Tesla Motors PLM Implementation with ENOVIA V6 for Model S Development
Case study showing how Tesla standardized on Dassault Systemes V6 PLM to unify design data, enable early cross-functional input, and scale electric vehicle production.
Tesla adopted ENOVIA V6 as its single PLM platform to replace fragmented CAD tools and data translation steps during Roadster and Model S development. The integrated environment with CATIA and DELMIA allowed manufacturing, purchasing, and suppliers to review designs earlier, reducing late changes and supporting higher-volume production. Key capabilities include a common 3D data model, supplier access, and low-customization deployment that kept total cost of ownership low.
Single V6 platform eliminated CAD file translation and associated data loss risks across design and manufacturing teams.
Early manufacturing and supplier feedback shortened change cycles and improved part manufacturability for Model S.
Out-of-the-box ENOVIA V6 configuration reduced implementation effort and future upgrade costs.
3DLIVE and 3DVIA extended collaboration to non-CAD users and external partners without compromising data security.
Reuse of Roadster engineering data within V6 accelerated Model S development while maintaining program discipline.
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