About MBDusers

Working together on better designs with knowledge and expertise

Model-Based Definition (MBD)

MBDusers brings together parties involved in Model-Based Definition (MBD). Within our integrated environment, you can find suitable designers, engineers, and manufacturers to collaborate with.

MBDusers is the platform for professionals who use Model-Based Definition (MBD), a method for specifying product requirements using a 3D model as the central source of information. It is a knowledge platform aimed at promoting the use of MBD in the manufacturing industry and contributing to better implementation and standards.

MBD-related information is shared in the form of news articles, background features, and whitepapers.

In addition, MBDusers brings together parties working with Model-Based Definition. It offers an integrated environment where designers, engineers, and manufacturers can connect and collaborate.

The MBDusers core team

Want to get in touch? Contact us via contact@mbdusers.com

MBDusers Advisory Board

The MBDusers Advisory Board is a group of Industry leaders, Technical experts ,Academic or research voices, Policy or ecosystem representatives ,Known representatives or influencers for MBD perspectives.
 
They act as a brain trust: offering insights, feedback, and connections that strengthen the organization’s direction and execution. 
Their expertise and diversity ensures well-rounded advice for the MBDusers organization and provides non-binding strategic advice.
Joep van der Velden

Joep van der Velden

Head of Sales Business Unit PTC BeNeLux, MAIT

“With eight years of experience helping industrial companies in their digitalization journey and overcoming challenges in different organizations with different software toolings I support customers with software selection, change management processess and guiding them to better business outcomes. A big part of this is implementing a solid data foundation with Model Based Definition as one of the key corner stones.”

MAIT Benelux managing director Henk Jôrg

Henk Jörg

Managing Director, MAIT Benelux

“I’ve been guiding compagnies through the ever changing world of MBD en MBE, since 25 years as the founder of TFH Technical services, now MAIT Benelux.”

Our advisory board offers MBDusers:

Strategic Guidance

Members help refine:

  • Vision and long-term direction
  • Priorities and focus areas
  • Risks and opportunities
  • Alignment with trends in the digital transformation of the high-tech industry

Expertise & Knowledge Sharing

They contribute specialized knowledge and/or experience, such as:

  • Technical expertise
  • Market insights
  • Best practices from other organizations

Network Access & Introductions 

MBDusers advisory board members open doors by: 

  • Connecting the organization to partners or sponsors 
  • Facilitating introductions to experts or other MBD users 
  • Strengthening regional or sectoral collaboration 

Review & Feedback

Members review: 

  • Plans 
  • Programs 
  • Technical frameworks 
  • Marketing materials 
  • Strategic documents 

Advocacy & Ambassadorship

They help promote the initiative by: 

  • Speaking about MBDusers at events 
  • Sharing updates in their networks 
  • Acting as champions for the mission 

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