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Product Modules
Product Modules

Document Management

Optimize document control, management and collaboration to improve every stage of your Product Lifecycle Management

Key Capabilities of Nora IPLM Document Management

Centralize, control, and collaborate on all product-related documents in one secure platform.

Nora IPLM offers built-in document management designed specifically for product development. From CAD files and technical specifications to quality reports and compliance documents, every file is stored, tracked, and connected to the relevant item, project, or change. Teams can upload, edit, and version documents in real time, with full visibility and traceability across the lifecycle.

Whether you’re managing a single drawing or a complete design history file, Nora IPLM helps you keep your documentation organized, accessible, and always up to date.

Document Revision and Iteration Management

Track every change with clarity.

Nora IPLM gives you full control over document revisions and iterations, whether it’s a design file, specification, or compliance record. Each version is recorded automatically with full history, making it easy to compare changes, link updates to related tasks, and maintain traceability across teams. The latest approved version is always visible, while previous versions remain accessible when needed.

Key Features:

  • Automatic version control with user and timestamp tracking

  • Clear distinction between iterations (minor updates) and revisions (major updates)

  • Side-by-side comparison of document versions

  • Document links to related items, tasks, and change records

Document Release Workflows with Approvals

Control how documents move from draft to release.

Nora IPLM supports structured release workflows that guide documents through the right review and approval steps. Assign reviewers, set required sign-offs, and monitor progress in real time. Every step is traceable, with access controls and role-based visibility to support compliance and collaboration.


Key Features:

  • Configurable workflows based on document type or team needs

  • Step-by-step approvals with assigned roles and responsibilities

  • Audit trails with comments, timestamps, and decision history

  • Automatic status updates such as Draft, In Review, and Released

Document Management Features

Enhance your document management with multiple relationships, centralized control,  dynamic versioning,
and customizable access permissions.

Real-Time Collaborative Document Management

Enable teams to edit, review, and manage documents simultaneously with full version control and access tracking. Nora IPLM’s real-time document management supports faster collaboration, structured approvals, and seamless traceability across your product lifecycle.

End-to-End Document Lifecycle Management

Manage every stage of a document’s lifecycle, from creation and collaborative review to release, secure archiving, or deletion. 

Document Revision and Iteration Management

Automatic version control with user and timestamp tracking

  • Clear distinction between iterations (minor updates) and revisions (major updates)

  • Side-by-side comparison of document versions

Customizable Access Permissions

Set specific access levels for different users or teams to make sure that sensitive information is protected while allowing appropriate visibility for collaboration. 

Linked Documentation

Attach documents directly to related items, BOMs, projects, or change records. By keeping documentation contextually linked, your team can always access the correct files during design reviews, audits, and supplier interactions. This reduces errors, speeds up decision-making, and keeps everyone aligned.

Secure File Storage and Access Control

Store all documents in a centralized, cloud-native repository. Apply granular access permissions based on roles, teams, or project status to keep sensitive data protected and accessible only to the right people.

Centralized Document Control

Access and manage all your documents from a single, organized hub with our centralized document control features. Effortlessly find, share, and collaborate on files while maintaining a comprehensive overview of your document library.

Multi-Format File Support

Manage Office 365 documents, spreadsheets, PDFs, presentations, images, and more in a single platform. Nora IPLM automatically captures metadata, supports previews, and integrates file handling across modules.

Features and Capabilities

Our User Interface helps you enhance efficiency, control, and accuracy in managing complex product assemblies and variations.

Document Lifecycle and Version Control

Nora IPLM offers end-to-end control over document creation, revision, and release processes. With full support for versioned storage, iteration tracking, and audit trails, teams can manage documents confidently throughout their lifecycle.

Integration with change management ensures that updates remain aligned with engineering workflows.

Detailed history and structured workflows provide transparency and compliance across all document activities.

Complete Document Lifecycle Management

Manage every stage of a document’s lifecycle, from creation and review to archiving or deletion.

Document Revision and Iteration Management

Manage document revisions and iterations, ensuring you always access the latest version.

Versioned Document Storage

Store documents with revision and iteration capabilities to track changes and maintain historical records.

Extensive Document History

Maintain a complete history of document versions and iterations, allowing you to trace back changes easily.

Advanced Editing, Revision and Iteration Management

Edit, revise, and iterate documents with robust capabilities to maintain accurate and up-to-date content.

Document Release Workflow Integration

Connect documents with predefined release workflow templates to streamline approval processes and facilitate structured document handling.

Change Tracking with Audit Trails

Track all changes made to documents and provide a detailed audit trail for review and compliance.

Integration with Change Management Processes

Integration with change management processes to coordinate document updates and approvals.

Access Rights and Document Classification

Implement access rights based on document classification (e.g., confidential) to restrict access to designated user groups, making sure that sensitive information is protected.

Document Check-In and Check-Out Processes

Manage document access with check-in and check-out workflows to ensure controlled editing and prevent conflicts.

Document Reservation

Reserve documents to manage and control access, preventing conflicts and ensuring proper handling of document updates.

Support for Multiple File Formats

Handle a wide range of file types and formats to accommodate various document requirements and integrations.

Access, Control, and Compliance

Ensure document security and governance with robust access rights, check-in/check-out protocols, and classification controls.

Nora IPLM helps organizations manage who can view, edit, or reserve documents, ensuring accountability at every step. Built-in support for multiple file types enables flexible document handling while maintaining strict process control.

Document Organization and Retrieval

Organize documents using a structured folder hierarchy, standardized templates, and advanced indexing tools for fast navigation.

Nora IPLM enables full-text search and rapid lookup, making it easy to locate the right content instantly. Templates help teams maintain consistency, while intelligent search ensures efficiency even across large datasets.

Folder Structure for Documents

Use a hierarchical folder structure to organize documents according to your needs.

Standard Document Templates

Use pre-defined document templates for consistency and efficiency in document creation.

Comprehensive Full-Text Document Content Search

Perform detailed searches across document contents to quickly locate specific information or keywords, improving efficiency in information retrieval.

Rapid Document Indexing

Quickly index document content to facilitate fast searching and retrieval of relevant information.

Document Authoring

Create and write documents to support detailed and structured content creation.

Document Download and Export Options

Extensive capabilities for downloading and exporting documents in different formats for flexibility and external use.

Mobile Device Access

Access and manage documents from mobile devices to enhance your flexibility and accessibility.

Office 365 Integration (Roadmap)

Integrate with Office 365 to streamline document creation, editing, and collaboration within familiar tools.

Document Access and Output

Enable effective communication and collaboration around changes by notifying stakeholders at key decision points.

Capture requirement linkages, reference documents, and problem reports to provide a complete context for every change.

Nora IPLM ensures that all voices are heard and that decisions are made based on well-rounded input, increasing adoption and reducing resistance.

Experience the Future of PLM

Join now to experience the next generation of PLM. With cutting-edge features and an intuitive design, our platform empowers you to manage every stage of your product’s journey.

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