EDM
An engineering data management system is used to archive all product data generated during the product engineering process in a systematic way. In automotive industry, this information includes 3D and 2D CAD models as well as functional and requirement specifications. This will ensure a fast retrieval of any product data.
Another key component of an EDM system is the mapping of workflows. A designer, for example, saves a newly developed part in the system, while the colleague who is responsible for the design release reviews this same part. Using an EDM system ensures that all persons involved in the product engineering process will directly access the correct parts data to carry out the required step in the engineering workflow.