Razorleaf Corporation

10/28/2026

Please welcome Kevin Shanahan, Senior Consultant, to our Razorleaf Team!

10/27/2026

IS PLM DEAD? 20 MILLION SEATS SAY OTHERWISE!

Some say PLM has had its day. But with approximately 20 million installed seats worldwide and a $20 billion market, the numbers tell a very different story.

In Episode 159 of Stay Sharp, hosts Juliann Grant and Jonathan Scott welcome Andreas Lindenthal of PLMadvisors, a PLM veteran with more than 25 years of industry experience, to challenge the “PLM is dead” narrative.

What’s next for PLM?
- How will AI transform the way we interact with product data?
- Why is the digital thread becoming an enterprise-wide priority?
- Is the real challenge technology—or how organizations use it?

PLM isn't dead. It's evolving—and AI could be the catalyst for its next big chapter.

Tune in and decide for yourself! https://staysharpindigitalengineering.com/is-plm-dead-20-million-seats-say-no/

10/26/2026

CONNECTING WITH THE FUTURE OF PLM IN EMEA!

Razorleaf is heading to 2026 PLM Road Map & PDT – EMEA, and we're excited to have Ashish Kulkarni, Razorleaf International, and Jonathan Scott, Razorleaf, attending!

November 4–5, 2026
Lindholmen Conference Centre, Gothenburg, Sweden

It's a great opportunity to connect with industry leaders, exchange ideas, explore the latest PLM trends, and discuss what's next for digital engineering and product innovation.

Will you be there? Let's connect and talk about the future of PLM!

Learn more about the event:
https://www.razorleaf.com/event/2026-plm-road-map-pdt-emea/

10/23/2026

AI BROKE OUT OF THE SANDBOX. NOW WHAT?

In this episode of Stay Sharp in Digital Engineering, hosts Juliann Grant and Jonathan Scott welcome Nick Link, co-founder of Bitoda, to explore AI agent safety, security, and the risks of moving beyond test environments.

They discuss real-world AI incidents, the importance of guardrails, and why organizations should treat AI agents like new hires—as powerful tools that require oversight and accountability.

AI is moving into real engineering and manufacturing workflows. The challenge is using it strategically, safely, and responsibly.

The sandbox door is open. Are you ready?

Learn more and watch Podcast:
https://staysharpindigitalengineering.com/ai_broke_out-of_the_sandbox_now_what/

10/22/2026

EXCITING NEWS! our STAY SHARP Podcasts are making waves in Digital Engineering!'

We are excited to share that our podcast was recognized recently by Tal Gur, an inspirational thought leader and entrepreneur who highlights books and podcasts that inspire ideas and elevate society.

“Razorleaf Corp. provides listeners with a clearer understanding of how digital transformation works beyond the promises of technology marketing.” —Tal Gur, Elevate Society

At Razorleaf, we are passionate about bringing fresh perspectives, challenging conventional thinking, and highlighting the ideas and innovations shaping the future of digital engineering. We give big thanks to our guests and listeners we wouldn't be where we are today without them!

Thank you to Tal Gur for recognizing the impact of our Stay Sharp Podcasts! You can find more about Tal Gur here, and his most recent book: "The Art of Fully Living". https://elevatesociety.com/

Read his review on our Blog to learn more: https://www.razorleaf.com/blog/stay-sharp-recognized-for-elevating-the-conversation/

10/21/2026

Save the date for the next Aras global community event: ACE 2027!

Join the Aras community for another exciting ACE experience that brings together customers, partners, industry leaders, and Aras experts to connect, collaborate, share ideas, and explore what’s next in the world of PLM, digital thread, and engineering AI.

The event will be held at the Omni Boston Seaport Hotel in Boston, Massachusetts, April 19-22, 2027.

Registration and hotel reservations open on October 22, 2026.

https://www.razorleaf.com/event/ace-2027/

Save the date for the next Aras global community event: ACE 2027! The event will be held at the Omni Boston Seaport Hotel in Boston, Massachusetts, April 19-22, 2027. Registration and hotel reservations will be October 22, 2026.

10/20/2026

AI BROKE OUT OF THE SANDBOX. NOW WHAT?

In this episode of Stay Sharp in Digital Engineering, hosts Juliann Grant and Jonathan Scott are joined by Nick Link, co-founder of Bitoda to discuss what happens when AI agents break out of their test environments. They unpack recent high-profile incidents involving OpenAI and Anthropic, define key concepts like safety, security, and deterministic guardrails, and explain why treating AI agents like new hires is the safest way to bring AI into engineering and manufacturing organizations.

AI is no longer just experimenting behind the scenes. It's moving into real-world engineering workflows, influencing decisions, accelerating development, and changing how organizations design, build, and deliver.

The future of digital engineering isn't just about adopting AI. It's about knowing how to use it strategically, responsibly, and effectively.

The sandbox door is open. Are you ready for what comes next?

Learn more and watch Podcast:
https://staysharpindigitalengineering.com/ai_broke_out-of_the_sandbox_now_what/

10/19/2026

Two weeks to go!

Jonathan Scott is heading to PLM Road Map & PDT EMEA 2026 in Sweden, co-hosted by CIMdata and Eurostep. It’s always a highlight for the digital engineering community.

Expect great speakers (thanks to Håkan Kårdén and team). Jonathan is just as excited about the conversations on the side.

It’s an exciting time in digital engineering, and he’s looking forward to joining colleagues for interesting discussions on where PLM and the digital thread are headed.

Will you be there? Let Jonathan know so you can find time to connect!

10/16/2026

When a regional conflict damaged part of an energy operator’s pipeline network, the question was how fast the team could safely redirect production.

Traditionally, that kind of re-planning could take weeks. With Geminus AI, recommendations were ready in a few days.

On Episode 157 of Stay Sharp in Digital Engineering, kicking off another Digital Product Series conversation, hosts Juliann Grant and Jonathan Scott welcome back Prithvi Singh Chauhan, Machine Learning Engineer at Geminus AI, to talk about computational autonomy.

The idea is not to replace the physics-based simulators engineering teams already trust. It’s to add a decision layer on top of them that turns complex simulations into operational recommendations.

You’ll hear how it:
🔹 Builds models from trusted simulators
🔹 Monitors accuracy against live operational data and flags drift
🔹 Builds uncertainty into every decision
🔹 Connects individual assets into larger systems
🔹 Supports both optimization and predictive maintenance

If you work with simulation, digital twins, or high-consequence operational decisions, this one is for you.

Listen now: https://staysharpindigitalengineering.com/digital-product-series-geminus-ai/

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10/15/2026

Razorleaf is heading to PLM Road Map & PDT 2026 in Gothenburg, Sweden this November! This year's focus: "AI in PLM: A Disruptive Opportunity and Challenge"—moving past the hype to explore where PLM professionals are actually finding value with AI today, and how to prioritize the right investments.

Stop by and speak with Ashish Kulkarni, Razorleaf International, while you're there!

November 4–5, 2026
Lindholmen Conference Centre, Gothenburg, Sweden

Expect real case studies and honest lessons learned on:
🔹 The Digital Thread, Digital Twin & the AI connection
🔹 Organizational change management & human-in-the-loop models
🔹 Data governance, IP security & trust frameworks
🔹 Extending digital thread/AI across the supply chain
🔹 Executive engagement & sponsorship for PLM/AI initiatives
🔹 Sustainability & the Digital Product Passport

Register today: https://ti.to/plm-road-map-pdt-europe/plm-road-map-and-pdt-gothenburg-nov-2026