Vault–Fusion Manage Connector: The Missing Link Autodesk Users Have Been Waiting For

It has finally arrived!

After years of anticipation, Autodesk has officially released the Vault–Fusion Manage connector. This is a native, out-of-the-box solution that finally connects PDM and PLM in a way the market has been waiting for.

You can read the official Autodesk announcement here: Autodesk Vault Connector

Why This Is a Big Deal

This release is a major milestone for both technical and strategic reasons. For years, many customers have asked the same question: Why do I need a third-party product to connect two Autodesk systems?

Until now, powerPLM served as the bridge between Vault and Fusion Manage. It was developed in close collaboration with Autodesk, came preconfigured with standard workflows, and was even included in Fusion Manage onboarding materials.

Despite its success, there were challenges.

• Customers often questioned the need for a third-party solution.
• Resellers had a hard time explaining or justifying it.
• Some companies adopted powerPLM, while others tried to build their own integrations.

A Standard Connector, Finally!

With the official Autodesk Connector now available in Vault 2026 and beyond, everyone finally has a clear, standardized path forward.

Here is what it offers:

• Seamless synchronization of Items, BOMs, and metadata
• Support for lifecycle transitions and PLM processes
• Backed and maintained directly by Autodesk
• Ready to use out-of-the-box for the most common use cases

This clarity simplifies decisions for customers and resellers alike. It eliminates doubt and sets the stage for better conversations about real business outcomes.

What Happens to powerPLM Now?

powerPLM is not going away. It is evolving into what it was always meant to be: a platform for building advanced, custom, and smart Vault–Fusion Manage workflows.

Previously, powerPLM had to stretch itself to serve as both the connector and the workflow engine. That meant handling a wide range of use cases with one big, complex setup.

Now, we can focus on what really matters:

• Small, specific jobs tailored to your unique processes
• Modular logic that is easy to understand, maintain, and adapt
• Deeper integration with powerJobs
• A better client-side experience inside Vault Explorer

The goal is no longer just connecting systems. It is about enabling collaboration across PDM, PLM, ERP, MES, and beyond.

Why Existing Customers Benefit

If you are already using powerPLM, you are in a strong position. Your system is already built on a stable, secure, and flexible foundation powered by powerJobs. It evolves safely across Vault versions and can now become simpler, faster, and even more tailored to your needs.

If the new Autodesk Connector covers your requirements, that is great. But if you are not yet on Vault 2026, or if your business needs go beyond standard use cases, powerPLM continues to deliver greater value.

Just like powerJobs remained the leader in automation even after Autodesk introduced native PDF publishing, powerPLM will remain the go-to solution for workflow-driven Vault–Fusion Manage collaboration.

What Comes Next

Over the coming months, powerPLM will continue to:

• Remove complexity from legacy configurations
• Focus on elegant and targeted solutions
• Expand its use of the job processor and client-side logic
• Stay compatible, secure, and deeply customizable

We will help existing customers simplify their current setups, align with the new standard connector where appropriate, and enhance the workflows that truly matter to their business.

The connector is no longer the finish line. It is the starting point.

Final Thought

Welcome, Vault–Fusion Manage connector. You have brought clarity to the table. Now the real opportunity begins: building workflows that drive collaboration, efficiency, and measurable impact.

If you have any questions, do not hesitate to directly reach out to us!