This training course has been accredited by the NAFEMS Education & Training Working Group

Essential Principles of Simulation Data Management

Duration:	2 days
Delivery:	Onsite Classroom Public Classroom
Language:	English French
Level:	Mid-level
Availability:	Worldwide
Tutor(s):	Mark Norris
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Get a head-start on your SDM solution.

Engineers and engineering departments are facing a rapid and continuous increase in the size and complexity of the data sets they need to manage. Simulation Data Management (SDM) solutions have now been in effective, productive use for eighteen years. SDM solutions have both enabled organisations to get their data under control and to achieve significant reductions in time spent on laborious data management tasks. SDM has enabled breakthrough increases in engineering throughput through productivity increases, global working, and democratisation of simulation processes and accelerated analyst development. But there have been notable, expensive, SDM project failures which could now be avoided by following the methodology described in this course.

The course will provide delegates with an understanding of the technology of Simulation Data Management Solutions and of the benefits achieved through the deployment of SDM by reference to case studies taken from the experience of early adopters of this breakthrough technology. It also catalogs the potential benefits achievable from an SDM solution to help delegates identify suitable opportunities to deploy SDM in their organisation and to justify such a project.

The course identifies the key success factors and risks specific to SDM solutions, notably selecting a fit-for-purpose solution, identifying & closing gaps in capability, ensuring adoption by analysts and alignment with overall IT strategies. .

Course Program

Introduction to SDM
The NAFEMS SDM Working Group
Business & operational challenges
Why is it hard to manage simulation data?
How can SDM help?
Where does Democratisation fit?
Key Challenges & Risks of an SDM Project – before it starts
SDM Fundamentals – System Level Requirements
The 7 Core Capabilities of an SDM Solution
Early Adopter Case Studies and lessons learnt
Requirements to replace the File system, Content Management
Technologies for SDM Solutions: SDM, xDM, Standards-Based, CAE, PDM
Current COTS Solution Strategies
How does SDM fit with PLM & PDM
4 Generations of SDM solutions with case studies
Latest Technology Trends
Standards in SDM
Engineering Improvement through Managed Simulation – presentation
Business Value from SDM
Operational Business Value from SDM
Justifying an SDM deployment
Developing an SDM strategy
An SDM Proof Of Concept
The SDM Project Plan
Data lifecycle management
SPDM in an overall PLM landscape
Conclusion

Who Should Attend?

Managers, engineers, analysts, methods consultants and IT/PLM staff who wish to understand the capabilities and potential benefits of SDM and how to successfully implement SDM solutions.

Interested?

Get in touch to discuss your next steps with our experienced training team. We can work closely with you to understand your specific requirements, cater for your specific industry sector or analysis type, and produce a truly personalised training solution for your organisation.

All NAFEMS training courses are entirely code independent, meaning they are suitable for users of any software package.

Courses are available to both members and non-members of NAFEMS, although member organisations will enjoy a significant discount on all fees.

NAFEMS course tutors enjoy a world-class reputation in the engineering analysis community, and with decades of experience between them, will deliver tangible benefits to you, your analysis team, and your wider organisation.

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