There are ways that the average user can directly impact data exchange effectiveness. Obviously, one area where you can influence the process is by becoming better informed and prepared.

There are other ways the user can directly influence the effectiveness of data exchange, such as:
1) Validating the data before sending it onto customers/suppliers.

2) Learning the proper settings for configuration switches on translators which can be accomplished through experience, by looking in your user documentation or by contacting your vendor.

3) Adopting guidelines for creating CAD/CAM/CAE files, which will vary from user to user and as a result of trial and error.

4) Increasing functionality of IGES processors.

5) Discussing IGES capabilities with vendors.

6) Increasing your knowledge of IGES by taking a course or learning the IGES specification.

7) Employing a CAD model repair tool.