View and interact with product data in the context of their system using ThingWorx Navigate. It also allows users to visualize, validate and review all forms of digital product data in 2D, 3D, and augmented reality.

Its features include process management, technical knowledge base, quality management, integrations, data visualization and analysis, cost estimation, collaboration, customer experience and feedback management and more.

What is PTC Windchill used for?

PTC Windchill is a Project Management Software mainly used by its customers to Acquire Customers and Scale Best Practices by Products & Pricelist Management, Collaboration and Workflow Management .

What are the top features of PTC Windchill?

Live streaming, Recording and Personalization are some of the top features of PTC Windchill.

Who uses PTC Windchill?

PTC Windchill is used by Information Technology And Services, Consumer Goods and Computer Software among other industries.

What are PTC Windchill alternatives?

TeamGantt, MeisterTask, GanttPRO and ProductBoard are popular alternatives for PTC Windchill.

Where is PTC Windchill located?

PTC Windchill is headquartered at PTC World Headquarters, 121 Seaport Boulevard, Boston, MA 02210.
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Peers used PTC Windchill for products & pricelist management and collaboration

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FEATURE RATINGS AND REVIEWS
AI Powered

3.33/5 ★

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Analytics

4.03/5 ★

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Custom Reports

3.74/5 ★

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CAPABILITIES RATINGS AND REVIEWS
AI Powered

3.33/5 ★

Read Reviews (7)
Analytics

4.03/5 ★

Read Reviews (55)
Custom Reports

3.74/5 ★

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PTC Inc. News

M&A

Schneider Electric Acquires PTC in US$22.6bn AI Deal

Schneider Electric has announced its acquisition of PTC for $22.6 billion, marking its largest deal to date. This acquisition aims to enhance Schneider's capabilities in AI and industrial software, aligning with its strategy to lead in Energy and Industrial Intelligence. The deal is expected to close in the third quarter of 2027.

Product

How PTC Enables Customer Success | Data-Driven DX and AI Utilization

PTC integrates generative AI into its enterprise tools like Creo, Windchill, Codebeamer, and ServiceMax, enhancing product workflows and enabling data-driven manufacturing digital transformation (DX). The AI-powered PLM solutions facilitate cross-departmental optimization and innovation, ensuring ethical AI governance and data privacy.

M&A

Schneider Electric to acquire PTC in $22.6 billion deal

Schneider Electric has agreed to acquire PTC Inc. in a $22.6 billion all-cash deal, marking a 42.3% premium over PTC's last closing price. The acquisition aims to create a comprehensive software and AI powerhouse, enhancing Schneider's capabilities in product lifecycle management and industrial software. The transaction is expected to close by Q3 2027, pending shareholder and regulatory approvals.

M&A

Schneider Electric nears deal to buy industrial software group PTC for $20bn

Schneider Electric plans to acquire industrial software group PTC for $23.7 billion. This acquisition aims to enhance Schneider Electric's capabilities in digital transformation and industrial software, aligning with its strategy to expand in the energy management and automation sectors.

PTC Inc. Profile

Company Name

PTC Inc.

Company Website

https://www.ptc.com/en

HQ Location

PTC World Headquarters, 121 Seaport Boulevard, Boston, MA 02210

Employees

5001-10000

Social

Financials

IPO