JT Open is a unique program to help members leverage the benefits of open collaboration across the extended enterprise through the adoption of the JT format, a technology that makes it possible to view and share product information throughout the product lifecycle.

To promote JT as the preferred data format for visualization, collaboration and data-sharing, providing process efficiencies using JT-enabled applications through a level playing field business model, with membership open to any manufacturing company, commercial software development company, standard making body, industry interest group and academic institution.