Backbone PLM
The design-first product development platform for modern consumer brands.
Industry-specific digital continuity from ideation to manufacturing through AI-driven lifecycle orchestration.
Infor PLM is a cornerstone of the Infor CloudSuite ecosystem, specifically designed to bridge the gap between design and production in industry-specific contexts such as Fashion, Food & Beverage, Chemicals, and Aerospace. In 2026, the platform has matured into a predictive lifecycle engine, leveraging Infor Coleman AI to forecast supply chain disruptions and regulatory compliance risks during the early R&D phases. Architecturally, it operates as a multi-tenant cloud solution hosted on AWS, utilizing Infor OS (Operating Service) for seamless cross-application data flows. Its technical differentiation lies in its 'no-code' extensibility through the Infor Mongoose framework, allowing enterprises to customize data schemas without breaking the upgrade path. By integrating deeply with Infor's ERP solutions like M3 and LN via the Intelligent Open Network (ION), Infor PLM ensures that the 'Digital Thread' is maintained from the first CAD drawing or recipe formulation through to the final shop-floor execution. As global regulations tighten, Infor PLM's automated GHS (Globally Harmonized System) and labeling capabilities position it as a critical compliance tool for process manufacturers moving into the 2026 fiscal year.
Advanced formulation management that calculates nutritional values, ingredient costs, and physical properties in real-time during the R&D process.
Verified feedback from the global deployment network.
Post queries, share implementation strategies, and help other users.
An OAGIS-standard based middleware that uses XML-based Business Object Documents (BODs) to synchronize PLM data with ERPs.
A visual mapping of the product lifecycle from initial requirement to the service life of the asset.
Automated cross-referencing of product data against global chemical and safety databases (GHS, REACH, RoHS).
A low-code development platform that allows for the creation of new UI screens and data fields without modifying source code.
Secure, external-facing portal where suppliers can upload technical specs, certifications, and pricing directly into the PLM workflow.
Utilizes historical production data to predict potential failure points in new product designs.
A manufacturer needs to reduce sodium content by 20% while maintaining taste profiles and regulatory labeling.
Registry Updated:2/7/2026
Sync new recipe to ERP for production.
An aerospace engineer identifies a design flaw in a landing gear component that must be updated across all global manufacturing sites.
New REACH regulations ban a specific stabilizer used in an industrial lubricant.