http://www.just-style.com/companies/parametric-technology-corporation_id953Latest Parametric Technology Corporation industry news - from just-style.com© 2013 All content copyright just-style.com. Published by Aroq Ltd.Sun, 26 May 2013 09:53:37 GMTSun, 26 May 2013 09:53:37 GMTjust-style.com - RSS feedjust-style.comhttp://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss20What else is likely to be topping the apparel industry's software agenda this year? Using technology to help mitigate risk in the supply chain, automating data capture, and greater collaboration and information exchange between apparel retailers and brands and their suppliers are all highlighted. Tapping into social media and mobile technologies will also contribute to speed and accuracy.http://www.just-style.com/management-briefing/what-else-is-on-the-agenda_id117428.aspx?utm_source=company-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=parametric-technology-corporationTue, 02 Apr 2013 13:55:00 GMTWhere should apparel firms be focusing their software investments now if they want to remain competitive into the future? According to industry experts consulted by just-style, technology agendas should include tools that better integrate all data between supply chain partners and offer end-to-end visibility, flexibility and speed.http://www.just-style.com/management-briefing/investing-for-the-future_id117424.aspx?utm_source=company-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=parametric-technology-corporationTue, 02 Apr 2013 12:42:00 GMTFaced with a raft of challenges across the apparel supply chain, how can software help tackle the key issues? Tools that connect all trading partners, streamline the end-to-end process, and give industry leaders the flexibility and time to address everything from new opportunities to unexpected events can all contribute to a competitive edge.http://www.just-style.com/management-briefing/tackling-the-challenges_id117423.aspx?utm_source=company-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=parametric-technology-corporationTue, 02 Apr 2013 12:37:00 GMTSocial and environmental compliance are the main issues facing today's apparel supply chains, according to industry experts consulted by just-style. The continued shift towards faster and faster fashion cycles, along with pressure on retailers to adapt to an omni-channel experience, are also throwing up challenges when it comes to flexibility in global sourcing.http://www.just-style.com/management-briefing/supply-chain-challenges_id117320.aspx?utm_source=company-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=parametric-technology-corporationTue, 02 Apr 2013 09:50:00 GMTOutdoor wear company Cabela's has implemented a product lifecycle management system (PLM) from PTC to eliminate redundant tasks and enable more time for creativity and innovation. http://www.just-style.com/news/cabelas-implements-ptc-plm-system_id116219.aspx?utm_source=company-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=parametric-technology-corporationThu, 22 Nov 2012 12:51:00 GMTClothing retailer Brooks Brothers Group has selected a new Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) solution to help improve product design and development effectiveness, reduce costs and better capture market opportunities.http://www.just-style.com/news/brooks-brothers-makes-plm-investment_id116058.aspx?utm_source=company-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=parametric-technology-corporationThu, 08 Nov 2012 11:01:00 GMTFrench textiles major Devanlay, the exclusive worldwide licensee for the Lacoste clothing and accessories brand, has invested in Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) software to help improve its overall efficiency and boost global product development.http://www.just-style.com/news/devanlay-chooses-plm-to-boost-product-development_id114294.aspx?utm_source=company-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=parametric-technology-corporationTue, 08 May 2012 15:26:00 GMTLifestyle clothing company Tommy Bahama has selected PTC FlexPLM Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) software to help improve supply chain collaboration and reduce product development time as it grows its global business.http://www.just-style.com/news/tommy-bahama-selects-plm-to-optimise-supply-chain_id112962.aspx?utm_source=company-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=parametric-technology-corporationWed, 07 Dec 2011 13:16:00 GMTJust as fashion styles and trends have gone global, so have the IT vendors that cater to these companies - and those that sell ERP and PLM applications are no exception.http://www.just-style.com/management-briefing/erp-plm-vendors-eye-growth-in-emerging-markets_id112336.aspx?utm_source=company-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=parametric-technology-corporationMon, 03 Oct 2011 19:46:00 GMTThree years ago, just when Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) software was beginning to generate a buzz as a tool to simplify and inject efficiency into apparel supply chains, some complained the systems faced "horrible" implementation delays as companies and software developers alike struggled to integrate them into organisations.http://www.just-style.com/management-briefing/plm-technology-comes-of-age_id111511.aspx?utm_source=company-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=parametric-technology-corporationMon, 04 Jul 2011 17:37:00 GMTThese days, PLM software suppliers are feeling ecstatic about the growth potential that China, India and Asia Pacific are bringing to their business - which is poised to benefit from the region's booming fashion markets.http://www.just-style.com/management-briefing/plm-suppliers-excited-about-asias-potential_id111498.aspx?utm_source=company-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=parametric-technology-corporationFri, 01 Jul 2011 16:56:00 GMTForecasts for the uptake of product life cycle management (PLM) technology in the clothing industry have slowed from the bullish expectations of three years ago. But software suppliers are still confident that investment in the tools will continue to be strong, despite the volatile global economy.http://www.just-style.com/management-briefing/plm-growing-despite-recessionary-jitters_id111497.aspx?utm_source=company-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=parametric-technology-corporationFri, 01 Jul 2011 16:54:00 GMTThe Product Development Company has released the latest version of its Windchill Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) software, which now lets manufacturers to do more throughout the product lifecycle, know more about product performance and get more value from PLM.http://www.just-style.com/news/ptc-releases-latest-version-of-windchill-plm_id110751.aspx?utm_source=company-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=parametric-technology-corporationTue, 05 Apr 2011 13:04:00 GMTWomen's wear retailer Chico's FAS has invested in Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) software to standardise operations across all of its categories, brands and departments and enhance its ability to be first to market with the latest fashion.http://www.just-style.com/news/chicos-fas-selects-flexplm-for-efficiency-gains_id110594.aspx?utm_source=company-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=parametric-technology-corporationThu, 17 Mar 2011 15:02:00 GMTFootwear maker Deckers Outdoor Corporation, whose brands include Teva, Simple Shoes, and Ugg Australia, has selected the PTC Windchill Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) software to enhance product development and production.http://www.just-style.com/news/deckers-outdoor-selects-ptc-plm-for-faster-design_id107549.aspx?utm_source=company-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=parametric-technology-corporationWed, 28 Apr 2010 14:52:00 GMTAs apparel manufacturers cut their spending during the recession, the uptake of product lifecycle management (PLM) software was one of the many casualties. But signs suggest investment momentum is picking up again, with double-digit growth expected in the coming years. Ivan Castano-Freeman reports.http://www.just-style.com/analysis/recession-takes-the-shine-off-plm_id107302.aspx?utm_source=company-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=parametric-technology-corporationTue, 30 Mar 2010 18:30:00 GMTLeading Chinese sporting goods provider Li Ning has invested in a product lifecycle management (PLM) system to help drive its corporate expansion and globalisation initiatives.http://www.just-style.com/news/li-ning-deploys-flexplm-to-support-growth_id104541.aspx?utm_source=company-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=parametric-technology-corporationTue, 23 Jun 2009 16:30:00 GMTDespite taking place against a gloomy economic backdrop, the IMB - World of Textile Processing trade show in Cologne last week certainly didn't disappoint when it came to new products and innovations. As this roundup of some of the technical highlights shows, faster time-to-market, better quality and lower cost are the drivers behind the latest developments.http://www.just-style.com/analysis/top-technology-trends_id104006.aspx?utm_source=company-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=parametric-technology-corporationWed, 29 Apr 2009 14:43:00 GMTTroubled economic times are forcing apparel retailers, brands and manufacturers to re-evaluate their investments in technology, according to exhibitors at last week's IMB - World of Textile Processing trade fair in Cologne, Germany.http://www.just-style.com/comment/apparel-firms-seek-fast-returns-from-technology_id103983.aspx?utm_source=company-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=parametric-technology-corporationMon, 27 Apr 2009 16:37:00 GMTThere are encouraging signs of optimism among suppliers of production software to the global apparel industry as manufacturers, retailers and brands turn to new technology to prepare themselves for an eventual uptick in business.http://www.just-style.com/news/tough-times-bolster-apparel-software-investments_id103979.aspx?utm_source=company-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=parametric-technology-corporationMon, 27 Apr 2009 15:10:00 GMT