What DELMIAWorks does

DELMIAWorks is a manufacturing execution and ERP software product line targeted primarily at small and midsize discrete manufacturers, with functionality spanning production planning, shop floor execution, quality, maintenance, and integration with CAD and business systems. It is sold as part of Dassault Systèmes' 3DEXPERIENCE platform and is tightly integrated with SOLIDWORKS for design-to-production workflows, allowing manufacturers to connect CAD models, ERP transactions, and machine-level data in a single environment. The platform has expanded beyond traditional ERP into adjacent capabilities including Virtual Commissioning for automation validation, AI-driven machining toolpath optimization, Augmented Reality-based operations support, and robotics simulation for industrial automation deployment.

The product is delivered as subscription-based SaaS within the broader 3DEXPERIENCE portfolio and is monetized through Dassault's global direct enterprise sales force supplemented by an implementation partner channel (e.g., Arisoft Solutions) that handles deployment for mid-market customers. Go-to-market is reinforced through Dassault-owned marketing assets including the annual 3DEXPERIENCE World conference and the SOLIDWORKS Live streaming platform, with cross-sell leverage from the SOLIDWORKS community of more than 8 million users. AI is positioned as a core value driver, packaged via virtual companions (Aura, Leo) and embedded features for quality, maintenance, and scheduling, though the architecture is best characterized as AI features layered onto an established ERP/MES codebase rather than a fundamentally AI-native system.

Name

DELMIAWorks

Website

https://solidworks.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1989

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

DELMIAWorks is a mid-market manufacturing ERP and MES software product line, owned by Dassault Systèmes, that integrates SOLIDWORKS CAD with shop floor execution, AI-driven quality and scheduling tools, and adjacent capabilities such as virtual commissioning, AR, and robotics simulation.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Manufacturing ERP / MES Software

SIC

Services-Computer Integrated Systems Design (7373)

akta.pro primary industry

Manufacturing ERP (Discrete, Process, Batch) (HDAEAEAB)

Keywords

• Manufacturing ERP software
• Shop floor MES systems
• CAD-ERP integration
• Virtual commissioning tools
• AI-driven production scheduling

Headquarters

HQ city

Paso Robles

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Software

Cost components

Technology or R&D, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. ERP Software Subscription: DELMIAWorks operates as a Software-as-a-Service solution within the Dassault Systèmes 3DEXPERIENCE platform, generating revenue through subscription-based licensing that provides access to manufacturing ERP, AI-powered tools, and integration capabilities.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

DELMIAWorks is a manufacturing ERP and MES solution that integrates design (SOLIDWORKS CAD), production planning, shop floor operations, and business systems into a single platform on Dassault Systèmes' 3DEXPERIENCE platform. It uses AI capabilities for scheduling, quality control, predictive maintenance, toolpath optimization, virtual commissioning, and augmented reality-based operations to bridge design-to-production workflows for small and midsize manufacturers.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• DELMIAWorks Manufacturing ERP End-to-end manufacturing ERP and MES solution on Dassault Systèmes' 3DEXPERIENCE platform that connects SOLIDWORKS CAD design, production planning, and shop floor operations. Delivers real-time data sharing across departments, AI-based decision-making, and integration between ERP and shop floor for small and midsize manufacturers.
• DELMIA Virtual Commissioning Virtual commissioning solution that simulates, tests, and validates automation systems before physical deployment, reducing setup time by up to 60% and addressing common commissioning challenges for manufacturers.
• DELMIA Machining AI-driven machining solution providing toolpath optimization for CNC operations along with AI-powered quality control. Documented benefits include precision and efficiency improvements and defect rate reductions of up to 50%.
• DELMIA Augmented Experience Augmented reality platform supporting AR implementation across devices for assembly, quality control, maintenance, training, safety, product design, and logistics, delivering measurable improvements in quality, efficiency, and workforce development.
• DELMIA Robotics Simulation Robotics simulation solution supporting industrial robot adoption and programming across sectors such as automotive, food, and general machinery, enabling manufacturers to design and validate robotic systems in a virtual environment.

Quantifiable outcome

• Virtual commissioning can reduce setup time by up to 60%
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability3 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Arisoft SolutionscoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerArisoft Solutions (Arisoft Global) is an implementation partner that assists manufacturers in deploying DELMIAWorks ERP solutions. The partnership focuses on connecting CAD, ERP, MES, and shop floor systems, helping companies improve efficiency and make smarter decisions at every stage of production through DELMIAWorks Manufacturing ERP.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Global Shop Solutions: Global Shop Solutions provides ERP/MES software tailored to small and midsize manufacturers, with strong presence in job shops and discrete production — overlapping directly with DELMIAWorks' customer base and feature set.
• Acumatica Manufacturing Edition: Acumatica's Manufacturing Edition provides cloud ERP with MRP, production management, and shop floor for small and midsize discrete and process manufacturers — competing head-to-head with DELMIAWorks on cloud-native mid-market manufacturing ERP.
• Infor CloudSuite Industrial: Infor CloudSuite Industrial (formerly Infor SyteLine) is an ERP purpose-built for mid-market manufacturers, offering MES, quality, and shop-floor integration — directly comparable to DELMIAWorks' target use cases and customer profile.
• Epicor: Epicor Kinetic is a manufacturing-focused ERP platform serving mid-market discrete and mixed-mode manufacturers with shop-floor, MES, and production scheduling capabilities — directly competing with DELMIAWorks in the same customer segment with comparable feature scope.
• SYSPRO: SYSPRO is an ERP vendor specializing in discrete and process manufacturers for small and midsize businesses, offering MES and production scheduling directly comparable to DELMIAWorks' manufacturing ERP scope.
• JobBOSS by ECI Software: JobBOSS is a shop management and ERP solution for small and midsize job shops and make-to-order manufacturers, serving the same discrete mid-market segment as DELMIAWorks with quoting, scheduling, and shop-floor execution capabilities.

Broad incumbents

• SAP Business One: SAP Business One targets small and midsize manufacturers with ERP, production, and shop-floor modules; broader enterprise credibility but heavier footprint than DELMIAWorks, often competing in deals where buyers want a globally recognized ERP brand.
• Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central: Microsoft's mid-market ERP with extensive manufacturing extensions via AppSource partners, offering broader functionality than DELMIAWorks but with less manufacturing specialization; competes for the same mid-market buyer with the advantage of the Microsoft cloud ecosystem.
• Oracle NetSuite for Manufacturing: NetSuite's SuiteCloud platform with manufacturing editions offers ERP plus WMS and production modules to mid-market manufacturers; broader finance-first positioning versus DELMIAWorks' manufacturing-first positioning, often competing in cloud-first ERP evaluations.

Emerging players

• Plex (Rockwell Automation): Plex Systems, now part of Rockwell Automation, offers a cloud-native manufacturing execution and ERP platform targeting discrete manufacturers — overlapping with DELMIAWorks in MES/shop-floor functionality, with stronger cloud-native architecture but narrower CAD integration.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/DELMIAWorks
• Facebookfacebook.com/DELMIAWorks
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/delmiaworks

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds3 records

Investors2 records

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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