Platform comparison
| Platform | Vendor | Native CAD focus | Developer APIs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Teamcenter | Siemens | NX, Solid Edge; connectors for SOLIDWORKS, Inventor, Creo, CATIA | SOA services, REST (Active Workspace), ITK (C) |
| Windchill | PTC | Creo; Workgroup Managers for SOLIDWORKS, Inventor, CATIA, AutoCAD | REST services, Java API, Info*Engine |
| ENOVIA / 3DEXPERIENCE | Dassault Systèmes | CATIA, SOLIDWORKS (3DEXPERIENCE) | REST web services, EKL, JPO / Java |
| Vault | Autodesk | Inventor, AutoCAD, Revit, Civil 3D | Vault .NET API, Job Processor |
Teamcenter
Teamcenter is widely used in automotive, aerospace and heavy industry. Custom integrations often handle ERP exchange, custom workflows, reports and specialised CAD data processing, using SOA services from .NET or Java, or server-side ITK extensions.
Windchill
Windchill is tightly coupled with Creo and strong in change and configuration management. Integrations use REST services (WRS) or Java customisation for workflows, publishing, ERP connectors and custom UI actions.
ENOVIA / 3DEXPERIENCE
The 3DEXPERIENCE platform unifies CATIA, SIMULIA and ENOVIA on a single data model. Integrations use its web services for parts, BOMs and change actions, and EKL scripts for rules inside the platform.
Autodesk Vault
Vault is the natural choice for Autodesk users. The Vault API and Job Processor make it straightforward to automate file conversions, property sync and ERP exchange. Vault Professional adds items and BOM management.
Typical custom integration work
- ERP connectors for parts, BOMs and changes.
- Automatic neutral-format and PDF publishing.
- Validation on check-in or lifecycle transitions.
- Legacy data migration and cleanup.
- Supplier portals and external data sharing.
Choose the platform for your processes and CAD mix, then customise the gaps.
Platform integration with ENGIMANDI
We customise and integrate these platforms with CAD and ERP. See the CAD ↔ PLM/PDM guide and our CAD integration services.