Before you can scale to a full Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) strategy, you need a solid foundation. For Autodesk Vault Professional users, that foundation starts with Items and the Item Master.
This eBook walks you through how Vault Professional Item Master organizes your product data into a part‑number‑centric workflow that connects engineering with the rest of your business.
Why Start with Items?
If you’re only managing CAD files in Vault, you’re missing the bigger picture.
By adopting Items:
- You bridge the gap between CAD data and the way the rest of your organization communicates about parts
- You create accurate, structured Bills of Materials (BOMs)
- You enable better integration with ERP and other business systems
A Smarter Path to PLM
You don’t have to jump straight into an enterprise‑wide PLM system. Using Vault Professional Item Master first allows you to standardize your product data while laying the groundwork for seamless PLM adoption when you’re ready.
Who Should Read This eBook
- Current Vault Professional users not yet leveraging Items
- Engineering teams preparing for ERP integration
- Organizations exploring scalable PLM strategies
