Opcenter RD&L (Research, Development and Laboratory) offers companies in CPG and process a scalable and flexible platform to streamline, optimize, and align all formulated product data management. That way they can capitalize on their R&D potential and develop new products faster. Opcenter RD&L (formerly known as "SIMATIC IT R&D Suite") keeps the product designs and processes well in-line with quality and regulatory requirements. The smooth integration and alignment of R&D and manufacturing data and processes drastically speeds up the transfer of final product designs to mainstream manufacturing.
Typical activities such as project data management, formula development, trial and experiment management, and production process design require an integrated set of best-in-class components ranging from electronic notebooks to laboratory management over specification management to supplier collaboration, pilot plant manufacturing and the like. Key functionalities like regulatory compliance and support for the Intellectual Property process are an integral part of Opcenter RD&L.
Opcenter RD&L consists of three main components that are being completed with a Laboratory Electronic Notebook and External User solution:
- Opcenter Specification
- Opcenter Formulation
- Opcenter Laboratory
