What is PTC/USER?

PTC/USER is the independent voice for users of software produced by PTC of Needham, Massachusetts. PTC/USER is the sole entity recognized by PTC as the official worldwide representative of its customers.

Is PTC/USER part of PTC?

No. We are an independent, not-for-profit corporation, organized by volunteers from companies owning PTC products.

What is PTC/USER's mission?

PTC/USER has a three-fold mission:

• Support customers of PTC through our extensive network of dedicated users.  These communities get together through Regional User Groups (RUG's,) meet at LiveWorx and exchange over 100,000 email messages a year through PTC Community.
• Educate - Through our file library and our participation in LiveWorx events partnering with PTC to vet the content for these events.
• Advocate - Through executive meetings with PTC management and through our Technical Committees and Working Groups.

What are the Technical Communities?

We also sponsor Technical Committees (TCs). The communities are composed of volunteers from the membership, who work closely with PTC's Solution Managers to direct future software development. This has been a very successful program, with approximately 80% of member suggestions appearing as product enhancements. Communities meet several times each year, including at least one face to face meeting to facilitate interaction with PTC's development staff.

Does PTC/USER have local groups?

There are regional user groups worldwide associated with PTC/USER. These independent organizations create the opportunity for Creo (formerly Pro/ENGINEER,) Windchill, Arbortext, Integrity, Servigistics, ThingWorx and other users in a city or region to meet with each other and exchange information.

How do members communicate?

In addition to meetings and conferences, PTC/USER Partners with PTC on an extensive network of discussion forums. These forums utilize web forums to allow members and non-members alike to share news and technical information.

Who can join PTC/USER?

Anyone who owns, or works for a company that owns, at least one seat of a PTC product may join.

Why should I join PTC/USER?

By joining PTC/USER, you can participate in our Technical Committee, attend our events and take advantage of our content, Webcasts and Web Panels with more being added soon.

How much does membership cost?

Membership is free.

How do I sign up?

Click here to access the online registration form