--- canonical: "https://www.softatlas.io/ptc/products/creo-elements-direct" name: "Creo Elements/Direct" provider: "PTC" category: "Developer & Engineering / DevOps / Simulation Software" review_count: 0 ai_powered: false website: "https://www.ptc.com/en/products/creo/elements-direct" updated: "2026-07-14" --- # Creo Elements/Direct By [PTC](/ptc.md) Creo Elements/Direct is a direct modeling CAD system for mechanical engineers and designers, enabling quick creation and repurposing of designs to shorten time to market. ## Features - Create 3D models using direct modeling techniques - Repurpose existing designs quickly - Integrate product data management into the design process - Incorporate multi-CAD data from partners or suppliers - Perform finite element analysis on product designs - Design and manage large assemblies efficiently - Create and manage electrical cables and harnesses - Share and collaborate on designs securely across the organization ## Built for DEVELOPERS Source: https://www.softatlas.io/ptc/products/creo-elements-direct