Episode SummaryProfessor Jörg Fischer shares his journey from mechanical engineering to becoming a leading expert in PLM and digitalization. The discussion explores how understanding Bill of Materials (BOM) structures reveals a company's operational framework, the challenges of master data management in ERP systems, and the shift from Engineering to Order (ETO) to Configure to Order (CTO) strategies. The conversation highlights how traditional systems struggle with lifecycle management and explores innovative concepts like "part proxies" that could transform manufacturing flexibility.Key TakeawaysThe BOM as a Company's Framework: Understanding BOM structures reveals how information flows through an organizationAI Requires Quality Data First: Before AI can transform manufacturing, companies must establish strong data foundationsMaster Data Limitations: Traditional ERP systems often lack flexibility in handling master data that changes throughout product lifecyclesPart Proxy Revolution: The concept of "part proxies" could allow companies to maintain engineering consistency while enabling manufacturing flexibilityGlobal Factory Networks: Post-pandemic supply chain challenges are driving companies to create distributed manufacturing networks that require new approaches to parts managementPLM-ERP Integration: The line between PLM and ERP systems is blurring as companies need seamless information flow from design to productionTimestamps00:00 Introduction to PLM and Digital Integration01:09 Jörg Fischer's Career Journey05:51 Understanding Companies through BOM Structures 09:13 The Evolution of BOM and Digitalization 11:41 AI and Data Management in Manufacturing 13:52 Challenges with Master Data in ERP Systems 18:13 The Importance of Revisioning in Manufacturing 20:35 Engineering to Order vs. Configure to Order 25:08 The Concept of Part Proxy in Engineering 28:17 Challenges in Manufacturing and Local Content 31:06 The Importance of Flexible Supply Chains 34:03 Integrating PLM and ERP Systems 36:55 The Role of Plant BOMs in Modern Manufacturing 39:48 The Future of Product Development and Systems Engineering 43:47 The Evolution of PLM and ERP SystemsConnect With UsYouTubeLinkedInWebsiteSpotifyScott BricklerJeff BricklerFollow Professor Jörg W. Fischer on LinkedIn and YouTube.

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