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Arbortext Product Information Delivery Software

The Arbortext product suite offers solutions at every stage of information development from defining, authoring, illustrating, to managing, and delivering content.

Arbortext is an end-to-end product information delivery system that automates the authoring and publishing processes for the delivery of high quality, tailored product information in the form of operator manuals, service documentation, and eLearning courseware. Arbortext provides the capability to define, author, illustrate, manage, and deliver exact product information in the reader's preferred language and media.

To ensure data accuracy and relevance, Arbortext offers the industry's only software that links real-time engineering data directly to technical information throughout a product's information life cycle.

Deployed as a complete integrated product information delivery system, or as discrete solutions in conjunction with existing information management technologies, Arbortext software overcomes the challenges resulting from traditional, outdated technical documentation practices.

Arbortext, combined with PTC's additional solutions, forms an integral product development system providing powerful, associative product information delivery. The components of this system are built and tested together, to ensure out-of-the-box deployment with low risk, and easy upgrades with a low total cost of ownership.

Table of Contents

  1. Arbortext Products
  2. Resources for Arbortext Users
  3. Adepters mailing list
  4. Single-Sourcing Blog
  5. PubWright Podcast
  6. Arbortext PTC/User Group
  7. Introduction to DITA: Arbortext Edition
  8. Arbortext on YouTube
  9. Qualified Arbortext Resellers
  10. Reader Feedback

Arbortext Products

End-to-End Solution to Create, Publish, Deliver, Manage Content

Arbortext Editor
The familiar word processing interface makes it easy for authors to create and edit structured XML and SGML content for reuse and automated publishing.
Arbortext Dynamic Link Manager
Enables authors and publication designers to create and manage relationships among document components.
Arbortext Architect
Provides configuration, development and prototyping tools that help application developers to build and maintain Document Type Definitions (DTDs) and Schemas that support your unique business requirements.
Arbortext IsoDraw
The industry's leading technical illustrations solution enables organizations to communicate information about their products and services.
Arbortext IsoView
The industry's leading intelligetn graphics viewer enables readers to view and interact with all types of technical illustrations and animations: raster formats (e.g., JPEG, TIFF), vector formats (e.g., CGM), 2D and 3D illustrations and animations, static and interactive graphics.
Arbortext Styler
Enables publication designers to create XML-based stylesheets for automated publishing
Arbortext Publishing Engine
Automatically extracts XML and SGML content from file systems or content management systems, assembles that content for different audiences, and publishes the assembled content automatically to print, Web, PDF, Microsoft Word, HTML Help, and other media formats
Arbortext Advanced Print Publisher
Enables publication designers to automatically lay out documents with complex designs and manually control layout after automation
Arbortext Digital Media Publisher
Enables publication designers to assemble files and folders to publication on multiple types of digital media and to Web applications
Arbortext Content Manager
An integral component of the PTC Dynamic Publishing System, that provides a single source of information, maintains control at every component level, preserves component relationships, and provides configuration management capabilities to enable organizations to optimize their publishing process (Windchill)
Arbortext Content Manager PDMLink
ACM Link preserves component relationships, and provides configuration management capabilities to enable organizations to optimize their publishing process across the entire enterprise. ACM PDM Link supports engineering data as well as product information data (Windchill PDMLink)
Arbortext Adapters for CMS
These adapters provide seamless integration between EMC Documentum's content management system, IBM DB2 Content Manager or Oracle's Content Management SDK and Arbortext Editor and Arbortext Publishing Engine
Arbortext CSDB for S1000D
Arbortext Common Source Database (CSDB) for S1000D is a complete technical content management solution to support the S1000D international technical publications specification for the global Aerospace and Defense industry
Arbortext Learning Content Manager for S1000D
Enables the creation, assembly, management, and deployment of SCORM compliant eLearning packages directly from the data modules within Arbortext Common Source Database (CSDB) for S1000D
Arbortext LSA Interface for S1000D
Arbortext Logistics Support Analysis (LSA) Interfase for S1000D is a Logistic Support Analysis Record application interface that enables the transfer of LSA data to PTC's Arbortext product information delivery software for Aerospace and Defense in order to compile initial provisioning figures and parts data, and to create illustrated parts data modules for S1000D compliance
Arbortext Parts Catalog Manager for S1000D
Enables the creation and delivery of illustrated parts data in accordance with the Aerospace and Defense specification S1000D for technical publications
Arbortext Provisioning Manager
Enables users to create, deliver, receive, and review initial provisioning data and illustrated parts catalogs to accommodate either independent provisioning projects or Aerospace and Defense specification S2000M Chapter 1 requirements

Resources for Arbortext Users

blogs, podcasts, twitter, code, forums, more

The Arbortext community is wide and very active. There are a lot of resources for new (and old) users. We all learn more from each other every day.
List of Arbortext community resources
Community service is something fundamental for the Arbortext community. This is a list of projects in which Single-Sourcing Solutions sponsors employee activity - and ones that they do on their own. Our community projects span the technical and the personal.
Top 7 Arbortext Resources
Here's Single-Sourcing Solutions list of the 7 things new Arbortext customers should know about. If you're an Arbortext User, you should know about these resources.
Adepters Code Archive
Single-Sourcing Solutions currently maintain this free code archive. They donate the resources and contribute code to the repository on a regular basis.
Arbortext User Group on Facebook
Single-Sourcing Solutions organizes and runs the Arbortext PTC/User Facebook group.
Arbortext User Group on LinkedIn
Single-Sourcing Solutions organizes and runs the Arbortext PTC/User LinkedIn discussion group and answer questions posted to any number of other groups as well.
SF Bay Arbortext User Group
This group meets virtually, online via GoToMeeting, monthly. Users and experts present what they're doing with Arbortext. Single-sourcing Solutions donates time, resources, and administrative support to the SF Bay Arbortext PTC/User Group.
Single-Sourcing Solutions blog @ dita.xml.org
Generally for announcements of upcoming events of interest to the Arbortext Community
adepters on Twitter
Adepters is a group tweet account. Used to coordinate members of the community.
Single-Sourcing Solutions on Twitter
You should follow us on Twitter.
Structured Authoring Blog by Doug Wade
Structured Authoring is for those in the documentation field that use XML or SGML. The tools used are for writers and developers. Lots of Arbortext videos, tips, and short tutorials.
3b2users yahoo group (Arbortext Print Publisher)
3B2users is a yahoo group. 3B2 is the original name of Arbortext Advanced Print Publisher
FOSI Expert, Suzanne Napoleon
No one knows more about FOSI than Suzanne. She has quick start tutorials, formatting examples, and is currently authoring a book.
IsoDraw Forum on PTC.com (Login required)
This is the main repository for customer interaction around IsoDraw.
PTC/User World Event
We have presented at every PTC/User (or AUGI) since 2003; and, we currently sit on the committee to review proposal submissions for the PTC/User World Event. We also co-sponsor the Arbortext Special Event and the annual conference.

Adepters mailing list

Mailing list hosted by PTC/User

AdeptersThe PTC/User portal (http://www.ptcuser.org) hosts the long-running Adepters mailing list. Adept was the original name of Arbortext Editor. The adepters mailing list has been archived since 1996, 6 years after the product was first released in 1991. It has always been monitored by the PTC/Arbortext software engineering staff. Many long-time users and tools folks also regularly monitor the list. If you have a question, it's a great resource as questions generally get answered within 24 hours. Beginning and advanced questions encouraged.

The List Email Address is: adepters@lists.ptcuser.org

You can join the list from the PTC/User portal: http://portal.ptcuser.org/p/fo/si/topic=21 (login required)

Single-Sourcing Blog

The Single-Sourcing Solutions blog is focused on information about Arbortext, the community, and the best practices for successful implementation of dynamic information delivery projects.
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PubWright Podcast

Arbortext community voices

We publish interviews with Arbortext implementers, customers, and experts. Find podcast series on the web here or on iTunes here.
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Arbortext PTC/User Group

San Francisco Bay

The SF Bay Arbortext PTC/User Group is the first independent Arbortext User Group. We meet virtually, online, so everyone can attend.
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Introduction to DITA: Arbortext Edition

by JoAnn Hackos

Joann Hackos' book, "Introduction to DITA: A User Guide to the Darwin Information Typing Architecture Arbortext Edition," is a great introduction to DITA that is also Arbortext-specific. Procedures and Examples in this book use Arbortext Editor. The book can be ordered from ComTech Services here: http://www.comtech-serv.com/arbordita.shtml

Arbortext on YouTube

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Qualified Arbortext Resellers

Authorized != Qualified

There are a lot of PTC Resellers out there who are "authorized" to sell Arbortext, but have little or no real understanding of the product, it's business impact, or the capability to support you after purchase. As a result, here's the short list qualified Arbortext resellers worldwide. Let us know if you belong here and we missed you. The list of all resellers can be found at ptc.com.
Single-Sourcing Solutions
Single-Sourcing Solutions specializes in Arbortext--simply and only Arbortext end-to-end. Focused mainly on software sales, rather than long-term consulting engagements, they have developed a strong partnership network that supports customers in every industry and every specialization. Market: US/Canada
Oberon Technologies
Oberon Technologies partners with leading XML-based software suppliers to provide complete, end-to-end publishing solutions. Our consultants' experience in designing, creating and implementing automated publishing solutions has helped hundreds of companies improve their publishing processes resulting in tens of thousands of dollars in savings, improved quality and increased revenue. Market: US/Canada
TerraXML
TerraXML provides consulting and application development services in four practice areas: content management, dynamic publishing, product lifecycle management, and intelligent information access. Each practice leverages specialized expertise, methodologies, and software to ensure that we deliver high-value ECM solutions for our clients. Market: Global
Global Publishing Solutions
Global Publishing Solutions Ltd. is the largest most experienced provider of Arbortext Advanced Print Publisher (3B2) solutions and services. GPSL is experienced pre-press solution developers and implementers with over 60 years experience within the publishing industry. Market: Global
Dayton T Brown
Since 1966, the Technical Services Division of Dayton T. Brown, Inc., has provided an uninterrupted flow of technical publications and information systems to clients in all sectors around the world. They specialize in the Arbortext S1000D product line.
Jana Corp
JANA is a technical documentation services company. Jana focuses on solving problems in the aerospace and defense industry. They specialize in the Arbortext S1000D product line.
Datacopy Publishing Solutions GmbH
Datacopy is the German partner and reseller of PTC Arbortext and Antenna House. They offer consulting, project management, programming, template and stylesheet development and training for all kind of publications based on structured data. Market: Europe
NewBook Production Inc
Newbook Production Inc. is an information management and consulting company that develops Electronic Regulatory Solutions and Technical Publishing Solutions for customers in the public and private sector. They are specialists of Arbortext Advanced Print Publisher (3B2) and structured product labeling. NewBook is a PTC Arbortext reseller in Canada. They also are a Lorenz Life Sciences Group partner.
tformat
tformat ltd. is a PTC Channel Partner for the UK & Ireland, Arbortext reseller partner with DATACOPY Publishing Solutions GmbH. At the heart of their experience has been the product originally named the 3B2 publishing system (now Arbortext Advanced Print Publisher). Market: Canada
Simonsoft
Simonsoft is a company who distributes the Arbortext product portfolio to the complete Nordic market.
Irisoft
Although coming from Windchill and Creo Elements (Pro/E) background, they've got one consultant now who knows how to bring Arbortext together with the other engineering products. They are primarily Windchill & Creo, however and distribute Arbortext in St Petersburg, Russia.
productONE
Although coming from Windchill and Creo Elements (Pro/E) background, they've got one consultant now who knows how to bring Arbortext together with the other engineering products. They are primarily Windchill & Creo, however and distribute Arbortext in South Africa
Raytheon Technical Services Company LLC
Raytheon Technical Services Company LLC provides a full spectrum of technical, scientific and professional services to its defense, federal, international, and commercial customers worldwide.
Techpubs Global
TechPubs technical documentation management solutions are built on a powerful foundation of market-leading publishing technology and aviation specific applications. TechPubs Global is a services organization.
Glemser Technologies
Glemser Technologies specializes in Documentum- and SharePoint-based content management systems, global pharmaceutical labeling applications, and computerized system validation. They have an SPL (structured product labeling) application that works with Arbortext.

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