Aveva PCM (Point Cloud Manager)

Aveva PCM (Point Cloud Manager) is a modern software solution by Aveva for managing, visualising, and utilising point cloud data collected through laser scanning. It serves as the successor to Aveva LFM, incorporating updated technology and workflows for large-scale 3D data handling.

Aveva PCM enables users to import, register, clean, and analyse vast point cloud datasets efficiently. It supports high-resolution visualisation of scanned environments and seamless integration with design platforms such as Aveva E3D. The software allows design engineers, asset managers, and project teams to use real-world data as a digital reference for retrofit projects, inspections, and clash detection.

The tool is commonly used in industries such as oil & gas, energy, and process plant engineering, where accurate as-built data is critical for planning and maintenance. PCM enhances digital twin development by linking captured reality directly to engineering workflows.

See also: Aveva E3D, Aveva LFD, Aveva LFM, Laser scanning, Point cloud, Industrial design