OPmobility partners with Siemens for digital production backbone

OPmobility in France has made a significant move by adopting Teamcenter X, the cloud-enabled Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) software from Siemens, for its automotive systems. Formerly known as Plastic Omnium, OPmobility aims to leverage Teamcenter as its central platform to streamline workflows, enhance project lead-times, and optimize product design processes in the ever-evolving automotive industry.

With the evolution of its product portfolio to include electronics and software components, OPmobility now specializes in developing intelligent exterior and complex lighting systems for esteemed customers like Hella. Additionally, the company is venturing into energy storage systems, encompassing sodium battery and hydrogen technologies, to cater to the growing demand for sustainable solutions.

Operating through 40 research and development centers globally, OPmobility is set to integrate Teamcenter as its core product lifecycle management infrastructure, incorporating advanced AI tools. The collaboration with Siemens Digital Industries Software extends to utilizing the HEEDS AI-based simulation tool, aimed at advancing digital twin technology and enhancing product development processes.

“In a landscape where enhancing mobility safety and sustainability is paramount, we are committed to merging technology and industry expertise to deliver cutting-edge solutions. Our partnership with Siemens Digital Industries Software to implement a standardized PLM solution across our worldwide R&D network will significantly enhance our operational efficiency, performance, and accelerate time-to-market, benefiting both our products and customers. This collaboration underscores our dedication to embracing innovative solutions to stay at the forefront of progress in the sector,” stated Félicie Burelle, Managing Director of OPmobility.

“The automotive industry is currently grappling with unprecedented challenges related to product complexity, lead-time constraints, and the integration of new technologies. We are delighted that OPmobility has chosen Siemens Xcelerator to drive its ambitious digital transformation objectives through comprehensive lifecycle management in this dynamic environment,” remarked Cedrik Neike, CEO of Digital Industries and Member of the Managing Board of Siemens.

“By deploying our scalable Teamcenter X solution across their global R&D facilities, OPmobility is poised to enhance efficiency and foster innovation. This collaboration epitomizes a pioneering spirit within the automotive sector, transitioning from traditional systems to PLM solutions centered around Software as a Service (SaaS),” Neike added.