Oracle has released a Product Lifecycle Management app for the iPad.

The solution allows users to access PLM data on their Apple device and use it to gain insights about the efficacy of processes and strategies being employed to create their product.

The PLM Mobile for Agile application represents a foray from Oracle into mobile working, and the company claims the app will also enable customers to quickly and easily develop and expand applications and processes for Agile PLM customers.

John Kelley, VP of Oracle’s product value chain strategy, said: "Optimising all aspects of the product lifecycle gives organisations the opportunity to boost their competitive edge by driving process efficiency, accelerating innovation and ensuring quality control.

"With the introduction of Oracle’s PLM Mobile for Agile, Oracle has made it easier than ever to securely access and manage PLM data at any time or from any location.

"This flexibility drives efficiencies across the product lifecycle by supporting strategic and operational decision making and product innovation."