Hitachi Solutions Launches 'Pure Variants' for SDV Development
Hitachi Solutions has launched 'Pure Variants', a product variation management tool from PTC Japan, effective May 26th. It supports SDV development by leveraging Product Line Engineering (PLE) to balance quality and efficiency.
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## Overview
Hitachi Solutions has announced the launch of 'Pure Variants', a product variation management tool by PTC Japan, starting May 26th. Leveraging its deep expertise in process development and compliance support for automotive software, Hitachi Solutions offers end-to-end support, from process improvement to implementation in development teams.
## Background and Challenges
The rise of Software Defined Vehicles (SDV) has led to a rapid increase in product variations and technical complexity. Manual management has historically caused issues such as redundant development, quality decline due to human error, and increased workloads. Furthermore, international standards like Automotive SPICE, ISO 26262, and UN-R156 strictly mandate rigorous management of specifications and consistency in deliverables.
## Pure Variants as a Solution
Based on Product Line Engineering (PLE), 'Pure Variants' systematizes product configurations and variations into common and unique elements, resulting in:
- Quality assurance through human error prevention.
- Enhanced reusability of development assets.
- Reduction of man-hours and development lead times through automated generation of deliverables.
Additionally, it integrates with tools like the ALM tool 'Codebeamer' to optimize the entire development lifecycle.
## Partnership and Vision
Tomonobu Kamiya, President and CEO of PTC Japan, expressed confidence that the combination of PTC's technology and Hitachi Solutions' track record will powerfully support customers in their SDV initiatives. Through this launch, Hitachi Solutions aims to contribute to the realization of a safer and more comfortable mobility society.
Hitachi Solutions has announced the launch of 'Pure Variants', a product variation management tool by PTC Japan, starting May 26th. Leveraging its deep expertise in process development and compliance support for automotive software, Hitachi Solutions offers end-to-end support, from process improvement to implementation in development teams.
## Background and Challenges
The rise of Software Defined Vehicles (SDV) has led to a rapid increase in product variations and technical complexity. Manual management has historically caused issues such as redundant development, quality decline due to human error, and increased workloads. Furthermore, international standards like Automotive SPICE, ISO 26262, and UN-R156 strictly mandate rigorous management of specifications and consistency in deliverables.
## Pure Variants as a Solution
Based on Product Line Engineering (PLE), 'Pure Variants' systematizes product configurations and variations into common and unique elements, resulting in:
- Quality assurance through human error prevention.
- Enhanced reusability of development assets.
- Reduction of man-hours and development lead times through automated generation of deliverables.
Additionally, it integrates with tools like the ALM tool 'Codebeamer' to optimize the entire development lifecycle.
## Partnership and Vision
Tomonobu Kamiya, President and CEO of PTC Japan, expressed confidence that the combination of PTC's technology and Hitachi Solutions' track record will powerfully support customers in their SDV initiatives. Through this launch, Hitachi Solutions aims to contribute to the realization of a safer and more comfortable mobility society.
FAQ
What is the role of Pure Variants?
It systematizes and manages complex product configurations and variants into common and individual elements.
What development field does it target?
Automotive software development, especially in the growing field of Software Defined Vehicles (SDVs).
Can it integrate with other tools?
Yes, it can integrate with various tools, including the ALM tool 'Codebeamer'.