Aerosud Aviation PLM Implementation Case Study

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Aerosud Aviation PLM Implementation Case Study

Case study of South African aerospace firm Aerosud's adoption of Dassault Systemes PLM for design-to-manufacture integration with Airbus A400 program.

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June 4, 2026

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3 min read

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Aerosud Aviation implemented Dassault Systemes PLM technology including ENOVIA SmarTeam in 2001 to support its role as a design and manufacturing supplier. The system enabled configuration management, digital mock-up collaboration, BOM integration with ERP, and parts library standardization. Benefits included reduced stock holding, faster design reuse, improved quality through BOM rationalization, and fivefold company growth while participating in the Airbus supply chain.

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PLM enabled direct integration with Airbus design and manufacturing programs via secure collaborative DMU environment

ENOVIA SmarTeam delivered configuration management, version control, and standardized parts library reducing stock levels

BOM generated by PLM integrated with ERP for shop floor control and design-to-build process visibility

Design reuse and variant management shortened lead times and improved productivity across 18 PLM seats

Knowledge captured in PLM system accelerated supplier selection and onboarding for new staff

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