Drawing management

What is meant by Drawing management?

Drawing Management refers to the management and control of technical drawings and design documents within a company or organization. These software solutions assist in organizing, versioning, releasing, and managing technical drawings throughout the entire lifecycle of a product.

Typical features of software in the "Zeichnungsverwaltung" area include:

1. Document Management:

   • Capture, storage, and organization of technical drawings in a central database or repository.

2. Versioning and Revision Control:

   • Management of version histories and revisions of drawings to document and manage changes in a traceable manner.

3. Release Processes:

   • Definition and execution of release processes for new or modified drawings, considering approval workflows and access permissions.

4. Access Control:

   • Management of access rights to technical drawings based on user roles and permissions within the organization.

5. Search and Retrieval Functions:

   • Quick search and retrieval of drawings based on attributes such as project, date, type, or author.

6. Integration with CAD Systems:

   • Seamless integration with Computer-Aided Design (CAD) systems for direct editing and updating of drawings from within the drawing management software.

7. Change Management:

   • Tracking and managing change requests and processes for technical drawings to ensure that only approved changes are implemented.

8. Audit Trail and Compliance:

   • Providing an audit trail for all activities related to technical drawings and compliance with regulatory requirements and standards.