CASE STUDY
Digital Continuity & Vendor Data Automation with AroTrace
AI-Powered BOM Integration and Supplier Data Management with AroTrace
In the automotive industry, ensuring digital continuity between design tools, PLM systems and supplier data is critical for efficiency, traceability and compliance. By applying data automation with AroTrace and its AI layer, a leading Tier-1 automotive supplier streamlined the conversion of XC exports into structured BOMs and automated the collection of missing vendor attributes. The result: fully traceable, audit-ready BOMs and a scalable foundation for digital workflows.
THE CHALLENGE
Disconnected Tools and Manual Vendor Data Collection
Even with structured BOMs in place, engineers faced significant hurdles in maintaining digital continuity and gathering missing information from vendors. Manual processes slowed delivery and increased the risk of errors:
1. Siemens XC Export Integration
BOMs exported from Siemens XC had to be manually restructured before they could be entered into Windchill, breaking the digital thread.
2. Manual Vendor Research
Missing attributes such as specifications, datasheets, or compliance data were collected manually from multiple vendor websites, consuming significant engineering time.
3. Limited Traceability
The lack of automated linking between XC, Windchill and vendor data made audits cumbersome and compliance harder to ensure.
THE SOLUTION
Seamless Digital Continuity with AroTrace
The supplier implemented AroTrace with its AI layer, enabling AI-driven automation for structured BOM integration and vendor data collection while preserving human oversight:
1
XC Export Conversion
AroTrace automatically ingested and converted Siemens XC exports into structured BOMs compatible with Windchill.
2
Automatic BOM Creation in Windchill
Structured BOMs were uploaded directly into Windchill with full traceability, eliminating manual re-entry.
3
Automated Vendor Data Collection
AroTrace consolidated missing specifications, datasheets and compliance information from vendor websites.
4
Human-in-the-Loop Review
Engineers validated the AI outputs, ensuring completeness and compliance before final approval.
5
Full Traceability
All BOMs, vendor data and source files were linked in AroTrace, creating audit-ready digital continuity.
THE OUTCOME
End-to-End Digital Continuity and Audit-Ready BOMs
The implementation delivered tangible benefits across efficiency, quality and compliance:
Eliminated Manual Re-Entry
Automated XC-to-Windchill conversion removed repetitive data entry tasks.
Reduced Research Time for Vendor Data
AI-driven aggregation of missing attributes saved engineers hours per project.
Enhanced Accuracy and Consistency
Structured BOMs and validated vendor data ensured fewer errors and uniform outputs.
Audit-Ready Traceability
Linking original files, BOMs and vendor data in AroTrace strengthened compliance readiness.
Scalable, Extensible Workflows
The platform’s AI-powered automation established a foundation for future extensions across other business units and processes.
Start Your Proof of Concept with AroTrace
Your team can experience the benefits of digital continuity and automated vendor data management with a Proof of Concept.
DURATION
2–4 weeks, depending on scope and complexity
COMMITMENT
No obligation to continue if success criteria are not met
AGREEMENTS
NDA and Proof of Concept Statement of Work (SOW) signed prior to kickoff
SUPPORT
Full access to Arorian’s engineering and product teams throughout the POC
ABOUT ARORIAN
Arorian is a global leader in providing digital solutions and services that drive transformation and growth for businesses across various industries. With a focus on innovation and excellence, Arorian delivers unparalleled value to its customers by harnessing the power of technology to solve complex challenges.
