Medical Device Manufacturing Software
TriStar helps medical device manufacturers use PLM (PTC Windchill / Windchill+) to connect product data, automate workflows, and reduce rework across the entire product lifecycle.
500+ Windchill implementations | 5,000+ customers | Top PTC partner
Speed Up Development and Strengthen Traceability With Medical Device PLM
Core PLM Capabilities for Medical Device Teams
Stop Version Chaos
Centralize CAD, drawings, BOMs, and docs in one controlled system so teams work from the same released data.
Improve Traceability Across Teams
Link engineering, quality, and manufacturing activity to the product record for cleaner handoffs and clearer history.
Speed Up Change Control
Replace email approvals with PLM workflows, automated routing, and visibility into what’s pending.
Increase Reuse and Reduce Duplicate Parts
Make it easier to find proven designs with tools like geometry-based model search and standardized libraries.
Why PLM Matters in Medical Device Manufacturing
Medical device companies face unique challenges that demand tighter control over product data and manufacturing processes. PLM software delivers the data governance and access controls device manufacturers need to meet regulatory requirements while maintaining operational efficiency. Revision control and released configurations ensure every team works from approved data. Change control workflows (ECO/ECN) replace manual approvals with automated routing, reducing cycle time. Better collaboration across sites and functions keeps engineering, quality, and manufacturing aligned. And built-in reporting provides the real-time visibility needed for internal reviews and audits.
Common Pain Points TriStar Helps Solve
Many medtech companies struggle with siloed data and duplicate files that create confusion and compliance risks. Slow approvals and change bottlenecks delay time to market. Costly rework from outdated parts and documents eats into margins. Poor reuse leads to part proliferation and unnecessary design work. And as companies grow, scaling to cloud or hybrid environments while integrating systems becomes increasingly complex. TriStar’s PLM expertise helps medical device manufacturers overcome these obstacles and build a competitive advantage through smarter manufacturing operations.
Tools That Power Medical Device Product Lifecycles
TriStar helps you get more value from PLM and engineering tools by aligning systems, workflows, and governance to how your teams work.
The central hub for product data and controlled releases. Windchill provides the revision control, lifecycle states, workflow approvals, and BOM/document management that medical device manufacturing demands. Full traceability and document control support regulatory compliance and quality management across your production processes.
Cloud scalability with reduced infrastructure overhead—without sacrificing governance. Windchill+ supports faster scaling, distributed teams, and provides a modernization path for companies ready to move beyond on-premise solutions.
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PTC Creo+ keeps CAD aligned with controlled part and BOM revisions to reduce downstream confusion. Better CAD-to-BOM alignment means fewer outdated files and cleaner releases throughout the manufacturing process.
Windchill extensions add usability, reporting, navigation, and workflow improvements where standard setups fall short. Fewer manual steps, faster daily work, and better visibility across your enterprise resource planning ecosystem.
ModelSearch improves reuse by helping teams find similar parts and assemblies quickly. Less duplicate design work means fewer new parts, faster engineering cycles, and better inventory management of raw materials.
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TriStar helps teams adopt the system correctly and keep it working as needs evolve. Role-based training, ongoing optimization, and support contracts ensure you get lasting value from your PLM investment.
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Why Medical Device Manufacturers Partner With TriStar
TriStar brings deep PTC expertise as one of the largest PTC VARs globally, specializing in Windchill and Creo. With 500+ Windchill implementations and 5,000+ customers, our proven delivery track record speaks for itself. We develop hands-on innovations—tools and extensions that close real workflow gaps, including Wincom, model search, and automation solutions. Our strong partner status means better PTC access, deeper roadmap insight, and more responsive support pathways. And we provide full lifecycle support from strategy through implementation, migration, training, and ongoing optimization.
Industries Supported by TriStar Digital Thread Solutions
- Aerospace & Defense: Supporting regulatory compliance and mission-critical design.
- Automotive & Transportation: Managing configuration control and product quality for complex assemblies.
- Manufacturing/Industrial Equipment: Ensuring data integrity and robust PDM systems.
- Electronics & High Tech: Accelerating product development with digital asset management.
- Medical Devices: Maintaining strict quality assurance standards.
- Consumer Goods: Enabling better decision-making for rapid product launches.
