“Which file is the latest?”
Copies spread across local folders, network shares, and email attachments. The result is uncertainty about what is current, approved, or ready for release.
Cloud PDM for SolidWorks teams
Sibe Free Trial — Get Easy Cloud PDM & Version Control Risk-Free
Stop losing engineering time to slow local servers, VPN friction, shared folders, and spreadsheet-based tracking. Sibe is a collaboration-first cloud PDM and CAD document management platform built around the SolidWorks workflow.
No credit card required
No server provisioning
No VPN required
Native SolidWorks add-in
Sibe workspace
Pump Assembly — Rev B
Released
Part / itemRev.QtyStatus
100-0001 HousingB1Released
100-0027 ShaftA1Released
100-0107 M6 × 20A12Released
100-0155 SealC2Review
Current site review · Product and trial details were checked against official Sibe sources on 15 August 2026.
14 daysTry Sibe without a credit card
< 20 minutesConnect a SolidWorks workspace quickly
Browser-basedShare designs with non-CAD stakeholders
Cloud-firstNo customer-managed PDM servers or VPNs
The problem
Your CAD workflow should not depend on file chasing.
Shared folders and Excel can get a team started. But once multiple engineers, managers, suppliers, or manufacturing partners touch the same product, version drift and manual handoffs become expensive.
Outcome: A controlled source of truth makes the current, approved design easier to identify before it reaches manufacturing or an external reviewer.
Manual BOM maintenance
Engineers end up copying part numbers, descriptions, quantities, and revisions into spreadsheets, then repeating that work after design changes.
PDM that feels like an IT project
Traditional on-premise deployments can involve servers, databases, administration, VPN access, and implementation work before engineers see the workflow benefit.
Start in minutes
What Is the Sibe Free Trial?
The Sibe free trial is a 14-day evaluation with no credit card required. Start with a real project, connect SolidWorks, and replace static trackers with one living cloud workspace for CAD data and collaboration.
Outcome: A short evaluation on real engineering data shows whether the workflow reduces file chasing without forcing a full enterprise PDM rollout.
1
Create your workspace
Sign up with your work email, create the workspace, and begin evaluating the workflow without provisioning a customer-managed PDM server.
2
Connect SolidWorks
Install Sibe’s native SolidWorks add-in and keep version control and check-in/check-out aligned with the CAD workflow your engineers already use.
3
Test it on a real assembly
Check in a representative assembly, inspect versions and references, generate product data, and share a browser review with someone outside CAD.
Eligibility and getting started: Any engineering team using SolidWorks can evaluate Sibe. There is no special server hardware requirement for the cloud setup; the practical starting point is a workspace, a compatible SolidWorks installation, and the native add-in.
Flagship capabilities
Everything you need to manage CAD data without an enterprise PDM rollout.
Sibe brings SolidWorks version control, revision workflows, structured product data, and browser-based collaboration into one cloud environment.
Outcome: Version control, structured product data, and browser reviews stay connected to the same SolidWorks workflow.
Automatic Indented BOM Generation
Sibe follows an “assembly is the BOM” philosophy. When a managed assembly is checked in, Sibe can read its SolidWorks references, organize the product structure into an indented BOM, and expose relevant metadata without asking engineers to maintain a second list by hand.
- Build BOM structure from assembly references.
- Keep quantities meaningful across nested subassemblies.
- Surface SolidWorks custom properties such as part numbers, descriptions, and materials.
- Reduce duplicate data entry between engineering and downstream teams.
Cloud Version Control & Web-Based Design Reviews
Use the native SolidWorks integration for check-in/check-out and version history, then bring non-CAD stakeholders into a browser-based review workflow. That makes the current design easier to inspect without requiring every reviewer to own a SolidWorks seat.
- Check-in/check-out to reduce accidental overwrites.
- Track who changed a file, when it changed, and the version history.
- Roll back to previous versions when needed.
- Share browser-based 2D and 3D reviews tied to the relevant design version.
Reference-Aware CAD Management
SolidWorks assemblies are networks of related files, not isolated documents. Sibe is designed to work with those references so the workspace reflects the structure engineering actually creates.
- Manage part and subassembly relationships.
- Inspect file dependencies and structured metadata.
- Keep design data usable as projects move between teams.
Revision Workflows That Stay Visible
Move designs through clear states instead of relying on filenames or spreadsheet notes to communicate what is in progress, in review, or released.
- Track versions and revisions.
- Use release workflows to make status visible.
- Create a clearer audit trail for design changes and approvals.
Cloud CAD management
Cloud PDM for SolidWorks, built around the way engineers work.
Sibe brings cloud CAD management, SolidWorks version control, CAD file management, and browser-based collaboration into one shared workspace. Keep engineering data connected to the product workflow instead of scattering versions, approvals, and product information across folders and email.
SolidWorks version control without the server burden
Use the native SolidWorks add-in to check files in and out, reduce accidental overwrites, and keep a visible history of who changed a file and when. Engineers can work from the same current version without relying on filenames or folder conventions.
- Check in and check out parts, drawings, and subassemblies.
- Track version history and roll back when needed.
- Make the current design state easier to find.
Revision approval workflows for engineering changes
Move files from In Progress to Pending Approval and then to Released when a decision is complete. Keep release notes and approval history with the design so manufacturing and suppliers can work from the approved revision.
- Make review and release status visible.
- Keep change decisions tied to the relevant version.
- Lock released revisions against accidental edits.
3D design collaboration and secure external sharing
Share controlled browser views of 3D models and 2D drawings with project managers, customers, suppliers, and other non-CAD stakeholders. Reviewers can inspect the version you choose without needing a SolidWorks license.
- Support browser-based design reviews.
- Keep feedback tied to the design version under review.
- Use role-based access for external collaboration.
BOM management and structured CAD product data
Use the assembly structure as the starting point for product data. Bring part numbers, descriptions, materials, quantities, and other SolidWorks metadata into a more useful BOM workflow.
- Work with nested assemblies and product structure.
- Reduce duplicate data entry between engineering and purchasing.
- Prepare structured exports for downstream manufacturing workflows.
Designed for remote engineering collaboration: Sibe connects SolidWorks workflows with a cloud workspace so distributed teams can review progress, share IP-protected designs, and keep decisions visible without a VPN.
Built for engineering collaboration
One cloud workspace for everyone around the CAD model.
Cloud CAD management is most useful when engineering, project management, purchasing, quality, and suppliers can work from the same controlled product definition. Sibe gives each role the context it needs without asking every stakeholder to install SolidWorks.
Explore the workflow: Start with cloud CAD management for SolidWorks, then review CAD file management, revision approval, BOM management, remote engineering collaboration, and SolidWorks PDM migration.
One product definition
From assembly to BOM to browser review — without rebuilding the information.
Sibe is built around the CAD data your engineers already create. The goal is to reduce reconciliation work between engineering, purchasing, project management, and manufacturing.
Assembly → structured BOM → review → release
Use the real assembly as the starting point, then expose the right information to the people who need it downstream.
- Check in the assembly from SolidWorks.
- Inspect product structure and custom properties in the cloud workspace.
- Share the current design for browser-based review.
- Track versions and release status as the design evolves.
- Export structured BOM data for downstream spreadsheet workflows.
Part / itemRevisionQtyStatus
100-0001 HousingB1Released
100-0027 ShaftA1Released
100-0107 M6 × 20A12Released
100-0155 SealC2Review
Trial strategy
Maximizing Your 14-Day Sibe Trial — Expert Tips
Do not test a PDM platform on a clean demo folder. Use the assembly that currently creates the most friction. That is where version control, structured BOMs, and collaboration become measurable.
Start with a messy, real assembly
Choose a representative assembly with repeated hardware, subassemblies, custom properties, drawings, and the references your team normally worries about.
- Check it into Sibe on day one.
- Inspect the resulting structure and metadata.
- Make a real design change and verify the version history.
- Share the current design with a non-CAD reviewer.
Pull Custom Properties into Your BOM Instantly
Map the properties your team already maintains in SolidWorks — such as materials, part numbers, descriptions, project identifiers, or revision-related data — into useful downstream fields.
- Make engineering metadata visible outside the CAD window.
- Keep manufacturing-oriented attributes consistent.
- Add non-modeled items such as packaging or adhesives where your process requires them.
Bring Purchasing and Project Managers into the Loop
Non-CAD stakeholders should not have to request screenshots or ask an engineer to re-export a spreadsheet every time they need to inspect a product definition. Use browser-based collaboration and role-based access so the right people can review product data without installing CAD software.
EngineeringVersion control, references, revisions, and check-in/check-out.
Project managementCurrent versions, review status, and design progress.
PurchasingProduct structure and BOM information in the browser.
Suppliers / clientsShared 2D and 3D reviews without a SolidWorks seat.
A practical alternative to shared drives
Move from file chasing to a controlled cloud PDM workflow.
Shared folders can be familiar, but they leave teams to manage version naming, review status, references, and approval decisions by hand. A cloud PDM workflow gives engineering teams a clearer way to manage CAD data as products become more complex.
Shared-drive friction
Teams search across folders, email threads, and spreadsheets to discover which SolidWorks file is current, approved, or ready for manufacturing.
- Version names carry too much responsibility.
- Approval decisions can disappear into email.
- External reviewers need manual exports or screenshots.
Cloud PDM control
Sibe connects version control, revision approval, product data, and browser-based collaboration around the SolidWorks workflow your team already knows.
- Check in and check out files to reduce overwrites.
- Keep review state and release history visible.
- Share selected designs securely with non-CAD stakeholders.
Workflow comparison
Shared-drive workflow vs cloud PDM
| Workflow need | Shared folders | Cloud PDM workflow |
|---|---|---|
| Current design | Teams search folder names, email, and filenames. | Version history and check-in/check-out show the working state. |
| Review status | Approval decisions can remain in messages or spreadsheets. | Revision status and release history stay with the design. |
| Downstream access | Engineers export screenshots or duplicate BOM data. | Authorized stakeholders use browser review and structured product data. |
Ready to go deeper? Compare the workflow in CAD file management and SolidWorks revision approval.
After the trial
What Happens After Your Sibe Free Trial Ends?
The trial is designed to help your team make an informed decision on real engineering work. Before continuing, review the current Sibe plan that fits your team and confirm the workflow and storage model you need.
FAQ
Sibe Free Trial FAQs
Clear answers for engineering teams evaluating cloud PDM for SolidWorks.
How long does the Sibe free trial last?
The Sibe free trial lasts 14 days. Sibe currently promotes the trial as a no-credit-card evaluation with quick setup.
Do I need a credit card to sign up?
No. Sibe states that no credit card is required to start the 14-day trial.
Does Sibe require on-premise servers or a VPN?
No. Sibe is cloud-based, so customer-managed PDM servers are not required for the cloud setup, and remote access does not depend on a VPN.
Can I export the automatically generated BOM to Excel?
Sibe supports BOM management and file exports for downstream workflows. Confirm the exact export format and current plan capabilities for your specific manufacturing workflow.
Can non-CAD users access Sibe to review designs?
Yes. Sibe supports browser-based 2D and 3D collaboration, allowing non-CAD stakeholders and external partners to review shared designs without needing a SolidWorks seat.
What is cloud CAD management for SolidWorks?
Cloud CAD management organizes SolidWorks files, references, versions, revisions, and collaboration in a shared online workspace instead of relying only on local folders or on-premise infrastructure.
How does SolidWorks version control prevent overwrites?
A check-in/check-out workflow makes the editing owner visible and helps prevent two engineers from changing the same file at the same time. Each check-in can create a new version with a record of the change.
Can suppliers review a SolidWorks design without SolidWorks?
A secure browser-based review link can let external stakeholders inspect a shared 3D model or drawing without installing SolidWorks. Commenting and download controls depend on workspace permissions and plan settings.
Start with one real assembly
Take control of your CAD data today.
Create your 14-day Sibe free trial, connect your SolidWorks environment, check in one representative assembly, and see how version control, structured BOM management, revision workflows, and browser-based design reviews fit your real engineering process.
Independent review context
What one G2 reviewer highlighted.
A public G2 review describes clearer cloud version control, easier browser access for external partners and non-technical team members, and less back-and-forth when sharing files. The same review notes that notification controls could be refined. This is one external review, not a universal claim or customer-rating guarantee.
How to evaluate SibeProof point Workflow outcome Trust signal
Key takeaways for evaluating Sibe
In plain English: Sibe is a cloud-first workspace for SolidWorks version control, CAD file management, revision approvals, BOM/product data, and browser-based collaboration. The fastest way to judge fit is to test one representative assembly rather than evaluating a clean demo folder.
14-day evaluation
The published product positioning describes a 14-day free trial with no credit card required. Confirm current terms on the official pricing page.
Official pricing and trial detailsOne controlled definition
Check-in/check-out, version history, approvals, BOM structure, and browser review can be evaluated around the same SolidWorks project.
Cloud CAD management overviewEvidence-led review
Sibe publishes product, security, company, demo, pricing, and methodology resources so teams can verify plan-specific or security-sensitive claims.
Editorial methodology- Best starting point
- Use an assembly with references, repeated parts, custom properties, drawings, and a real review dependency.
- What to measure
- Record how quickly the team finds the current revision, checks BOM structure, invites a reviewer, and traces the release decision.
- What remains to verify
- Confirm current plan limits, supported file formats, export behavior, and permissions through the official Sibe route.
- Step 1. Start with one representative SolidWorks assembly.
- Step 2. Connect the add-in and verify references, version history, metadata, and review status.
- Step 3. Invite a non-CAD reviewer and compare the handoff with the team’s current folder or spreadsheet process.
We wrote this as a practical explanation of Sibe’s public product positioning. It is not a customer performance claim or a case study. Read the Ask Sibe endpoint for an informational answer or use the official source linked above for current details.
Questions welcome
Want a clearer answer?
Ask a focused question about the topic on this page. Sibe’s public information endpoint will point you to the relevant published source.
For plan limits and current commercial details, confirm the linked official Sibe source.
Sources we checked
We prepared this page from Sibe’s public product and company information, checking product descriptions against the homepage, About, demo, security, pricing, and relevant feature documentation.
Reviewed 15 August 2026. Verify plan-specific details and current availability on the official Sibe pages linked below.
Official product overview · About and team · Demo and expert review · Security · Pricing