PLM Manufacturing Solutions That Transform Product Development

TriStar Solutions empowers manufacturing teams to streamline product development, optimize supply chain management, and accelerate time-to-market through comprehensive PLM solutions and Product Data Management systems. Our PLM manufacturing software integrates seamlessly with enterprise systems and manufacturing execution systems, delivering real-time visibility from initial concept through the entire product lifecycle—enabling your organization to reduce development costs, improve product quality, and maintain a competitive edge in today’s increasingly complex market.

Eliminate Data Silos & Unify Product Information

Modern manufacturing operations demand more than basic software applications—they require a unified PLM system that connects every aspect of product development and manufacturing processes. TriStar’s integrated Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) solutions eliminate data fragmentation by creating a single source of truth for product design, product data management, and manufacturing operations. Our PLM software enables manufacturing teams to manage product data from initial design through production, maintenance, and end-of-life. With real-time data flowing through your organization, faster decision-making becomes possible and your manufacturing operations gain the operational efficiency needed to deliver innovative products while maintaining the highest quality standards.

  • Consolidate product design, engineering, and manufacturing data into one unified PLM system
  • Replace manual processes with automated workflows that reduce development costs and errors
  • Enable faster decision-making with real-time visibility across the entire product lifecycle
  • Improve collaboration between engineering, production, quality, and supply chain teams
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Optimize Supply Chain Management with Intelligent PLM Solutions

Supply chain disruptions can derail product development timelines, but with TriStar’s advanced PLM manufacturing software, you gain unprecedented visibility and control. Our PLM solution combines sophisticated data management with digital twin technology to forecast demand, optimize material flows, and ensure seamless supply chain operations. Manufacturing companies using our software solutions experience improved coordination across the global supply chain, reduced production costs, and enhanced supplier collaboration. With product design and manufacturing execution systems, our PLM software delivers real-time insights into every aspect of your supply chain, enabling operational efficiency and strategic responsiveness throughout the development cycles.

  • Leverage artificial intelligence and digital twin capabilities to anticipate material needs
  • Gain end-to-end visibility across your global supply chain ecosystem with digital thread connectivity
  • Implement optimized inventory strategies using real-time product data
  • Integrate supplier collaboration tools for seamless communication across enterprise systems

Cut Time-to-Market & Accelerate Product Development

In competitive manufacturing environments, development cycles and product quality determine market leadership. TriStar’s PLM solutions accelerate new product introductions by connecting engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams through intelligent workflows and digital thread technology. Our platform enables product designers and engineers to reuse proven designs, eliminate manual processes, and collaborate effectively across departments, resulting in reduced time-to-market. By integrating our PLM system with manufacturing execution systems, design updates move smoothly from concept to production—reducing delays, eliminating miscommunication, and cutting development costs. 

  • Reduce development cycles through workflow automation and PLM software capabilities
  • Enable component reuse with geometry-based search to eliminate redundant design work
  • Maintain regulatory requirements and compliance requirements with complete traceability
  • Connect product data across CAD, PLM, and enterprise resource planning systems for digital transformation

Gain Real-Time Visibility Across All Departments

Manufacturing excellence extends beyond the assembly line. TriStar’s comprehensive PLM manufacturing solution transforms how your entire organization operates. Our software solutions deliver business intelligence that turns product data into actionable insights, enabling organizations of all sizes to optimize resource allocation, meet compliance requirements, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. With real-time visibility into manufacturing operations, your leadership team can make informed decisions that enhance product quality, control production costs, and position your organization for sustainable growth. 

  • Unify business processes across departments with integrated PLM software
  • Maintain audit readiness with automated compliance tracking
  • Navigate increasing complexity of modern product development with model-based systems engineering
  • Scale your operations confidently with flexible software applications and enterprise systems

Featured Products & Solutions

Our flagship Product Lifecycle Management solution creates a centralized repository for all product data, enabling manufacturing teams to manage the entire product lifecycle from initial concept through end-of-life. With over 500 Windchill implementations completed, TriStar configures this powerful PLM system to align with your unique manufacturing processes while delivering proven version control, change management, and digital thread connectivity that reduces development costs and improves operational efficiency.

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Windchill+ offers enterprise-grade PLM software capabilities without infrastructure overhead. This cloud-based PLM solution delivers comprehensive Product Data Management with enhanced scalability, automatic updates, and simplified IT management. Manufacturing companies benefit from faster deployment, predictable costs, and real-time collaboration features that enable distributed manufacturing teams to work seamlessly on product development.Windchill+ offers enterprise-grade PLM software capabilities without infrastructure overhead. This cloud-based PLM solution delivers comprehensive Product Data Management with enhanced scalability, automatic updates, and simplified IT management. Manufacturing companies benefit from faster deployment, predictable costs, and real-time collaboration features that enable distributed manufacturing teams to work seamlessly on product development.

PTC Creo provides advanced CAD capabilities integrated seamlessly with our PLM system, enabling engineers to create, simulate, and validate designs within a connected digital environment. When combined with our PLM manufacturing software, Creo ensures design intent flows directly to manufacturing execution systems, reducing errors and accelerating production while maintaining the highest quality standards throughout development cycles.

PTC Creo 10.0

TriStar’s custom extensions fill functionality gaps that generic PLM solutions leave behind. Our Wincom extensions for Windchill add specialized capabilities for configuration management and workflow optimization. Geometry-based model search tools enable component reuse, while engineer-to-order automation and CAD automation solutions eliminate manual processes—reducing development costs, improving operational efficiency, and accelerating time-to-market for innovative products.

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TriStar specializes in connecting PLM systems, Product Data Management, CAD, manufacturing execution systems, and enterprise resource planning to create a digital thread spanning the entire product lifecycle. Our integration expertise ensures product data flows automatically between enterprise systems, eliminating manual processes and enabling faster decision-making while maintaining product quality and meeting regulatory requirements across increasingly complex manufacturing operations.

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Why Choose Tristar as Your Partner in PLM Manufacturing Excellence

Proven Experience: Over 500 Windchill implementations and 5,000+ customers supported by 250+ years of combined PLM expertise.

Industry Knowledge: Trusted by manufacturers in aerospace, automotive, medical devices, electronics, and industrial equipment.

Comprehensive Services: From implementation and customization to training, consulting, and ongoing support.

Future-Ready Systems: Cloud-based PLM, digital twin technology, and model-based engineering.

Trusted Partner: North America’s leading PTC CAD and PLM reseller offering priority access and support.

Lifecycle Partnership: Supporting your digital transformation from design and production to service and beyond.

Industries We Serve

Aerospace & Defense

Supporting mission-critical product development and manufacturing operations where regulatory requirements, traceability, and product quality are non-negotiable. Our PLM manufacturing software helps aerospace companies manage complex configuration control, maintain AS9100 compliance requirements, and ensure complete documentation across the entire product lifecycle while reducing development costs and production costs.

Automotive & Transportation

Managing configuration control and product quality for complex assemblies involving thousands of components across the global supply chain. Our PLM solutions enable automotive manufacturers to coordinate design changes, manage bill-of-materials complexity, and accelerate development cycles while supporting digital transformation initiatives in increasingly complex vehicle systems.

Industrial Equipment

Ensuring data integrity and advanced Product Data Management systems for manufacturers of machinery, tools, and industrial products. Our PLM system helps equipment manufacturers manage custom configurations, support aftermarket service requirements, and maintain product quality across diverse product lines.

Electronics & High Tech

Drive faster innovation with cloud-based PLM designed for technology markets that evolve in months, not years. Electronics manufacturers gain the tools to manage quick design iterations, streamline global supply chains, and maintain full compliance and visibility across every stage of product development. 

Medical Devices

Maintaining strict product quality standards and regulatory compliance in one of manufacturing’s most regulated sectors. Our PLM solution helps manufacturers meet FDA requirements with built-in traceability, validation, and documentation features, supporting design control, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement from product development to post-market review.

Consumer Goods

In fast-changing consumer markets, quick decisions and consistent quality drive success. Our PLM platform empowers manufacturers to streamline production planning, align supply chain partners, and coordinate launches across channels—enhancing efficiency, lowering costs, and protecting profitability.

Transform Your Product Development Operations Today

Leading manufacturing companies choose TriStar Solutions to modernize their product lifecycle management, optimize manufacturing processes, and achieve operational excellence through advanced PLM software. Our comprehensive PLM manufacturing solutions, Product Data Management systems, and expert consulting services provide the foundation for sustainable competitive advantage. 

Empower your manufacturing teams with an integrated PLM platform that reduces time-to-market, minimizes costs, and drives continuous improvement from design to production.