Make the Switch from Arena

Arena is getting limited support from PTC—and customers are feeling it.

With PTC prioritizing other solutions, Arena users are frustrated with underinvestment and strategic neglect. No one wants to invest in a platform whose future has been called into question. That's why so many have made the switch to Propel.

Price Hikes

Arena’s hidden costs combined with its product gaps add up to a doomed investment from the start. In short, Arena has become a high-cost, low-yield asset.

User Frustrations

With PTC resources funneled to higher priority PLMs, Arena’s innovation is stalled. Users who’ve been frustrated with clunky functionality will need to get used to it—or leave.

Lack of Innovation

Instead of a proven foundation, Arena maintains a custom platform, meaning every minute spent on infrastructure is a minute not spent on innovation.

Compare Arena to Propel

Arena

Native AI

Arena

Third Party AI

Propel

Built-in AI with Propel One

Authentication

Arena

Must create & maintain Auth integrations

Propel

Most Auth tools integrate with platform

Innovation & Development

Arena

Not on Atlas, PTC’s next gen platform

Propel

Platform R&D budget in the $ billions

UI Flexibility

Arena

Limited Extensibility

Propel

Low Code, No Code, or Full Code

Analytics

Arena

Third party providers at additional cost

Propel

Custom dashboards & rich analytics included

Clear Pricing

Arena

Surprise add-ons and price hikes

Propel

100% cost transparency

Propel’s solution is easily customized without added expense, giving our finance and executive teams peace of mind with Propel spending.

Karthik Jaikumar | Former Arena User | VAST Data

The look and feel of Propel is so much better than Arena. We love that we are able to have our key suppliers come into the system to approve changes.

Jeff Hudgens | Former Arena User | Sentient Energy

The ROI was immediate with Propel. Processes that used to take months, now literally take days to accomplish and the communication across teams is incredible.

Michael Farr | Former Arena User | MSA Safety

VAST Data: From Arena to Propel in 5 Weeks

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Quick Migration Delivers Speedy Business Value

With just five weeks of runway left to move from Arena to Propel, VAST began its implementation. Propel’s easy-to-use single platform enabled VAST to configure existing features or add new ones, without the worry of cost overruns.

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FAQ

Why do I need to make a change from Arena?

Arena is no longer a strategic focus for its parent company, PTC—meaning limited innovation, inconsistent pricing, and minimal support. Customers are growing more frustrated with configurability, analytics, and outdated technology. If you’re experiencing these issues, it’s a sign your business has outgrown what Arena can deliver.

Why should I consider Propel?

Propel offers a modern, AI-enabled platform built to unify PLM, QMS, and PIM on a single cloud-native solution. With powerful configurability, seamless supplier collaboration, and faster deployment times, Propel helps manufacturers accelerate innovation, reduce costs, and connect product data across the entire lifecycle—from concept to customer.

What's the difference between configure and customize?

Configuration means tailoring the system to your needs using built-in tools—no coding or costly development required. Customization typically involves writing code, hiring services, and dealing with higher costs and maintenance. Propel is designed for no-code and low-code configuration, so you get flexibility without the expense or risk of traditional customizations.

How long does it take to switch from Arena to Propel?

Most companies are up and running on Propel within 4 to 12 weeks. In fact, VAST Data successfully migrated from Arena in just five weeks using Propel’s JetStart implementation. Our intuitive platform and guided onboarding make it easy to configure what you need—fast—without the risk of costly delays or overruns.

Arena is getting limited support from PTC—and customers are feeling it.

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