You have realized that a PLM system can help you streamline your product lifecycle management and identified Sovelia Core as a potential system. But what happens next? How do you actually implement this and ensure your team successfully adopts it? In this article, we will discuss what happens next and how is the process of piloting and taking Sovelia Core into use in your company.
Getting started isn't just about installing software. It's about understanding your unique engineering challenges and designing a strategic approach that delivers real operational improvements. Over the years, we have learned that successful implementation goes far beyond technical configuration; it's about partnering with your team to rethink how you manage product information.
Sovelia Core PLM system is fundamentally an out-of-the-box solution but it is also highly configurable. This means it’s possible to get started easily and quickly but you can also configure the system to adapt to your unique needs. Initial requirements are gathered during the sales process but if your business has unique needs and the system should be adapted to them, we recommend to run a Proof of Concept (POC) first, in order to validate the proposed solution.
The Proof of Concept (POC) represents a critical phase in implementing Sovelia Core that goes beyond a simple technical assessment - it goes deeper into the operations of your organization.
The primary purpose of the POC is to validate the proposed solution with minimal investment while also maintaining flexibility. The POC serves as a mini-implementation that allows both Symetri and your organization to investigate specific system requirements in a practical environment. During this phase, you’ll get a clearer understanding of how Sovelia Core can be configured to meet your unique operational needs. This work might uncover potential opportunities or other issues or aspects that might not have been apparent in initial discussions.
The duration of the POC can vary significantly – it can be a compact two-day assessment or a comprehensive 20-day project. The average duration is around 5 days. During these days you will be working closely with Sovelia experts, involving workshops and detailed discussions.
In the implementation phase, Sovelia Core moves from conceptual planning and validation to detailed execution, both technically and within your company’s processes. If a proof-of-concept was conducted, that validation and configuration work continues in the implementation phase. This preliminary work enhances the understanding of your needs and refines the original implementation plan.
Whether or not a POC is part of the process, the implementation is always carried out in close collaboration with your team from start to finish. With decades of expertise in product lifecycle management and industry best practices, Sovelia experts provide tailored advice to help adjust your processes and ensure the best possible outcomes.
Implementation is an iterative process where your Sovelia Core prototype is continuously developed and tested. This work is done jointly by Symetri and your team, ensuring that the system will match your company's requirements and ways of working.
It’s important to note that technical execution is only one aspect of implementation. Equally critical is managing organizational change. This often involves adjusting internal processes and supporting employees in adapting to new workflows.
The implementation timeline can vary from a focused 1-2 months to a more extensive 6-month project, depending again on your organization’s unique requirements and complexity.
We will provide you with a comprehensive Sovelia Help platform with high-level guidance and process descriptions. However, all customer-specific configurations mean that you will also receive documentation specific to your configuration and processes.
Your key users are tightly involved in the POC and implementation process and they will learn the system during the project. Usually, there are people included from different departments, for example, design and production. These people can then transfer knowledge inside their teams, training their colleagues. If you like, our Sovelia experts can also train your users.
Successful implementation is not just technical configuration – it’s about strategic collaboration. Symetri is not just a software vendor but a strategic, long-term partner. The implementation process is characterized by continuous dialogue, iteration and commitment to understand your specific operational landscape. This doesn’t stop once the implementation is done – our collaborative approach ensures that the system not only meets your current needs but also provides a good basis for future innovation.
Whether you’re just learning about PLM or ready to start planning the implementation, our team is here to help. Contact us today to discuss your needs.
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