Software for handling product data and process data in a single, unified framework is product data management (PDM). This includes details, models, parts lists, manufacturing instructions, specifications, notes, and documents for a computer-assisted design (CAD). PDM has its own sets of benefits. Documents for research or business integration are automatically approved in PDM. It can seek information without digging through files which significantly improves productivity in a business setting. It has data centralization and synchronization ability that aids in achieving efficiency in operations. It also makes sure that all processes use standard and up-to-date data. One big disadvantage can be its full dependency on computer data which requires highly skilled personnel to maintain it. Training, licensing, and regulatory compliance costs that come with PDM might also be challenging for most companies.23