2023 Update – Author: Jennifer Herron Traditionally, 2D data (e.g., drawings, static documents, static parts lists) are the authoritative source for technical data used within the government to acquire products from its supply chain. Going beyond 2D data to use 3D data demands sophistication for the exchange and collaboration of 3D data. Since the benefits […]
Maximize ROI with Model-Based Definition (MBD)
A Case Study: How Model-Based Definition (MBD) was the missing link to maximizing the ROI of a digital quality initiative. Author: Jennifer Herron, CEO of Action Engineering Have you ever been involved in a Model-Based Definition (MBD) project? If so, you likely know how difficult it is to convince people they no longer need their drawings. After all, drawings […]
2023 TIPE 3D Printing Conference Presentation Links
Brought to you by Women in 3D Printing and SME For its third edition, the TIPE global conference curates, once again, an inspirational all-women agenda of speakers and panelists. TIPE | 2023, though, promises to be the boldest, strongest, and most empowering TIPE edition so far as Women in 3D Printing has partnered with SME, […]
2022 Year-End Glows, Grows & Gratitude at Action Engineering
As we reflect on 2022 our team at Action Engineering gathered our end-of-year Glows, Grows and Gratitude. This is an exercise we do as a team at the end of each week. It doesn’t have to be limited to work, however, we find that often times the gratitude prompt is a wonderful way to say […]
Rejoice, Don’t Resolve: Positive Psychology for Better Change Outcomes
Excerpt from Women in Manufacturing: It’s the season finale of Women in Manufacturing Trailblazers and the beginning of a new year. For the final 2022 broadcast of Women in Manufacturing, celebrate and rejoice with special guest Rhiannon Gallagher, Chief Business Psychologist at Action Engineering. An expert on framing change in a way that builds a […]
Digital Takes on the Taboo
Applying the Digital Thread to Sustainment and Decommissioning Words by Rhiannon Gallagher We’ve been diving into the tail end of manufacturing data lately, looking at how 3D data and the digital thread can change the story for sustainment and decommissioning teams. We think the potential for real improvement at this end of the product lifecycle […]
Pump Assembly 3D PDF Files & Buzzword Bingo!
We are pleased to announce the following content in OSCAR: Free OSCAR Online Training Content: [PDF Download] Buzzword BINGO! Playing Buzzword B-I-N-G-O utilizing the Model-Based Enterprise (MBE) Dictionary helps 3D Digital Transformation implementation teams and stakeholders create a shared understanding of terminology, in a discreet (and fun!) way. Grab your set when you log in […]
Action Engineering Announces the 2022 Remastered Model-Based Enterprise (MBE) Dictionary
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Golden, CO – October 13, 2022 – Action Engineering announces the upgraded release of the free Model-Based Enterprise (MBE) Dictionary. The MBE Dictionary is a comprehensive resource that includes 470+ terms and definitions, as well as 30+ industry standards and influential organizations. The dictionary has been reviewed, remastered, and refreshed in 2022. […]