The Use Case Mapping Guide for PLM helps organizations define how their teams actually work, so they can align technology solutions to real-world operations. Rather than relying on assumptions or generic feature lists, this guide provides a structured approach to identifying key workflows across areas like formula creation, packaging, artwork, supplier management, and compliance. It walks teams through the process of capturing personas, goals, triggers, inputs, outputs, and business rules—turning scattered processes into clearly defined use cases that anchor your PLM strategy.

By documenting how each function interacts with data, systems, and approvals, the guide creates alignment across cross-functional stakeholders and sets the stage for a more targeted and successful PLM implementation. It ensures that business requirements are grounded in operational reality, helping organizations avoid scope creep, mismatched solutions, and failed adoption. Whether you’re preparing for vendor demos, building requirements, or optimizing an existing PLM, this guide provides a critical foundation for clarity and control.