PTC, Microsoft & Volkswagen Collaborate on Codebeamer AI Copilot

PTC Inc PTC has teamed up with Microsoft MSFT and Volkswagen Group VWAGY to create the Codebeamer Copilot, a generative artificial intelligence (AI)-powered tool designed to bolster software development in physical products, such as vehicles, by streamlining product requirements management, testing, validation and release processes.

PTC is set to launch Codebeamer Copilot (beta version) for certain clients in early 2025.

PTC’s Codebeamer is a trusted platform for managing the complexities of software development in physical products. In 2023, VWAGY adopted Codebeamer to streamline software development across its brands and vehicle projects, emphasizing productivity and quality improvements. PTC and VWAGY have partnered with MSFT to elevate the potential of Codebeamer by seamlessly integrating generative AI with Microsoft Azure AI capabilities, aimed at driving innovation with transformative outcomes.

PTC highlighted the significance of generative AI in helping customers solve complexities and allowing the company to invest in emerging markets like developing software-defined vehicles efficiently. The collaboration combines real-world expertise from a top manufacturer and cutting-edge AI technology from Microsoft to drive technological progress.

PTC Inc. Price and Consensus

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Boston, MA-based PTC is a software provider offering a range of cutting-edge digital technologies that collectively revolutionize the engineering, production and maintenance of tangible goods. It provides a comprehensive portfolio of software solutions comprising computer-aided design (CAD) and product lifecycle management (PLM). 

PTC continues to pursue strategic collaborations with tech giants to keep pace with the evolving market demands, driving innovation, efficiency and competitiveness across industries. In September 2024, the company signed a strategic collaboration agreement with Amazon Web Services to grow its Onshape solution. This partnership focuses on enhancing Onshape's features, increasing customer adoption and advancing AI efforts, all to help designers and engineers develop high-quality products faster and more efficiently.

PTC continues to gain momentum across its PLM and CAD solutions amid a tough sales environment. In the last reported quarter, revenues jumped 15% year over year to $627 million. Steady growth in recurring revenues and perpetual licenses drove the top-line expansion. The company also shared its strategy to adjust its go-to-market approach, aiming to improve customer service and broaden its market presence.

PTC’s Zacks Rank & Stock Price Performance

PTC currently carries a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy). Shares of the company have rallied 25.9% in the past year compared with the sub-industry's growth of 21.2%.

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