MSC.Software, a provider of simulation software, has announced that Ford Motor has signed a new agreement, extending their engineering simulation and innovation using its products.

Under the new agreement, Ford will continue to use both MSC Nastran and Adams as their standard simulation tools allowing them to bring better products to market more quickly, meeting the competitive business demands of the current automotive market.

Bill Weyand, CEO of MSC.Software, said: We are proud that Ford has chosen MSC.Software’s simulation solutions to meet their business needs and drive value for their customers. The continuation of their investment in our industry leading technology speaks well to our rich history of simulation innovation and our commitment to meeting evolving market needs.

MSC.Software is a key player of enterprise simulation applications which help companies save time and reduce costs associated with designing and testing manufactured products. MSC.Software works with companies across industries to develop better products faster by utilising information technology, software, services and systems.

MSC.Software also provides Jaguar Land Rover with MD and SimManager as well as with core engineering products including MSC Nastran and Adams to optimise their simulation processes.

Bill Weyand stated: Business is extremely competitive for automotive manufacturers and it is a testament to our solutions ROI value when companies see the success of enterprise simulation installations and recognize how their businesses can also be making better products faster and at a lower cost by adopting our solutions.”