Smart® Materials & Reference Data

Smart® Materials and Smart® Reference Data are integrated solutions that optimize the management of materials and reference data for EPC projects. Smart® Materials is a collaborative platform that covers the entire materials lifecycle, from initial cost estimation to site management.
Smart® Reference Data, in turn, centralizes the management of catalog and piping specifications, enabling global data sharing and centralized control.
Smart® Materials standardizes data and information across departments, contractors, and subcontractors, aiming to reduce costs and accelerate project timelines. Smart® Reference Data simplifies change management and exception handling through a centralized database accessible from anywhere.
These solutions are designed for EPC companies and plant owners who need to efficiently manage materials and technical project data.
- Smart® Materials is used by project managers, procurement professionals, engineers, and other supply chain stakeholders.
- Smart® Reference Data is intended for design engineers, data managers, and specialists who require accurate catalog information and up-to-date technical specifications.
- Oil & Gas
- Chemicals
- Power Generation (Nuclear, Thermal, Renewable)
- Heavy Industrial Plant Construction
- Engineering Services
Benefits
Reduced project costs
and timelines
Smart® Materials optimizes materials management to minimize labor hours, surpluses, and shortages. Reference Data standardizes content to lower costs and streamline workflows.
Improved risk
management
The software reduces the risk of errors and delays through centralized data control, enabling proactive exception handling and enhanced reliability.
Global collaboration
and data reuse
Both solutions support global work-sharing and data reuse across the plant lifecycle.
Efficient materials
and supplier management
Smart® Materials provides tools for managing bills of materials, requisitions, suppliers, and purchasing—with secure online supplier access.
Optimized construction
planning and execution
The software forecasts material availability against work package demand to support timely construction and minimize delays.
Comprehensive subcontract
management
Smart® Materials supports subcontract lifecycle management, including planning, bid evaluation, and progress tracking.
Standardized Reference
Data
Smart® Reference Data ensures consistency by leveraging international and corporate standards at both company and project levels.
Integration with design
and procurement systems
Reference Data integrates with Smart® 3D, Smart® P&ID, Smart® Isometrics, CADWorx®, PDS, PDMS, SAP R/3, and other systems to ensure data integrity.
Data accuracy and
consistency
Smart® Reference Data minimizes inconsistent or duplicate data with a single point of entry, ensuring consistency across teams and systems.