SPECapc SOLIDWORKS 2024 Benchmark Available

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GAINESVILLE, VA, May 15, 2024 – The Standard Performance Evaluation Corporation (SPEC), the trusted global leader in computing benchmarks, announced the availability of the SPECapc for SOLIDWORKS 2024 benchmark, an update to SPEC’s performance evaluation software for vendors and users of computing systems running Dassault Systèmes SOLIDWORKS 2024 CAD/CAM software.

SPECapc for SOLIDWORKS Benchmark

“As Dassault Systèmes improves SOLIDWORKS every year, SPEC is committed to keeping the SPECapc for SOLIDWORKS benchmark aligned with the latest features and capabilities,” said SPECapc chair Jessica Heerboth. “With the new version of the benchmark, we have added measurement for hidden line removal (HLR), which has a dramatically improved algorithm. All users of SOLIDWORKS 2024 will benefit from this up-to-date measurement.”

The SPECapc for SOLIDWORKS 2024 benchmark consists of 48 graphics tests and 12 CPU tests, exercising a full range of graphics and CPU functionality. The graphics-oriented tests use four SOLIDWORKS view settings — RealView, Ambient Occlusion and shadows — in combination with shaded and shaded-with-edges display styles, and hidden line removal. Drawing mode is also measured. Twelve CPU tests within the benchmark perform rebuild, simulation, conversion and visualize CPU rendering. The benchmark features nine models, with the largest containing 4.75 million triangles.

The 10 models included in the SPECapc for SOLIDWORKS 2024 benchmark are:

  • Audi R8 (car) — 715 MB in memory, exercising graphics and Visualize CPU ray tracing
  • Black owl (desktop computer) — 1.15 GB in memory, exercising graphics and Visualize CPU ray tracing
  • Digger (backhoe) — 464 MB in memory, exercising graphics and Visualize CPU ray tracing
  • Ferrari (car) — 533 MB in memory, exercising graphics and Visualize CPU ray tracing
  • Jet engine — 665 MB in memory, exercising graphics and Visualize CPU ray tracing
  • Menjac (motor assembly) — 514 MB in memory, exercising graphics
  • Motor — 392 MB in memory, exercising graphics
  • SpaceShipCrawler (NASA Crawler Transporter Model) — 2.3 GB in memory, exercising graphics
  • Super car (gullwing door) — 822 MB in memory, exercising graphics
  • Tesla tower — 495 MB in memory, exercising graphics

Available for Immediate Download

The SPECapc for SOLIDWORKS 2024 benchmark is available for immediate download from SPEC under a two-tiered pricing structure: free for the user community and $2,500 for sellers of computer-related products and services. SPEC/GWPG members receive benchmark licenses as a membership benefit.

About SPEC

SPEC is a non-profit organization that establishes, maintains and endorses standardized benchmarks and tools to evaluate performance for the newest generation of computing systems. Its membership comprises more than 120 leading computer hardware and software vendors, educational institutions, research organizations, and government agencies worldwide.

For more information, visit www.spec.org.

Alquist 3D Appoints Mike Halas as Chief Strategy Officer

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GREELEY, CO, May 15, 2024 – Alquist 3D, a pioneer in 3D construction printing technology, is excited to announce the appointment of Mike Halas as its new chief strategy officer. This strategic hire marks another significant step in Alquist’s commitment to revolutionizing the building industry through innovative 3D printing solutions.

Mike brings to Alquist 3D a rich background of over 20 years in leadership roles spanning technology innovation, business development, and strategic planning in both civilian and military sectors. Prior to joining Alquist, he led Central US public sector sales at Socure, an industry leader in AI/ML technologies for identity verification and fraud prevention. Mike’s tenure at Socure was preceded by his role as a strategic advisor to executives and entrepreneurs at Goldman Sachs in Chicago, where he was instrumental in managing assets exceeding $1.5 billion.

A distinguished defense technologist, Mike has held senior positions at QinetiQ North America’s Survivability Group and currently serves as an Advisory Board Member at Leonid Capital Partners, fostering critical connections between military end-users, tech entrepreneurs, and the US Department of Defense.

“Mike’s unique blend of strategic foresight and his extensive experience at the intersection of technology and operational leadership make him the ideal choice to steer our strategic initiatives,” said Patrick Callahan, CEO of Alquist 3D. “We are thrilled to have him on board as we continue to push the boundaries of 3D construction technology.”

In addition to his professional endeavors, Mike has an ongoing US Army career, currently serving in Special Forces assignments. He holds a Bachelor of Arts from The Johns Hopkins University where he played football and basketball and has furthered his education with a Master of Arts in Intelligence Studies from American Military University and a Master in Public Administration from the John F. Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University.

“Joining Alquist 3D feels like a natural progression in my career as it combines my previous experiences in technology and strategic development with my passion for transformative innovation,” said Mike Halas. “I am excited to contribute to Alquist’s mission of advancing the construction industry into a new era of efficiency and sustainability. And many thanks to Zachary, Patrick, and the Alquist 3D team for the opportunity!”

Alquist 3D is set to benefit greatly from Mike’s strategic acumen as it continues to expand its influence in the high-tech realm of 3D home and infrastructure printing.

About Alquist 3D

Alquist 3D is at the forefront of the 3D-printing construction industry, utilizing cutting-edge technology to create homes, buildings, and other structures designed to reduce costs and address the housing crisis effectively. With ongoing research and development, Alquist is committed to advancing public and private infrastructure through innovative 3D printing solutions.

For more information, visit Alquist3D.com.

AspenTech Appoints Robert Whelan, Jr. as Board Chair

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BEDFORD, MA, May 15, 2024 – Aspen Technology, Inc., a global leader in industrial software, announced that Robert Whelan, Jr. has been appointed to chair of AspenTech’s Board of Directors. This follows the decision by Jill Smith to resign from the Board for personal reasons.

Mr. Whelan became a member of the Board in 2011 and previously served as Board Chair from 2013 to 2021. Throughout his tenure on the Board, Mr. Whelan has helped guide the company into an established industrial software leader, including the strategic transaction with Emerson Electric Co. Mr. Whelan also serves as a member of the Board’s Human Capital and M&A committees.

“It’s an honor to return to the role of Board Chair for AspenTech,” said Whelan. “On behalf of the Board, I’d like to thank Jill for her service over the years. She’s been a key advisor and trusted colleague through a pivotal time in the company’s transformation journey. We wish her the best in her future endeavors.”

“I’m delighted to welcome Bob back to the position of Board Chair,” said Antonio Pietri, president and CEO of AspenTech. “Bob’s proven leadership and extensive knowledge of AspenTech make him well-suited for this role. I look forward to continuing to partner with him closely to deliver long-term shareholder value.”

Mr. Whelan is a Non-Emerson Director under the Stockholders Agreement by and among AspenTech, Emerson Electric Co. and EMR Worldwide Inc., dated as of May 16, 2022 (the “Stockholders Agreement”), previously filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Additionally, under the Stockholders Agreement, David Henshall, who served as a Non-Emerson Director following his appointment in April 2024, was re-designated as an Emerson Director on May 11, 2024. The Board intends to conduct a search over the coming months for a Non-Emerson Designee director under the Stockholders Agreement.

About Robert Whelan, Jr.

Robert Whelan, Jr. has over 35 years of corporate finance and investment banking experience. Since 2001, he has been president of Whelan & Company, LLC, providing financial consulting, valuation and strategic services to public and private companies in the technology, healthcare and alternative energy industries. From 1999 to 2001, Mr. Whelan served as vice chairman, Prudential Volpe Technology Group, the technology investment banking and research division of Prudential Securities formed when Prudential acquired Volpe Brown Whelan & Company in 1999. Prior to that, he was a senior executive with Volpe Brown Whelan, a private investment banking, brokerage and asset management firm for technology and healthcare companies. Previously, he was managing director, New York Regional and High Technology Groups at Prudential Securities, and managing director and head of corporate finance at Hambrecht & Quist, Inc. Mr. Whelan served as a director for iAnthus Capital Holdings Inc. from 2019 to 2022, Annovis Bio, Inc. from 2016 to 2021, and ARIAD Pharmaceuticals, Inc. from 2010 to 2014, as well as other privately held companies. Mr. Whelan received a B.A. in History from Dartmouth College and an M.B.A. from the Stanford University Graduate School of Business.

About AspenTech

Aspen Technology, Inc. is a global software leader helping industries at the forefront of the world’s dual challenge meet the increasing demand for resources from a rapidly growing population in a profitable and sustainable manner. AspenTech solutions address complex environments where it is critical to optimize the asset design, operation and maintenance lifecycle. Through our unique combination of deep domain expertise and innovation, customers in capital-intensive industries can run their assets safer, greener, longer and faster to improve their operational excellence.

To learn more, visit AspenTech.com.

JLR, Dassault Extend Partnership

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VELIZY-VILLACOUBLAY, France, May 15, 2024 – Dassault Systèmes announced that it has extended its long-term strategic partnership with JLR for five years, heralding a new era of digital transformation at the automaker that will drive improved efficiency, collaborative innovation and sustainability throughout the enterprise.

Image courtesy of JLR

JLR continues to deploy Dassault Systèmes’ 3DEXPERIENCE platform globally, to support the end-to-end development of all its modern luxury vehicles. More than 18,000 users across all JLR business areas and suppliers will make use of virtual twins to increase efficiency, improve production management, save time, and reduce waste and costs.

JLR’s decision to deploy the 3DEXPERIENCE platform at this scale further confirms the role that Dassault Systèmes plays in JLR’s commitment for a good and responsible business in an industry that demands high levels of excellence and personalization.

JLR can leverage Dassault Systèmes’ entire portfolio of transportation and mobility industry solution experiences based on the 3DEXPERIENCE platform, both on premise and on the cloud. Its teams in ideation, requirements, model-based systems engineering, computer-aided design and manufacturing, as well as its value chain, will be connected in one collaborative virtual environment, leveraging knowledge and know-how. This creates value, to enable JLR’s employees to focus on high-quality tasks as well as empower them to evolve in more advanced roles.

“JLR is utilizing the 3DEXPERIENCE platform to enhance its virtual twin experience, creating software-defined vehicles that seamlessly integrate both hardware and software development. This systems engineering approach connects and integrates various disciplines, driving the development of its vehicles and ensuring excellence as demanded by luxury brands,” said Laurence Montanari, vice president, transportation & mobility industry, Dassault Systèmes. “Our software as a service solution provides JLR teams with increased agility and the ability to access the latest technology on demand. After five years of partnership, we are opening a new era of collaboration beyond engineering and manufacturing through a trusted partnership, where teams from JLR and Dassault Systèmes work closely in short iterations to address JLR and its ecosystem’s challenges.”

About Dassault Systèmes

Dassault Systèmes is a catalyst for human progress. We provide business and people with collaborative virtual environments to imagine sustainable innovations. By creating virtual twin experiences of the real world with our 3DEXPERIENCE platform and applications, our customers can redefine the creation, production and life-cycle-management processes of their offer and thus have a meaningful impact to make the world more sustainable. The beauty of the Experience Economy is that it is a human-centered economy for the benefit of all – consumers, patients and citizens. Dassault Systèmes brings value to more than 350,000 customers of all sizes, in all industries, in more than 150 countries.

For more information, visit www.3ds.com.

Siemens Announces NX X for Product Engineering

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PLANO, TX, May 15, 2024 – Siemens Digital Industries Software announced NX X software, a new cloud-based solution for product engineering that brings this industry-leading technology to companies of all sizes. A cornerstone of the Siemens Xcelerator as a Service cloud-based portfolio of industry software, NX X delivers industry leading product engineering capabilities as-a-service, enabling customers to free up resources, so they can scale and focus on innovation.

Helixx, a UK-based e-mobility technology startup, has adopted NX X to help deliver its vision of delivering safe, affordable, zero-emission final mile electric vehicles built virtually anywhere in the world via its licensed Helixx Mobility Hubs. (Image credit: Helixx)

“NX X enables our customers to move to a cloud-based, collaborative engineering environment. Our solution allows them to retain their intellectual property and continue their innovative work, without disruption; no need to reinvent their working practices,” said Bob Haubrock, senior vice president, product engineering software, Siemens Digital Industries Software. “Transitioning to the cloud should be a painless process and we’re determined to help our customers to make that shift easily. NX X empowers them to remain focused on exploring the opportunities for collaborative innovation that drive their businesses forward.”

Through centralized cloud license management, configuration, and provision of capability, NX X can simplify IT requirements. Organizations can install NX X on the desktop or stream via AWS cloud services where needed, which provides the greatest flexibility for distributed teams.

Additionally, NX X also provides fully integrated and secure data management capabilities with every license, enabling users to manage product data, change management and release workflows and conduct collaborative reviews (with commenting, view/mark-up) in real-time – all directly from the NX X interface. Built using data and lifecycle management capabilities from Siemens’ Teamcenter X software, NX X provides a clear route and seamless for organizations to adopt more powerful product lifecycle management (PLM) capabilities. NX X, as part of Siemens Xcelerator as a Service, also delivers cloud-based ad hoc data sharing and collaboration with external collaborators through the Teamcenter Share app.

Helixx, a UK-based e-mobility technology startup, has adopted NX X to help deliver its vision of delivering safe, affordable, zero-emission final mile electric vehicles built virtually anywhere in the world via its licensed Helixx Mobility Hubs.

“Helixx was founded to transform the quality and standard of mobility for citizens in heavily congested cities with globally designed, but locally manufactured mini commercial electric vehicles. Having access to cutting edge product engineering software and the associated digital twins, wherever and whenever we need it, is fundamental to achieving our vision,” said Steve Pegg, CEO and co-founder, Helixx. “Siemens’ NX X provides the full capability of NX via the cloud, enabling us and our partners to access live design and manufacturing data instantly. Building the future of sustainable mobility and transportation is challenging, but with Siemens’ NX X available as a core part of our toolkit, we’re able to meet those challenges head on and build a cleaner future.”

Siemens’ NX X is available now. To learn more about Siemens’ NX X and how it brings the power of the cloud-based product engineering and collaboration, visit http://www.siemens.com/nxx.

About Siemens Digital Industries Software

Siemens Digital Industries Software helps organizations of all sizes digitally transform using software, hardware and services from the Siemens Xcelerator business platform. Siemens’ software and the comprehensive digital twin enable companies to optimize their design, engineering and manufacturing processes to turn today’s ideas into the sustainable products of the future. From chips to entire systems, from product to process, across all industries. Siemens Digital Industries Software – Accelerating transformation.

Siemens Announces Opcenter X

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PLANO, TX, May 15, 2024 – Siemens Digital Industries Software announced Opcenter X software, a new more accessible solution for digital manufacturing that is part of Siemens Xcelerator portfolio. It delivers Siemens’ leading manufacturing execution system (MES), scheduling, quality, and analytics capabilities in a modular, easy to implement and inherently collaborative cloud environment.

Built natively for the cloud, Opcenter X lowers the time and cost barrier for small to medium-sized manufacturers in part manufacturing and additive manufacturing industries to accelerate their digital transformation journey. It enables them to rapidly realize return-on-investment with modular capabilities that adapt as the enterprise matures and requirements grow.

“Cloud-based digital transformation is a fundamental focus for many manufacturers seeking to manage today’s product and process complexity, disruptive technologies, supply chain volatility and tightening margins,” said Zvi Feuer, senior vice president, digital manufacturing software, Siemens Digital Industries Software. “Using disconnected point solutions to solve the rapidly changing challenges facing manufacturing will soon be not only impractical, but detrimental to many. Opcenter X provides a fully integrated solution that grows with a manufacturers’ needs, enabling them to target critical areas of their business, then expand the digitalization footprint as needed, without the time, cost and resources associated with integrating disparate, on-premises, legacy systems.”

Siemens has developed Opcenter X to help revolutionize the manufacturing operations management (MOM) process. Opcenter X delivers a SaaS-based approach to MOM that can help small and medium businesses become more agile and provide competitive advantages over larger manufacturers. With highly-flexible and adaptive solution that is easy to implement, small and medium size enterprises will now be able to reconfigure manufacturing lines with relative ease and speed – without the need for costly IT and implementation overheads required by inflexible legacy systems.

WKS Door Systems, a specialist design and manufacturer of architectural door products based in Escobedo, Mexico, implemented Opcenter X to assist with monitoring real-time progress of a complex production orders process. They used Opcenter X to create a new production schedule in 30 minutes (compared to 8 hours) – a reduction of 93 percent – as part of streamlining its production processes and improving efficiency.

“Our collaboration with Siemens to pilot the use of Opcenter X has yielded remarkable results. In addition to providing tools, they’ve offered valuable insights, helping us shape a promising future. As part of Siemens Xcelerator portfolio, Opcenter X has driven our digital transformation, giving greater agility and productivity to our production processes,” said Eduardo Zacarias, chief operating officer, WKS Door Systems.

“Manufacturing operations management (MOM) software is evolving to a modular, native cloud-based architecture,” said James Prestwood, industry analyst at ABI Research. “This makes it accessible to a broader spectrum of companies. As a result, manufacturers, particularly the small and medium businesses, can start small, and scale up quickly to become an agile and innovative market leader in their segment of the manufacturing world”.

To learn more about how Siemens Digital Industries Software is revolutionizing Manufacturing Operations Management with Opcenter X, visit https://www.siemens.com/opcenterx.

About Siemens Digital Industries Software

Siemens Digital Industries Software helps organizations of all sizes digitally transform using software, hardware and services from the Siemens Xcelerator business platform. Siemens’ software and the comprehensive digital twin enable companies to optimize their design, engineering and manufacturing processes to turn today’s ideas into the sustainable products of the future. From chips to entire systems, from product to process, across all industries. Siemens Digital Industries Software – Accelerating transformation.

Siemens Introduces Simcenter X

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PLANO, TX, May 15, 2024 – Siemens Digital Industries Software announced Simcenter X software, a new software-as-a-service (SaaS) solution that delivers capabilities of Simcenter, Siemens’ industry-leading portfolio of simulation and test solutions, on the cloud. With an initial release focused on Simcenter STAR-CCM+ software and delivered as part of the Siemens Xcelerator as a Service portfolio of industry software, Simcenter X enables engineers to access a cloud-based virtual engineering desktop environment for modeling and post-processing combined with a highly scalable high-performance computing (HPC) environment, and connectivity to Teamcenter Share for ad-hoc storage and collaboration.

Available through pay-as-you-go pricing, Simcenter X enables companies of all sizes to immediately access industry-leading simulation technology without the traditional upfront investment in hardware or licensing. For companies with existing simulation software and hardware, the flexibility and scalability of Simcenter X means that additional capacity can be added as needed, significantly improving capital allocation.

“Simcenter X enables companies to start simulating faster – when compared with traditional simulation environments and at lower cost. Now, using just a browser, they can have access to world-class simulation capabilities, that are trusted by the world’s leading innovators,” said Jean-Claude Ercolanelli, senior vice president, simulation and test solutions, Siemens Digital Industries Software. “We plan to expand Simcenter X beyond Simcenter STAR-CCM+ as part of our ongoing transition to SaaS.”

Simcenter X requires no additional IT expertise for set-up and implementation, allowing teams to focus on gaining insights with the automatically delivered up-to-date version of the simulation tools. Simcenter X bundles access to both hardware and software, making it easier to allocate and measure costs per project across an unlimited number of users and simulation runs. Simcenter X also includes additional benefits from the Siemens Xcelerator as a Service offering, including access to the Teamcenter Share app, for secure and controlled file sharing and collaboration.

“After we began adoption of cloud-based HPC for CFD simulations, we experienced tangible benefits. For a typical simulation model, we observed a solve time reduction by more than half compared to traditional on-premise methods. As a result, pre- and post-processing tasks have emerged as the primary contributors to overall turnaround time,” said Melaku Habte, Ph.D Sr. Fellow and global CAE/CFD lead, JoysonQuin Automotive Systems, North America. “The scalability afforded by cloud HPC in Simcenter X allows us to dynamically adjust resources to match project demands, enhancing flexibility and efficiency. Additionally, the integration of remote desktop capabilities has the potential to overcome geographical constraints, empowering engineers to access hardware and software resources from anywhere with internet connectivity, increasing collaboration and productivity.”

“We have already seen how running Simcenter STAR-CCM+ simulations in the cloud lets us accelerate design iterations and get more value from our simulation activities, and I believe the new capabilities of Simcenter X will enable us to go even faster,” said Nobert Bulten, product performance manager, Wärtsilä. “Having access to a virtual workstation in the cloud means we will be able to review simulation results, make changes and submit more jobs faster and without needing to transfer large data files. We will also be able to work on any step of the simulation workflow using powerful on-demand cloud resources, giving us more flexibility and allowing us to manage peak workloads more effectively.”

Simcenter X is planned to be generally available later in calendar year 2024. To learn more about how Siemens is using the cloud to deliver simulation capabilities to companies of all sizes, visit https://plm.sw.siemens.com/en-US/simcenter/fluids-thermal-simulation/cloud-hpc/.

About Siemens Digital Industries Software

Siemens Digital Industries Software helps organizations of all sizes digitally transform using software, hardware and services from the Siemens Xcelerator business platform. Siemens’ software and the comprehensive digital twin enable companies to optimize their design, engineering and manufacturing processes to turn today’s ideas into the sustainable products of the future. From chips to entire systems, from product to process, across all industries. Siemens Digital Industries Software – Accelerating transformation.

Siemens Announces Teamcenter X Essentials

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PLANO, TX, May 15, 2024 – Siemens Digital Industries Software announced a new offering of its Teamcenter X software for smaller businesses. Teamcenter X Essentials is the most affordable way to access Teamcenter X, the Software as a Service (SaaS) solution for Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) that is part of the Siemens Xcelerator as a Service portfolio. Teamcenter X Essentials enables businesses, from startups to global enterprises, to rapidly begin digital transformation and adopt PLM and, when ready, rapidly grow innovation capability.

The Teamcenter X Essentials package helps businesses manage their mechanical CAD product data and processes. Built on the same trusted, robust and secure SaaS architecture used by some of the world’s leading manufacturers and innovators, Teamcenter X Essentials enables teams to start fast and get their product data under control with minimal IT administration, implementation and at dramatically lower cost. As requirements and business needs grow and evolve, businesses can then take advantage of the full breadth of the capabilities of Teamcenter X. Any Teamcenter solution can be delivered as-a-service, enabling businesses to easily scale their PLM capability, integrate systems, or expand globally. Teamcenter X provides businesses the flexibility to configure and customize their PLM environment to support their business growth – all while realizing the advantages of SaaS.

Teamcenter X Essentials for design collaboration: Teamcenter X Essentials helps companies of all sizes start fast with PLM, enabling them to get mechanical CAD product data, documents, and processes under control with a preconfigured, cloud offering that is ready to go from day one. Purpose-built for mechanical CAD users, Teamcenter X Essentials allows users to work within their familiar CAD interface, to create and manage design revisions all while having the assurance that their data is securely controlled, shared, and backed up in the cloud. Team members without direct CAD access can use Teamcenter X Essentials to participate in the development process. They can use 3D visualization and markup tools, benefit from intelligent search capabilities, engage in discussions, and manage product and service documentation.

Grow with the Teamcenter X portfolio: Teamcenter X delivers the entire Teamcenter portfolio with the business agility and resiliency expected from a SaaS deployment. Customers can flexibly configure their Teamcenter X environment to drive innovation and enable a competitive advantage. Teamcenter X leverages the latest technologies, like artificial intelligence and machine learning, to deliver modern PLM solutions for product development, manufacturing, and service.

Teamcenter X Essentials will be available later in calendar year 2024. To learn more about Teamcenter X and how it is bringing the power of industry-proven, trusted, and secure cloud-based lifecycle and process management to companies of all sizes, visit https://plm.sw.siemens.com/en-US/teamcenter/teamcenter-x-cloud-plm/.

About Siemens Digital Industries Software

Siemens Digital Industries Software helps organizations of all sizes digitally transform using software, hardware and services from the Siemens Xcelerator business platform. Siemens’ software and the comprehensive digital twin enable companies to optimize their design, engineering and manufacturing processes to turn today’s ideas into the sustainable products of the future. From chips to entire systems, from product to process, across all industries. Siemens Digital Industries Software – Accelerating transformation.

Kingston Launches New Workflow Bundles

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FOUNTAIN VALLEY, CA, May 14, 2024 – Kingston Digital, Inc., the flash memory affiliate of Kingston Technology Company, Inc., a world leader in memory products and technology solutions, announced the reintroduction of the Workflow Dock and its accompanying Readers. The Workflow series now features more hub options separate from the dock, offering even more flexibility. This update caters to the diverse needs of content creators by supporting a broader range of content transfers.

The Workflow series is designed to streamline transferring video, photo, and audio from multiple sources simultaneously. This enables creators to streamline their postproduction process and establish a file offload system tailored to their requirements with ease. These hubs and card readers facilitate simultaneous file transfers to a Mac or PC at USB 3.2 speeds and can function independently as standalone devices when needed.

At the core of the Kingston Workflow system is the Workflow Station Dock, a central hub for the connected Workflow modules. This innovative dock allows users to simultaneously connect up to four Workflow modules, enabling the transfer of multimedia content from various sources. With this flexible and expandable system, creators can efficiently manage their file transfers and consolidate their workflow into one centralized station now with even more customizability:

  • Workflow Station Dock with USB miniHub

    • Includes Workflow Station Dock and USB miniHub
    • Dock requires USB-C1 host and supports up to four Workflow Readers simultaneously2
    • USB miniHub supports USB-A and USB-C connected devices
    • Includes USB-C to USB-C cable
  • Workflow Station Dock with SD Reader
    • Includes Workflow Station Dock and SD Reader
    • Dock requires USB-C1 host and supports up to four Workflow Readers simultaneously2
    • SD Reader supports 2 UHS-II SD cards
    • Includes (2) USB-C to USB-C cables
  • Workflow SD Reader
    • Includes Workflow SD Reader and USB-C to USB-C Cable
    • Supports (2) UHS-II SD cards
  • Workflow microSD Reader
    • Includes Workflow microSD Reader and USB-C to USB-C Cable
    • Supports (2) UHS-II microSD cards
  • Workflow USB miniHub
    • Includes Workflow USB miniHub and USB-C to USB-A Cable
    • Supports USB-C and USB-A inputs

“We take pride in the reintroduction of the Workflow series,” said Carissa Blegen, product manager, Kingston. “Recognizing the expanding content landscape, we’re committed to meeting the diverse needs of content creators by enabling a wider range of content transfers.”

1 USB Type-C and USB-C are registered trademarks of USB Implementers Forum.

2 Compatible with Kingston Workflow Products only. 

About Kingston Digital, Inc.

From big data, to laptops and PCs, to IoT-based devices like smart and wearable technology, to design-in and contract manufacturing, Kingston helps deliver the solutions used to live, work and play. The world’s largest PC makers and cloud-hosting companies depend on Kingston for their manufacturing needs, and our passion fuels the technology the world uses every day.

For more information, visit kingston.com.

Diakonie Nord Selects Planon Real Estate Management

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for SAP S/4HANA

BOSTON, MA, May 14, 2024 – Planon, the global leader in smart sustainable building management software, has announced that Diakonie Nord Nord Ost, a leading provider of social care services in Germany, has decided to implement Planon Real Estate Management for SAP S/4HANA, an SAP Endorsed App, into its existing SAP Public Cloud Landscape. This innovative solution will enable Diakonie to streamline and optimize its real estate and facility management processes, while leveraging the power and security of the SAP cloud ERP solution.

Diakonie Nord Nord Ost offers various forms of social care for families and individuals, such as youth welfare, elderly care, addiction counseling, migration and integration, and disability assistance. With more than 280 locations and 4,500 employees, Diakonie faces complex challenges in managing and maintaining its properties and assets. By integrating Planon Real Estate Management for SAP S/4HANA with its SAP cloud solutions, Diakonie is rationalizing its operations by integrating real estate processes with its corporate finance processes. Diakonie will benefit from a seamless and comprehensive approach to lease management, building inspections and maintenance, energy and sustainability management, and more. Moreover, Diakonie will be able to explore new opportunities for digital innovation, such as IoT, ESG accounting, and AI use cases, that can enhance its performance and social impact.

“We are delighted that Diakonie Nord Nord Ost has chosen Planon Real Estate Management for SAP S/4HANA to advance its real estate and facility management operations,” said Pierre Guelen, CEO and founder of Planon. “This is a great example of how Planon can offer a unique value proposition to customers who want to leverage the best of both worlds: the robustness and scalability of the SAP cloud ERP solution and the domain expertise and functionality of Planon’s software. We look forward to working with Diakonie to help it achieve its digital transformation goals and increase its social impact.”

“By choosing Planon Real Estate Management for SAP S/4HANA, we are confident that we will be able to manage our properties and assets more efficiently and effectively, while complying with the legal and social requirements of our sector. This solution will also enable us to explore new possibilities for innovation and sustainability that can improve our services and outcomes for the people we care for,” said Dirk Wilkesmann, CTO of Diakonie Nord Nord Ost.

Planon Real Estate Management for SAP S/4HANA is an SAP Endorsed App in the real estate and facility management domain. SAP Endorsed Apps are premium certified by SAP with added security, in-depth testing, and measurements against benchmark results. Endorsed apps are meant to deliver value with desired outcomes.

About Planon

Planon is the leading global provider of smart sustainable building management software that connects buildings, people and processes. By eliminating data silos and aligning solutions into one shared information platform, Planon provides all building stakeholders with actionable and meaningful insights. Independent market research and consulting firms have consistently rated Planon as a global leader in the market. Planon has implemented its comprehensive solutions for more than 3,250 clients, supported by offices and partners around the world.

About Diakonie

Diakonie Nord Nord Ost offers various forms of social care for families and individuals, such as youth welfare, elderly care, addiction counseling, migration and integration, and disability assistance.

For more information visit www.diakonie-nordnordost.de.