Président, AFNeT Services
Jean Brangé is a founding member of the EXPRESS Language Foundation and Président of AFNeT Services, a French organization focused on digital interoperability standards for industry.
Current Roles
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Convenor, ISO/TC 184/SC 4/WG 21
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Président, AFNeT Services (since 2021) — SaaS solutions for standards-based interoperability
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Leads the EasySTEP and STEP Next initiatives:
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A universal, free, and open-source STEP viewer (Apache 2.0)
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Full support for STEP formats (AP242, AP209, AP210, PLCS)
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Community-driven vision with no vendor lock-in
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Leads the TDP Message standardization project for European Aerospace and Defence
Previous Roles
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Associé, Boost SAS (2004–2021)
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Directeur, AFNeT (2000–2011)
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Enseignant, École Spéciale d’Architecture (1999–2007)
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Computer Simulations, RFR (1992–1995)
Background
With a background in architecture and mathematics, Jean brings a unique perspective bridging building design and industrial data exchange. He is a leading figure in the STEP community in Europe, particularly around STEP AP242 and long-term digital archiving (LOTAR).
His specialties include PLM, secured collaboration, management of large projects, simulations, STEP, and ISO 8000.