Best practices for secure CAD data exchange with suppliers using Agile Supplier Collaboration

ankiterp
Sun, 15 Jun 2025 17:58:16 +0000

Consider implementing watermarking for CAD files accessed by suppliers. We use dynamic watermarks that embed supplier ID and access timestamp into viewables. This doesn’t prevent leaks but provides traceability if proprietary designs appear elsewhere. Combined with viewer-only access for most suppliers and download privileges only for manufacturing partners, it creates layered protection.