Design for Serviceability: Extending PLM at Volvo CE Improves Aftermarket (AM) Business Agility and Efficiency

Volvo CE’s commitment to product centric service and parts information improves overall efficiency while reducing operational costs

Headquartered in Gothenburg, Sweden, Volvo Construction Equipment (CE) is a leading international manufacturer of premium construction equipment. Leveraging more than 180 years of construction expertise and the knowledge of 14,000 employees, they supply products and services to more than 140 countries around the world. With innovation at the heart of their strategy and culture, Volvo CE provides the right machines and solutions for any construction job to ensure their customers succeed.

Volvo CE partnered with PTC to drive efficiency throughout their processes by establishing a digital thread of product data using out of-the-box PLM software. Furthermore, their global distribution and inventory management challenges prompted Volvo CE to extend their digital transformation to the aftermarket side of their business as well.