Why Volkswagen Group Picked the 3DEXPERIENCE Platform

Dassault Systèmes and Volkswagen Group have announced a long-term partnership to advance premium vehicle development through digital technologies.

Central to this partnership is Dassault Systèmes’ 3DEXPERIENCE platform which is hosted in the cloud and boasts AI-driven digital twins. 

Volkswagen Group will utilise this platform as its primary engineering and manufacturing platform, meaning engineers, designers and other professionals across the Porsche, Audi and Volkswagen brands will use virtual twins to streamline vehicle development.

Teams will be able to simulate, test and refine vehicle development in a safe, collaborative virtual environment prior to the start of production.

This process will help ensure compliance with global sustainability standards and regulations, enabling superior innovation.

“Industry evolutions in the context of the Generative Economy are compelling automotive companies to make transformative decisions that will propel the vehicle experience to new heights,” says Pascal Daloz, CEO, Dassault Systèmes.

“After four decades of partnership rooted in innovation and trust, we’re now embarking on the next chapter with Volkswagen Group with the 3DEXPERIENCE platform at its core.

"Our AI-powered virtual twins and the strength and resilience of the cloud will unify Volkswagen Group’s hardware and software innovation and unleash the knowledge and know-how to accelerate its software-driven transformation.”

Virtual twins remain an emerging field in Industry 4.0 and Dassault Systèmes is their biggest pioneer. 

The 3DEXPERIENCE reflects this, picked by The Volkswagen Group due to its comprehensive, holistic and advanced capabilities.

These capabilities are prominent in the four industry solution experiences the group is set to rely on when using the platform.

Evaluating them gives us superior insight into the manufacturer's decision making. 

1. Global Modular Architecture

The Global Modular Architecture solution is all about design freedom and adaptability. 

It enables manufacturers, especially those in the automotive sector to use modular components whilst designing products.

With modular components, manufacturers can create flexible, scalable product architectures that can be adapted to a diversity of market and customer needs.

This is vital for automotive manufacturers, giving them the flexibility to leverage a single platform to produce multiple vehicle models with different configurations. 

With growing production of EV and hybrid vehicles, this platform is a real gamechanger, helping to ease the electric transition and reduce operational strain.

On a broader level the 3DEXPERIENCE platform helps manufacturers embrace an era where customisability and tailored buying experiences are becoming bigger priorities for consumers.

A modular design approach reduces development time and costs whilst increasing flexibility and innovation. 

“We are advancing the development of our next-generation IT system landscape, and the decision to partner with Dassault Systèmes marks an important milestone,” says Hauke Stars, Board Member at Volkswagen Group for IT.

“With consistent data streams and AI solutions built on them, we are creating a true technological leap for our teams in development and factory planning.

"At the same time, we are sustainably reducing IT costs and accelerating processes by streamlining our system complexity and utilising virtual twins.”

2. Smart, Safe and Connected

The Smart, Safe and Connected solution covers the development of smart connected products. 

These products, integrated with IoT technologies and advanced sensor networks, enhance efficiency and safety. 

With this solution manufacturers can more easily develop connected systems for data exchange and enhance their real-time monitoring and predictive maintenance capabilities.

They can also ensure smart products boast superior sustainability and adhere to critical regulatory and safety standards. 

For automotive manufacturers like the Volkswagen Group, connectivity and safety are of paramount importance. 

The Smart, Safe and Connected solution enables the digital continuity needed to ensure both.

To discover more about the value of digital continuity, sign up to our exclusive webinar with DELMIA, a Dassault Systèmes company. 

3. Efficient Multi-Energy Platform

Returning again to the rise of electric, hybrid and hydrogen powertrains, we see how another solution boasts extraordinary value for automotive manufacturers.

The Efficient Multi-Energy Platform provides an integrated solution for the development of products and systems reliant on multiple energy sources.

It will enable the Volkswagen Group to optimise its energy use and efficiency, addressing the pertinent challenges involved in the energy transition and wider sustainability. 

With advanced simulation capabilities, the solution provides sophisticated tools for energy consumption analysis and management in addition to supporting the integration of new technologies to address emerging regulations. 

4. On-Target Vehicle Launch

Last but not least, the 3DEXPERIENCE platform has the On-Target Vehicle Launch solution which provides a foundation for successful vehicle launch. 

Facilitating streamlined collaboration across design, engineering and production teams, this solution will help the Volkswagen Group meet deadlines, reduce costs and launch vehicles effectively. 

Boasting real-time tracking and project lifecycle management tools, this solution enhances vital oversight and strategy, ensuring effective time management without sacrificing on quality or regulatory adherence. 
In the automotive sector achieving product delivery on time and within budget is paramount, making the solutions risk management features incredibly valuable. 

The On-Target Vehicle Launch solution is designed to help manufacturers meet deadlines, reduce costs and ensure the successful launch of vehicles by improving collaboration, planning and tracking throughout the vehicle development cycle.

This solution focuses on achieving product delivery on time and within budget, which is critical in highly competitive industries like automotive.

By highlighting the function of these four solutions, its evident why automotive manufacturers like the Volkswagen Group choose the 3DEXPERIENCE platform to streamline product development and accelerate innovation. 

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