Centric Software® is the AI-innovator behind the leading Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) platform, Centric PLM™, that is blazing the trail for brands, manufacturers and retailers across all segments of the consumer goods industry. Headquartered in the heart of Silicon Valley, Centric Software has shattered the mould to create state-of-the-art A--driven digital solutions to satisfy the needs of every player in the market, large and small, and supports their mission to develop high-quality products that are on time, on trend and in the right distribution channel. All Centric’s solutions utilize AI technology to support companies in their pursuit to bring sustainable products to market, faster.
Centric PLM’s interconnected modules are flexible, highly configurable and span the entire product process including Product Specifications, Materials Management, Product Sourcing, Collection Management, Calendar Management, Quality & compliance Management, Process Management, Line planning, etc. Centric PLM being an open platform, benefits from a wide variety of integrations with 3rd party solutions including Illustrator, CAD agnostic/3D, eCommerce, ERP, PIM’s, other PLMs and more. Centric also was the first to introduce agile deployment and its seamless implementation methodology, ensuring that 100% of its customers go live.
Centric proudly maintains a 100% Go-Live rate due to its scalable solutions for brands, retailers and manufacturers in six verticals – Fashion & Apparel/Outdoor, Food & Beverage, Cosmetics & Personal Care, Consumer Electronics, Home & Furniture and Consumer Goods – Centric prioritizes its clients’ growth and business development. Centric is trusted by major brands such as ASICS, Kmart, Louis Vuitton, Hirdaramani, Tesco, Swarovski, Gymshark, Big Lots, AHAVA, GUESS, MECCA and many more.
Centric is proud to provide the best AI-driven solution, backed by the best team to service the best customers.
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Product Description
Centric PLM™ is a comprehensive Product Lifecycle Management solution designed to streamline the entire product development process for consumer goods industries, including fashion, retail, footwear, luxury, outdoor, and consumer electronics. By providing a centralized platform, Centric PLM enhances collaboration, reduces time-to-market, and improves product quality, enabling businesses to manage product data efficiently from concept to consumer.
Key Features and Functionality:
- Product Data Management (PDM: Serves as a central repository for all product information, including specifications, materials, bills of materials (BOMs, and technical drawings, ensuring consistency and accuracy across teams.
- Sample Management: Streamlines the sample creation and approval process, facilitating effective collaboration on prototypes and reducing development cycles.
- Calendar and Lifecycle Management: Assists in planning, scheduling, and tracking all stages of the product lifecycle, from design deadlines to production milestones, ensuring timely delivery.
- Supplier Collaboration: Facilitates communication with suppliers, enabling real-time updates on material availability, pricing, and production progress, thereby enhancing supply chain efficiency.
- Merchandise Planning: Manages seasons, departments, collections, and specific styles to meet performance targets, using flexible analytics to create top-down goals and bottom-up estimates.
- Materials Management: Maintains a comprehensive materials library, manages BOMs, and executes sourcing functions to ensure a responsive supply chain.
- Quality Management: Oversees quality, consumer product safety, and compliance to meet international standards, assigning quality and safety goals based on corporate and channel-specific standards.
Primary Value and Solutions Provided:
Centric PLM addresses the challenges of managing complex product development processes by offering a unified platform that enhances efficiency, reduces errors, and accelerates time-to-market. By integrating various aspects of product development, from initial concept and design to sourcing and quality control, it ensures that all stakeholders have access to up-to-date information, fostering better decision-making and collaboration. This holistic approach not only improves product quality but also drives innovation and competitiveness in the market.
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Sarah Gluckman
