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Tech Tip: Easy Mesh Configuration Options in Structural FEA/FEM
22 September 2023Advance Design, Structural design
The functions offered in the Advance Design surface property sheet enable users to specify mesh configurations to meet each project’s…
The Surprising Importance of BIM in Construction
21 September 2023BIM, Collaboration, Construction, Digital Transformation, Revit
Digital transformation has already swept through a number of industries, and now BIM processes are making a significant impact on…
PRESS RELEASE: Applied Software Awarded Manufacturing Specializations
20 September 2023Manufacturing, Press Release
Applied Software, Graitec Group has announced it was recently awarded the Autodesk Cloud Specializations for PLM (product lifecycle management) and…
How Digital Transformation Can Help Address Increasing Water Demands
20 September 2023Digital Transformation, Innovyze, Water/Wastewater
digital technologies have already proven to be effective in increasing the efficiency and resilience of water utility operations.
Expert High-Trust and Low-Trust Collaboration Using BIM Collaborate Pro
19 September 2023Autodesk Construction Cloud, Collaboration, Design
how to expertly handle the two types of collaboration environments you will encounter in your projects when using BIM Collaborate…
What the New Applied Software Manufacturing Specializations Mean to You
18 September 2023Autodesk Software, Digital Transformation, Manufacturing
Manufacturing specializations differentiate Autodesk partners based on their proven ability to deliver on desired customer outcomes.
PowerPack for Revit: Renumber Everything!
15 September 2023BIM, PowerPack, Revit
GRAITEC PowerPack for Revit was designed to provide you with a fully configurable automatic Numbering Tool according to your criteria.
Tech Tip: Generate a Table of Forces in Advance Design
14 September 2023Advance Design, Structural design
With the new "result tables" function in Advance Design 2023 and the subsequent versions of the software, we can now…
PowerPack for Revit: Export Revit Schedules to Excel
14 September 2023BIM, PowerPack, Revit
PowerPack for Revit Link to Excel feature allows you to export existing schedules to Excel or create new ones. The…
3 Important Facets of Project Management
13 September 2023Connected Construction, Construction, Digital Transformation
the ultimate goal of construction project management is getting it completed successfully to the customer’s specifications, while saving time and…
Construction Appreciation: 16 Amazing Construction Industry Statistics
12 September 2023Construction
The companies and people involved in construction affect every person’s daily life, from community to sanitation, energy production to transportation…
How to Better Navigate Through Your 3D Model
12 September 2023BIM, PowerPack, Revit
GRAITEC PowerPack has been developed with a set of tools aimed at enhancing element visibility and search capabilities within a…
Tech Tip: Create a New Camera Type for PowerPack
11 September 2023Advance Steel, PowerPack
using Autodesk Advance Steel, you can create custom camera types suited to your company standards. If you are using GRAITEC…
Tech Tip: Autodesk Account – New Team Feature
7 September 2023Autodesk Software
On August 15, 2023, Autodesk introduced an improvement to Autodesk Account teams, so new purchases will no longer be automatically…
10 Significant Manufacturing Facilities Under Construction in the U.S.
6 September 2023Construction, Digital Transformation, Manufacturing
the surge in construction spending for manufacturing facilities is being driven by demand for computer, electronic and electrical products, now…
Tech Tip: How to Get Seismic Results by Mode in Advance Design
4 September 2023Advance Design, Structural design
When using Advance Design, in some cases, it is crucial to have seismic results (displacements, forces, stresses, and resulting forces…
Autodesk Changes 2-Step Verification from SMS to Authenticator App
1 September 2023autodesk, Autodesk Software, Services & Support
Authenticator apps provide better security and operate independently of your phone network, ensuring consistent accessibility. Authenticator apps use software tokens…
How to generate EC3 global imperfections on columns
30 August 2023Advance Design, AEC, Architecture and Engineering, Design, Structural design
According to EC3, in some cases it is necessary to take into account global imperfections in order to consider possible…
How Interoperability of 6 Construction Products Can Improve Digital Skills
28 August 2023Autodesk Construction Cloud, Autodesk Software, Construction, Digital Transformation
some companies need to improve the digital skills of their staff. The easiest way to do that is with software…
4 Remarkable Ways to Overcome Market Pressure on Your Factory
25 August 2023Digital Transformation, Manufacturing
Facing market pressure, engineers and managers are telling Ben they have optimized their product and manufacturing design process with hundreds…
How to Achieve the Best Design-Build Collaboration
24 August 2023AEC, BIM, Collaboration, Construction, Design
On design-build projects, collaboration is essential to success. Using Autodesk Revit in a building information modeling (BIM) process makes that…
7 Ways to Streamline Your Manufacturing Operations
23 August 2023Data, Digital Transformation, Manufacturing
everyone can benefit from streamlined manufacturing operations, with benefits that include less waste, faster production, improved quality, and lower costs.
Two Amazing Cloud-Based Tools to Make Project Management Easier
22 August 2023AEC, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Build, Construction, Project Management
The products on the Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC) platform like BIM Collaborate and Build enable you to use management tools…
Bluebeam: 10 Key Reasons It Outshines the Competition
21 August 2023Architecture and Engineering, Bluebeam, Construction
With its far-reaching and transformative influence, it's no surprise that over two million users worldwide place their trust in the…
How to Define User Coordinate System in Advance Design
17 August 2023Advance Design, Graitec
When using Advance Design, in some cases we may need to build our model or study results using a specific…
Revolutionizing Sustainability: Carbon Emission Estimations in Advance Design
16 August 2023Advance Design, Sustainability
Advance Design's innovative Finite Element Method (FEM) software, coupled with a new CO2 emission calculator, facilitates precise carbon factor measurements…
Importing and exporting the system tree in Advance Design
15 August 2023Advance Design, BIM, Graitec, Structural design
When working in GRAITEC Advance Design, the import/export function saves time during the creation of new models.
How Info360® Insight Improves Pump Maintenance
14 August 2023Autodesk Software, Innovyze, Water/Wastewater
Autodesk Info360 Insight is a cloud-based solution for water operations analytics, incident management and compliance reporting.
How to use and modify snap points in Advance Design
11 August 2023Advance Design, Graitec
By utilizing snap points, you can readily identify exact positions, making it easier to draw objects with improved accuracy and…
7 Trends That Will Affect Your AEC Workforce
10 August 2023AEC, Digital Transformation
AEC workforce: Workers are likely to be attracted to forward-thinking companies, whether it’s yours or a competitor’s. With the many…
10 Insider Tips to Drive a Successful BIM Implementation
9 August 2023AEC, BIM, Digital Transformation
To implement BIM, then, you need to take a different approach than what was done 30 years ago with CAD.…
Autodesk – Concurrent Use Prevention
8 August 2023autodesk, Autodesk Software, Services & Support
One of the more common ways to violate license compliance is to have AutoCAD running on two computers concurrently, with…
Discover Advance Design FEA for Advanced Supports
7 August 2023Advance Design, Construction, Structural design
In this technical article, modeling using nonlinear supports is investigated and compared to modeling without any nonlinearity occurring at supports.
Cheat Sheet: Plant 3D Project Permissions in Autodesk Docs
4 August 2023Autodesk Construction Cloud, Industrial and Plant, plant 3d
The Plant 3D team – David Wolfe, Kaleb Flowers and Owen Whitehouse – recently hunkered down to develop a procedure…
4 Surprising Manufacturer Benefits of Using Onyx
3 August 2023Construction, Manufacturing
However, there are changes in technology that are affecting your industry, and they might surprise you with their potential to…
Geometrical Non-linear Analysis in Advance Design
2 August 2023Advance Design, Design, Structural design
Advance Design: the modeling and analysis procedure for structures with geometrical non-linearity, using the P-Delta effect as an illustration
Remarkable Things You Should Know About Attracting and Keeping Employees
1 August 2023AEC, Construction, Digital Transformation
As most of us know from personal experience, work is not just about work anymore. It is becoming more about…
4 Authentic Ways to Improve AEC Collaboration
27 July 2023AEC, Collaboration, Connected Construction
Improved AEC collaboration and communication among project stakeholders requires breaking down the information silos that exist on projects. Even though…
VIDEO: Higher Quality in Less Time – PowerPack for Plant 3D
26 July 2023Industrial and Plant, plant 3d, PowerPack
If you’re looking for ways to get more productive work out of your day, you may want to join your…
Advance Steel Tip: How to Create a 5/8″ Diameter Threaded Rod
25 July 2023Advance Steel, Services & Support, Structural design
Step by step instructions for creating a 5/8" (Imperial units) diameter threaded rod in Autodesk Advance Steel.
5 Ways to Leverage Technology for Success in Your Construction Business
24 July 2023AEC, Bluebeam, Construction, Digital Transformation
This article explores ways technology can transform your construction business, helping you navigate these and other challenges, while seizing new…
Saving Time and Effort by Cloning Structural Rebar Drawings
20 July 2023Digital Transformation, PowerPack, Revit, Structural design
thrilled to introduce the structural industry to a game-changing innovation that promises to revolutionize structural design: Clone Drawings. This feature…
4 Ways Sustainable Construction Makes Good Business Sense
19 July 2023BIM, Digital Transformation, Sustainability
company leaders are finding that sustainable construction practices make good business sense by saving time, reducing waste, lowering costs, and…
5 Ways Structural Engineering Will Shift in the Next 5 Years
18 July 2023AEC, Architecture and Engineering, BIM, Structural design
Structural engineering is now seeing tremendous developments in the fields of information technology, computational methods, visualization technologies, and artificial intelligence.
Two Tricks for Straightforward Cost Management
17 July 2023AEC, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Connected Construction, Digital Transformation
Construction platforms like Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC) can help you improve your workflows, keep your teams aligned and transform cost…
Embracing Disruption: Navigating Transformative Changes in the AEC Industry
13 July 2023AEC, Digital Transformation
The true hurdle lies in the danger of complacency when confronted with disruptive innovation in engineering, design, and other sectors…
The Tenacious Hold Robotics Has on Manufacturing Automation
12 July 2023Digital Transformation, Manufacturing
The use of robotics for unsavory jobs enables people to perform more valuable and rewarding tasks.
How to Optimize Your Project Management Success in 5 Steps
11 July 2023Build, Construction, Project Management
how to optimize your project management with asset and progress tracking in Autodesk Build
Three Key Considerations for a Municipality’s Digital Workflows
6 July 2023Bluebeam, Digital Transformation, Government
key things to consider when thinking about making the switch to go paperless
6 Things You Need to Be Successful in Business
29 June 2023Construction, Digital Transformation, innovation, Uncategorized
practical advice about becoming a high achiever in the construction industry
Digital Factory: 2 Investments to Help Get Your Staff On Board
28 June 2023Digital Transformation, Manufacturing
Once you make the decision to transition to a digitalized factory, part of that success will depend on getting your…
Benefits of moving from AutoCAD workflow to Factory Design Utilities
27 June 2023Autodesk Software, Digital Transformation, Manufacturing
Factory Design Utilities software lets you plan and validate factory layouts for efficient equipment placement to improve production performance.
Unmatchable Productivity Boost with Clone ‘Rebar’ Drawings in Revit
26 June 2023Design, PowerPack, Revit, Structural design
For a productivity boost that is unmatchable, the newest version of PowerPack Rebar Detailing for Revit now offers the Clone…
How to Make the Complex Parts of Your Project Manageable
22 June 2023Advance Design, Structural design
two specialized tools that will help you efficiently design and analyze reinforced concrete elements in BIM
Harnessing the Power of Digitizing Quantity Takeoffs in Bluebeam
21 June 2023Bluebeam, Construction, Digital Transformation
Traditional manual methods of quantifying materials and estimating costs have given way to modern digital tools that streamline the process…
Clone Drawings for Rebar: Revit Functionality Engineers Have Been Waiting For
20 June 2023Drawings, PowerPack, Revit, Structural design
Now engineers and reinforced concrete detailers can unlock the potential for enhanced efficiency and time savings with a new feature…
Tech Tip: Turning Off Punch Marks in Shear Plate Connections in Advance Steel
15 June 2023Advance Steel, Architecture and Engineering, Autodesk Software
if you do not need to have punch marks shown on shear plate connections, it can be quite tedious turning…
4 Ways to Make Revit Work Better for You with PowerPack
14 June 2023AEC, Architecture and Engineering, PowerPack, Revit
You can boost the productivity of your design team by providing Revit add-on tools that help with modeling, documentation and…
Welcome to Better Workflows: Advance Design 2024
13 June 2023Advance Design, Architecture, Architecture and Engineering
Optimize your design and structural analysis processes and gain new computing capabilities with the newly released GRAITEC Advance Design 2024.…
4 Digital Innovations Making Construction More Efficient
13 June 2023AEC, Collaboration, Computational Design, Construction, Data
The expanding market of digital innovation is providing construction companies with tools to operate more efficiently.
Tech Tip: How to Rename Project Setting User Attributes in Advance Steel
12 June 2023Advance Steel, autodesk, Construction, Digital Transformation
Advance Steel Tip: Following is the process to rename the User Attribute prompts to help you remember what info to…
5 Ways Wood Framing Software Saves You Money in Construction
8 June 2023Architecture and Engineering, Construction, Design, Sustainability
With wood framing software, you can produce accurate framing for floors, walls and roofing in a fraction of the time.
8 Ways to Streamline Your Construction Projects
7 June 2023AEC, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Collaboration, Construction
Streamlining your construction projects is increasingly important as pressure builds on you and your peers in the industry to accomplish…
Tech Tip: Installing PowerPack for Advance Steel
6 June 2023Advance Steel, PowerPack
watch the following video for the step-by-step procedure to download, install and activate the standalone PowerPack for Advance Steel 2023…
Tech Tip: How to Create Sloped Curved Handrails in Advance Steel
5 June 2023Advance Steel, autodesk, PowerPack, Uncategorized
If you find yourself struggling on modeling sloped curved handrails, following is a general workflow on how to approach it.
3 Ways to Get Better Control of Your Steel Production
1 June 2023Advance Workshop, Construction, Fabrication, Manufacturing
GRAITEC Advance Workshop is a manufacturing execution system designed especially for steel fabricators and steel service centers
5 Ways to Make the Move from 2D to BIM Less Scary
31 May 2023BIM, Digital Transformation, Revit
In the industry, there are still basic misconceptions about BIM and how it should be implemented. Following are 5 ways…
2 Powerful Analysis Objects in Advance Design for FEM Analysis
30 May 2023Advance Design, BIM, Graitec, Structural design
See 2 useful and powerful additional analysis objects in GRAITEC Advance Design – FEM analysis software
Tech Tip: DXF/NC file naming conflict in Advance Steel
25 May 2023Advance Steel, AEC, Autodesk Software, IT Services
If you are running into an issue with Advance Steel overwriting certain DXF or NC files, here is how to…
Why Investment in Sustainable Water Supplies is Becoming Critical
24 May 2023Innovyze, Sustainability, Uncategorized, Water/Wastewater
businesses and communities are investing in new, sustainable forms of water supply to ensure safe drinking water, as well as…
Why Our Sudden Appetite for Mass Timber is Helping Construction
23 May 2023AEC, Construction, Sustainability
On a continent that is 50% forested, as North America is, an appetite for mass timber construction not only makes…
Tech Tip: Danger Will Robinson! GA Detail Lost in Paper Space!
22 May 2023Advance Steel, Autodesk Software, IT Services, Structural design
If your views are being inserted outside the page frame, you may have customized an Imperial template and are using…
Data Skills You Need for the Digital Factory
19 May 2023Autodesk Software, Data, Digital Transformation, Inventor, Manufacturing, PowerPack, Vault
A data strategy is an important part of a manufacturing operation. Before a project even begins, it should be decided…
6 Steps to Streamline Your Civil 3D Drainage Design Workflows
18 May 2023Autodesk Software, Civil 3D, Innovyze
The Extended Property Sets feature of InfoDrainage enables you to reduce manual data entry when doing costing, construction drawings, clash…
Tech Tip: How to Exclude Letters in Grids in Advance Steel
17 May 2023Advance Steel, AEC, IT Services
If you’re using Autodesk Advance Steel and need to control what letters are used in grids, following is the way…
Machine Learning: 3 Things Construction & Manufacturing Have in Common
16 May 2023Architecture and Engineering, Computational Design, Construction, Data, Digital Transformation, innovation, Manufacturing
Machine learning (ML) can help improve the jobs of people in a variety of industries, including construction and manufacturing.
5 BIM Steps Used for Heritage Reconstruction of Notre-Dame Cathedral
15 May 2023Architecture and Engineering, Autodesk Software, BIM, BIM workflow, Connected Construction, Construction, Revit
building information modeling (BIM) was used to fulfill an important role in the restoration of Notre-Dame
5 Ways You Can Connect Critical Construction Workflows
12 May 2023autodesk, Autodesk Software, BIM, Build, Collaboration, Connected Construction, Construction, Digital Transformation, Project Collaboration, Project Management
companies have access to innovations and technology that can improve productivity and design processes and simplify project management.
Tech Tip: Manage Your Structure with Advance Steel Workplanes
11 May 2023Advance Steel, AEC, Autodesk Software, IT Services, Structural design
how to utilize the Advance Steel Project Explorer Workplanes to save time and enhance efficiency by moving elements and attaching…
Tech Tip: How to Exclude Certain Letters for Numbering in Advance Steel
10 May 2023Advance Steel, AEC, IT Services
If you're using Advance Steel and need to control what letters are used for numbering, following is the way to…
P&ID Challenges: Valves, Line Segments and Snapping Troubles
5 May 2023Industrial and Plant, IT Services, plant 3d
This situation highlights the importance of drawing P&IDs on snaps as a best practice precisely to avoid such complications.
Scholarship Contest Seeks to Propel Students into Sustainable Construction Careers
4 May 2023Architecture and Engineering, Construction, MEP, Non classé, Sustainability
A new scholarship award and essay contest to encourage high school students to explore careers in sustainable construction.
3 Ways Lawton Welding Completed “The Lucas” Faster Using Advance Steel
4 May 2023Advance Steel, Architecture and Engineering, Autodesk Software, BIM, BIM workflow, Construction, Design, Digital Transformation, Fabrication, Structural design
With Advance Steel, Lawton staff gained the ability to detail steelwork in three dimensions with almost no rework.
6 Ways Prodsmart Can Help Optimize Manufacturing Production
3 May 2023Data, Digital Transformation, Fabrication, Manufacturing
Prodsmart offers manufacturers and fabricators, from small- to large-scale, the ability to manage every aspect of their production floor at…
How PowerPack for Revit Helped Create Emblematic Structure for Bucharest
2 May 2023Architecture and Engineering, Autodesk Construction Cloud, BIM, BIM 360, Construction, PowerPack, Revit
In addition to BIM 360 and the extra functionality provided by PowerPack for Revit, the project team used Autodesk Revit…
4 Ways PDM Can Help Bring Products to Market Faster
27 April 2023Collaboration, Data, Digital Transformation, Manufacturing
Fusion 360 Manage connects people, processes and data to get products to market faster.
How Sustainable Building Policy is Evolving
26 April 2023AEC, Architecture, Architecture and Engineering, Construction, Sustainability
The green/sustainable building movement has continued to grow, crossing generations, disciplines and borders around the world.
Tech Tips: Replicating Elements with Advance Design
25 April 2023Advance Design, BIM, Digital Transformation, Services & Support
One of the ways Advance Design helps engineers save time is with the number of options it offers for replicating…
25 Ways to Invest in Yourself: the BIMup Digital Conference
20 April 2023AEC, Architecture, Architecture and Engineering, BIM, BIM Coordination, BIM workflow, Construction, Digital Transformation, Fabrication, Graitec, Industrial and Plant, Manufacturing, PowerPack, Revit
GRAITEC offers this free BIMup online training conference to companies and users around the world as a no-cost way to…
5 Ways PowerPack for Plant 3D Can Boost Profits
19 April 2023Collaboration, Data, Design, Digital Transformation, Graitec, Industrial and Plant, plant 3d, PowerPack
PowerPack for Plant 3D is creating more value in the plant design world by helping companies get more value from…
Secret to Staying Ahead: The Importance of Upgrading Your Technology
18 April 2023AEC, Bluebeam, IT Services, Mechanical, MEP, Non classé, Security
the reasons why upgrading to newer software versions is essential for your business
4 Things You Should Know About Sustainable Architecture on Earth Day
13 April 2023Architecture, Graitec, innovation, Non classé, Sustainability
Architecture is a symbiotic relationship between culture and nature; sustainable architecture achieves better balance when human beings are included in…
How and Why to Achieve Connected Construction
12 April 2023autodesk, Autodesk Construction Cloud, BIM workflow, Connected Construction, Construction, Digital Transformation
The interaction among construction teams needs to be efficient – and that efficiency can be achieved by connecting them.
Going Digital: A New Era of Efficiency for Local Governance
11 April 2023Bluebeam, Government
By adopting digital solutions, government agencies can streamline their review processes, reduce costs, and increase efficiency.
System Requirements for Autodesk Revit 2024
10 April 2023All, Architecture and Engineering, autodesk, Digital Transformation, MEP, Revit
List of system requirements for using Autodesk Revit 2024 and Revit LT 2024, entry level and performance level, plus Citrix,…
Digital Innovation with Dynamo
6 April 2023Architecture and Engineering, autodesk, BIM workflow, Civil 3D, Computational Design, Digital Transformation, Revit
Dynamo offers powerful opportunities for revamping and automating the design process in digital workflows.
Tech Tip: Creating .PC3 Plotter File for AutoCAD Electrical Drawings
5 April 2023Architecture and Engineering, AutoCAD, autodesk, Electrical
To get a good plot in AutoCAD Electrical, creating a .pc3 file will help you print the project files the…
Important Bluebeam Announcement
4 April 2023All, Bluebeam, IT Services, Services & Support
Bluebeam has announced the updated End of Life (EOL) date for Bluebeam Revu 2019 and older versions will now be…
System Requirements for AutoCAD 2024 including Specialized Toolsets
3 April 2023AutoCAD, autodesk, IT Services, Services & Support
Autodesk announced the system requirements for AutoCAD 2024 on March 28, 2023.
Why You Should Integrate Your Project Data
30 March 2023Architecture and Engineering, autodesk, Autodesk Construction Cloud, BIM 360, Connected Construction, Construction, Digital Transformation, MEP
Integrating information so everyone can exchange and use the same data has really been the ideal scenario in construction.
4 Ways Subcontractors Can Reduce Risk
29 March 2023Non classé
You can improve your success on projects by using construction management software, like the products on the Autodesk Construction Cloud…
6 Features in Autodesk Build You Shouldn’t Be Without
28 March 2023autodesk, Autodesk Construction Cloud, BIM, Connected Construction, Construction
If you’re in the construction industry, following are 6 features in Autodesk Build - on the Autodesk Construction Cloud platform…
4 Ways to Build a Successful BIM Career
23 March 2023Architecture and Engineering, BIM, Connected Construction, Construction, Digital Transformation, Non classé, PowerPack, Revit
skills you can focus on that will put you in a better position to succeed and thrive in your BIM…
Tech Tip: AutoCAD Electrical Project Batch Plotting
22 March 2023AutoCAD, autodesk, Electrical, Fabrication, MEP, Services & Support
There are two options for plotting a project in AutoCAD Electrical; they are located in the Publish/Plot tool in the…
Factory Design Utilities: Getting Started with Software You Already Have
21 March 2023AutoCAD, autodesk, Inventor, Manufacturing
Factory Design Utilities software lets you plan and validate factory layouts for efficient equipment placement to improve production performance.
A.I.’s Link Between Data and Sustainability
16 March 2023Architecture and Engineering, Computational Design, Connected Construction, Construction, Digital Transformation, Sustainability
Data is key to making informed decisions about sustainability. Data management is a key portion of the strategy to reach…
A Dozen BIM Mistakes You Should Stop Making
15 March 2023BIM, Collaboration, Design, Project Collaboration, Revit
The mistakes you make in a BIM Revit file will eventually affect you, the rest of your team and potentially…
Digital Security in Construction – What Construction Leaders Should Know
14 March 2023Bluebeam, Construction, Data, Non classé, Security
The construction industry has come a long way in adopting technology. Now it must recognize the associated risks to data…
The Hardest Jobs to Fill in Construction
9 March 2023Architecture and Engineering, autodesk, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Connected Construction, Construction, Digital Transformation, Fabrication, MEP
Demand for construction work remains high, the work is out there, but the number of qualified workers isn’t meeting the…
Guidelines For Your Digital Factory
8 March 2023autodesk, Digital Transformation, Inventor, Manufacturing
In a digital factory, everything is digitized, collaboration and data are priorities, and paper-based processes are eliminated.
What You Need for Quality Results on a Construction Project
7 March 2023autodesk, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Connected Construction, Construction, Digital Transformation
Obtaining quality results on a construction project involves making use of standards, technology and lessons learned,
9 Ways to Deliver Efficient Drainage System Designs
2 March 2023Architecture and Engineering, autodesk, Civil 3D, Digital Transformation, Sustainability, Water/Wastewater
Using the features of InfoDrainage, water professionals can accurately and efficiently design and model surface water and drainage systems.
Ways Product Design is Becoming More Intelligent and Automated
1 March 2023autodesk, Computational Design, Digital Transformation, Manufacturing
As AI becomes part of work processes across all industries, generative design promises to become more and more common in…
Change Your Work Life in a Day: PowerPack for Plant 3D
28 February 2023AutoCAD, autodesk, Digital Transformation, Industrial and Plant, plant 3d, PowerPack, Revit, Webinars
Improve your work life. Efficient workflows and automation are possible with new PowerPack for Plant 3D by Graitec.
How Plant 3D Streamlines Piping Design
23 February 2023Architecture and Engineering, AutoCAD, autodesk, Digital Transformation, Fabrication, Industrial and Plant, MEP, plant 3d
Plant 3D features help you manage your workload, make the best use of workers’ time and streamline much of your…
3 Steps for Improving Construction Employee Engagement
22 February 2023Architecture and Engineering, Connected Construction, Construction, Digital Transformation, MEP, PowerPack
By attracting skilled workers and improving employee engagement so you retain them, you can take an active role in staying…
What You Should Know About Predictive Maintenance
21 February 2023Computational Design, Digital Transformation, Manufacturing
Software, operational and information technology are intrinsic components to design a predictive maintenance model for manufacturing.
Autodesk Software Survival Kit
18 February 2023All, autodesk, Services & Support
links to blog articles that will help with installation and management of serial numbers, licenses, software, upgrades, and new installs
The Autodesk Assistant
17 February 2023All, autodesk, Services & Support
If you do not have access to Autodesk Account, the Autodesk Assistant is an option for downloading and installing software…
File Types Used in AutoCAD Electrical
16 February 2023AutoCAD, autodesk, Construction, Digital Transformation, Electrical, Fabrication, MEP
File types in AutoCAD Electrical toolset, with design features that can boost your productivity by up to 95%.
How to Bring Buildings to Completion Faster
15 February 2023Architecture and Engineering, autodesk, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Civil 3D, Connected Construction, Construction, Digital Transformation, plant 3d, Revit
connecting data from the full project range – design to operations - can shorten the design cycle and bring buildings…
4 Ways MEP Prefabrication Improves a Project’s Success
14 February 2023Construction, Digital Transformation, Electrical, Fabrication, HVAC, Mechanical, Plumbing, Revit
with MEP prefabrication, virtual 3D BIM models help maximize construction processes and coordination to improve a project's success
4 Benefits of Microfactories
9 February 2023Digital Transformation, Manufacturing, Sustainability
Microfactories enable production for individuals and small businesses and could have significant impact on the future manufacturing landscape
Are You on a Quest for a BIM Manager?
8 February 2023Architecture and Engineering, autodesk, Construction, Digital Transformation, MEP, Revit, Services & Support
companies can find a logical way to compromise between budget and the need for a BIM manager by outsourcing their…
Mitigating Uncertainty in Infrastructure Projects
7 February 2023Architecture and Engineering, autodesk, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Connected Construction, Construction, Digital Transformation, Revit
use of design-build processes using BIM with Revit could provide one way to deal with the uncertainties around infrastructure construction.
Sustainable Living Development: One River North in Denver
2 February 2023Architecture and Engineering, Connected Construction, Construction, Sustainability
One River North Residences building was designed to connect people to nature and blend the natural world into the urban…
How Digital Innovation Helped Rebuild Sanibel Causeway
1 February 2023Collaboration, Construction, Digital Transformation
teams worked around the clock with technology in a disaster situation to repair Sanibel Causeway in only 15 days
7 Sustainable Cities and the Construction Industry Behind Them
31 January 2023Construction, Digital Transformation, Sustainability, Uncategorized
With sustainable materials, methods, the construction industry is making steady progress in enabling cities to reduce their carbon footprint
Revit Cloud Projects: Activating BIM 360 Hub & Assigning Users
26 January 2023Architecture and Engineering, autodesk, Autodesk Construction Cloud, BIM 360, Connected Construction, Digital Transformation, Revit, Services & Support
If you plan to host Revit cloud projects or add seats of BIM Collaborate Pro, the BIM 360 Hub needs…
Using Vault Data Standard for Organizing Your Data
25 January 2023autodesk, Digital Transformation, Manufacturing, Vault
a company data standard allows administrators to customize dialogs that enforce a standardized workflow for entering Autodesk Vault data
How to Assess Embodied Carbon in Revit
24 January 2023Architecture and Engineering, Construction, Digital Transformation, Revit, Sustainability
to address embodied carbon in construction, consider using EC3 and tallyCAT to help compare and specify materials that have low…
How to Speed Up Your Manufacturing Processes by 50%
19 January 2023autodesk, Collaboration, Digital Transformation, Manufacturing, Vault
actual data management statistics reported by Benson Industries after the company adopted Autodesk Vault collaboration tools.
How to Empower Your Design Team
18 January 2023Architecture and Engineering, Design, Digital Transformation, PowerPack, Revit
Designed for businesses and aimed at users, Graitec PowerPacks put performance, automation, and capability in the hands of design teams
How Safety Technology Can Also Improve Productivity
17 January 2023Architecture and Engineering, Computational Design, Connected Construction, Construction, Digital Transformation
In construction, AI can analyze data collected in the field to not only track and increase safety but also improve…
Why the Future Will Require Buildings as Products
12 January 2023Architecture and Engineering, Construction, Digital Transformation, Manufacturing, Sustainability
Manufacturing techniques used in construction can improve efficiency, help build at scale, improve quality, and reduce costs.
4 Things You Need for a More Efficient Prefab Shop
11 January 2023Construction, Digital Transformation, Electrical, Fabrication, HVAC, Mechanical, MEP, Plumbing
Improving the operation of your prefab shop is easier with communication and staying informed on competitive procedures, technology and tools
If You’re Working in Construction, You Might Be a “Fungi”
10 January 2023Architecture and Engineering, Construction, Sustainability
The nature-based process of using fungi to detoxify and decarbonize a wide variety of pollutants is promising as a developing…
4 Ways A.I. Is at the Heart of Construction Progress
5 January 2023AI, Architecture and Engineering, Computational Design, Construction, Digital Transformation
Artificial intelligence (AI) is already reshaping the way buildings are designed, built and operated and delivering advantages to construction
7 Things You Can Do for a Competitive Business Advantage
4 January 2023Architecture and Engineering, autodesk, Construction, Digital Transformation, Inventor, PowerPack, Revit, Vault
apps can extend software’s capability so users can do more with their native software platform than it is able to…
4 Ways Digitalization Will Transform Your Manufacturing Processes
3 January 2023autodesk, BIM, Digital Transformation, Manufacturing, Revit
take your manufacturing business to the next level by fully integrating all your data and processes into one model -…
Design and Make: The Importance of Construction Collaboration in Antarctica
29 December 2022Architecture and Engineering, autodesk, BIM 360, Connected Construction, Construction, Revit
Antarctica construction required pre-planning, close collaboration, and technology to unite efforts of three companies: Revit and BIM 360.
Creating an Autodesk Product Deployment from Within Autodesk Account
28 December 2022All, autodesk, Services & Support, Uncategorized
we can now include multiple products in a single deployment, which eliminates the need to babysit the installation process on…
Reality Capture and 3D Modeling to Assess, Manage Aging Infrastructure
27 December 2022Architecture and Engineering, autodesk, Construction, Digital Transformation, Revit, Water/Wastewater
Bureau of Reclamation needed to assess the condition of Glen Canyon Dam, and it chose reality capture and 3D modeling…
How to Look Smarter by Leveraging Your Data
22 December 2022Architecture and Engineering, autodesk, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Computational Design, Connected Construction, Construction, Digital Transformation, MEP, Revit
A business owner/manager can now make smart decisions about business operations by leveraging insights and data intelligence.
Sustainability: 4 Energy-Saving Earth-Sheltered Houses
21 December 2022Architecture and Engineering, Construction, Electrical, Sustainability
earth-sheltered structures require less energy to heat or cool, with temperatures remaining around 55-60 degrees Fahrenheit year round
Tips You Need to Know about Autodesk Licensing
20 December 2022All, Services & Support
Tips for Autodesk software users about Autodesk Account, license components on your computer, and changing your installed license type.
Recent Washington, DC Commercial Project Incorporated Mass Timber
15 December 2022Architecture and Engineering, Construction, Sustainability
Mass timber is considered to have a low carbon “footprint” compared to more traditional building materials, making it sustainable.
Top 5 Features To Know About Bluebeam
13 December 2022Architecture and Engineering, Bluebeam, Uncategorized
For those looking to maximize their time with Bluebeam, here are five features to know to make workflows simpler and…
Vault for Manufacturing – Creating Categories and Rules
12 December 2022autodesk, Digital Transformation, Manufacturing, Vault
Create categories and the rules unique to your company in Vault for enhanced manufacturing automation and security.
MEP’s Role in the Move Toward Industrialized Construction
7 December 2022Construction, Digital Transformation, Electrical, Fabrication, HVAC, Mechanical, MEP, Plumbing
MEP trades play a key role in the industry’s Industrialized Construction journey; they have the data needed for standardizing components.
Updated Settings for Foxe xml.
6 December 2022plant 3d
Foxe xml is a stable, high performance xml editor with some nice features, particularly the ability to customize tree nodes.
5 Ways to Quickly Iterate Revit Design Ideas with Twinmotion
1 December 2022Architecture and Engineering, autodesk, Connected Construction, Construction, Digital Transformation, Revit
Use Twinmotion tools to explore more options faster: real-time design, high-quality assets, stories, seamless integration, exporting, sharing
How Architects See the Future of BIM, Sustainability and Tech
30 November 2022Architecture and Engineering, Connected Construction, Digital Transformation, Revit, Sustainability
Through the use of 3D models, BIM promotes better communication with clients, and architects have more control over design.
15 BIM Tips: Avoiding Model Corruption & Optimizing File Sizes
29 November 2022Architecture and Engineering, BIM, Digital Transformation, MEP, Revit
15 BIM tips for avoiding model corruption and optimizing file sizes so you can have lean, clean, accurate models.
Sustainability Plus Prefabrication: Art from Construction Waste
23 November 2022Construction, Sustainability, Uncategorized
Eco-artist Thomas Dambo has expressed that he wants his audience to see trash as objects that can be repurposed in…
7 Ways Contractors Can Avoid Construction Claims
22 November 2022autodesk, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Connected Construction, Construction, Digital Transformation
Construction companies need to move toward digitalization; teams need to keep up with the latest technology to avoid construction claims.
System Requirements for Autodesk Revit 2023
21 November 2022All, Architecture and Engineering, autodesk, Digital Transformation, MEP, Revit
List of system requirements for using Autodesk Revit 2023 and Revit LT 2023, entry level and performance level, plus Citrix,…
Features to Speed Up Manufacturing Design Workflows in Inventor 2023
17 November 2022autodesk, Digital Transformation, Inventor, Manufacturing, Revit
Inventor 2023 connects you to the Autodesk cloud and includes improvements to performance, automation and core modeling workflows.
4 Tech Solutions to Improve Your Construction Document Management
16 November 2022autodesk, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Connected Construction, Construction, Digital Transformation
Replacing old ways with digital systems provides a new, more organized way to handle construction documentation.
Avoiding Disasters & 4 Other Things to Love About Vault
15 November 2022autodesk, Digital Transformation, Manufacturing, Vault
If you are already using Vault in your digital workflow, the next step is to take a look at your…
The Importance of Numbering in Refurbishing Big Ben Clock Tower
11 November 2022Architecture and Engineering, AutoCAD, autodesk, Construction, Digital Transformation, Revit, Uncategorized
Each component was numbered, and the numbering process was made immensely more manageable using the Numbering Tool in PowerPack for…
25 Things Users Love About Modeling with Plant 3D
10 November 2022AutoCAD, Digital Transformation, Industrial and Plant, plant 3d
One of the primary reasons companies switch to AutoCAD Plant 3D modeling software is to make the modeling process more…
How to Improve Your Factory Throughput
9 November 2022Digital Transformation, Inventor, Manufacturing
Before you redesign your existing factory, you can get insight into your proposed changes by employing simple workflows
How Modular Can Make Urban Construction More Sustainable
8 November 2022Construction, Digital Transformation, Fabrication, Manufacturing, Sustainability
By using materials more efficiently and reducing waste, modular construction can make urban housing more attainable and more sustainable.
A Better Kind of Breakdown . . . with BIM Collaborate
3 November 2022Architecture and Engineering, autodesk, Connected Construction, Construction, Digital Transformation, Revit
By breaking down models into constituent parts, teams can focus on specific information to solve their issues with fewer distractions.
Two Big Challenges MEP Contractors Face
2 November 2022Construction, Digital Transformation, Fabrication, MEP
Every company will eventually face these challenges, if they haven’t already: data overload and adopting construction technology
What You Should Know About Enterprise Cloud Storage
1 November 2022Digital Transformation, Panzura, Uncategorized
as your business grows so does your data. Cloud storage gives enterprises flexibility, access, memory, and data storage.
3 Ways to Avoid Waste in Your MEP Fabrication
31 October 2022Construction, Digital Transformation, Fabrication, MEP
increasing efficiency is easier when you use tools designed to improve consistency: 3 ways to avoid waste in your MEP…
11 Ways to Better BIM Workflows Using a Unified Platform
28 October 2022Architecture and Engineering, autodesk, Autodesk Construction Cloud, BIM, Connected Construction, Construction, Revit
Unified Platform is a common data environment that can maximize collaboration, provide data-driven insights and help build better projects
How to Overcome the Cost of Building Unique
27 October 2022Architecture and Engineering, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Connected Construction, Construction, Digital Transformation, Fabrication
if you consider the manufacturing industry, you’ll find examples for how to overcome the cost of building unique
How to Adapt Your 2D Skills to BIM-Based Projects
26 October 2022Architecture and Engineering, AutoCAD, autodesk, Connected Construction, Construction, Digital Transformation, Revit
a 3D model-based process involves new workflows and a new mindset, including embracing parametric design, sharing information & collaborating
How Low-Carbon Concrete Made I-80 in Utah More Sustainable
25 October 2022Architecture and Engineering, Civil 3D, Construction, Digital Transformation, Sustainability
On I-80 in Utah, by incorporating fly ash in OneCem, the carbon footprint of the westbound lanes was lowered by…
Planning Long-Term Rehab of Water Utility Infrastructure Using Innovyze
24 October 2022Digital Transformation, Industrial and Plant, Innovyze, Water/Wastewater
Seattle used cloud-based Innovyze asset management software to plan long-term rehab of its water, sewer and drainage service infrastructure.
What You Need to Know About Bluebeam’s New Subscription Plans
21 October 2022Architecture and Engineering, Bluebeam, Connected Construction, Construction, Digital Transformation, Services & Support, Uncategorized
The three new Bluebeam subscription packages all include essential tools for marking up and managing your office and project documents.
How ICT Can Enable Sustainability
20 October 2022Digital Transformation, Sustainability
The advancement of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) has the potential to reduce waste and promote sustainability.
4 Ways Connected BIM Is Important to AEC
19 October 2022Architecture and Engineering, autodesk, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Connected Construction, Construction, Digital Transformation, Revit
Connected BIM integrates siloed AEC BIM data with other sources for improved collaboration, accessibility, control, and digitization.
What You Need to Know About Bluebeam’s New SaaS Model
13 October 2022Bluebeam, Digital Transformation, Services & Support, Uncategorized
How the September 2022 Bluebeam announcement about moving to a cloud-centric Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) business model affects you.
4 Benefits of Modular Construction for Life Sciences Facilities
12 October 2022Architecture and Engineering, Connected Construction, Construction, Digital Transformation, Manufacturing
Modularization brings an agile, adaptable approach to design in construction for resiliency and fast, cost-effective scalability.
How Photocatalytic Concrete is Making Construction More Sustainable
11 October 2022Architecture and Engineering, Construction, Sustainability
The photocatalytic components work together to make the façade on the Thompson Courthouse self-cleaning, and it can consume air pollutants.
NIBS Initiative Working Toward National BIM Standard in US
10 October 2022Architecture and Engineering, autodesk, Connected Construction, Construction, Digital Transformation, Revit
A national BIM standard would help the construction industry achieve a new level of industrial efficiency through digitalization.
NEWS: Bluebeam Cloud and Subscription Plans
7 October 2022Architecture and Engineering, Bluebeam, Construction, Digital Transformation
Bluebeam Cloud and Bluebeam Desktop Revu are being bundled and offered together as subscription plans for the first time.
4 Amazing Sustainable Construction Materials In Use Today
6 October 2022Architecture and Engineering, Construction, Sustainability, Uncategorized
research has stepped up in recent years to find ways to reduce the overall carbon footprint of the building industry
Calculating ROI for Computational Design
4 October 2022Architecture and Engineering, Computational Design, Digital Transformation, IT Services, Services & Support
Explanation of how computational design can automate the repetitious task of room layouts of a building on plan views and…
10 Ways to Protect Yourself from Ransomware
3 October 2022Architecture and Engineering, Civil 3D, Digital Transformation, IT Services, Panzura, Revit
You can boost your resilience to ransomware and other malware in ten ways, all of which can be achieved by…
7 Essential Benefits You Should Look For in Construction Software
30 September 2022Connected Construction, Construction, Digital Transformation
By focusing on 7 essential benefits, you can choose construction software for better workflows, greater productivity and better insights.
12 Manufacturing Tasks You Can Do Better with Vault
29 September 2022autodesk, Digital Transformation, Inventor, Manufacturing, Revit, Vault
For better manufacturing collaboration, data management, change orders, product insights, workflows & security, Vault can be your go-to tool.
Smart Cities with Advanced ICT
28 September 2022Architecture and Engineering, Connected Construction, Construction, Digital Transformation, Revit
The ongoing development of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) has the potential to transform our personal and work lives.
3 Roles of BIM in Prefabrication
26 September 2022Architecture and Engineering, autodesk, BIM 360, Connected Construction, Construction, Digital Transformation, Fabrication, Mechanical, MEP, Navisworks
The 3 roles of BIM in prefabrication include better collaboration, time and money savings, and safety and comfort.
True Collaboration: Document Management & Model Coordination with BIM Collaborate Pro
22 September 2022Architecture and Engineering, autodesk, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Digital Transformation, Revit
BIM Collaborate Pro includes Design Collaboration, Document Management and Model Coordination. This article is about the latter two services.
5 Benefits of a Digital Factory
21 September 2022Digital Transformation, Fabrication, Manufacturing
While any progress in going digital helps, five noteworthy benefits arise from having access to the connected data of a…
How Reuse of Materials Helps with Sustainable Construction
20 September 2022Architecture and Engineering, Construction, Digital Transformation, Water/Wastewater
Reusing materials that would otherwise go to waste is a meaningful alternative to traditional methods of sourcing building materials.
True Collaboration: Design Collaboration with BIM Collaborate Pro
19 September 2022Architecture and Engineering, AutoCAD, autodesk, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Collaboration, Digital Transformation, Revit
With BIM Collaborate Pro, the objective is collaboration, and it helps users achieve that with 3 services; this article focuses…
3 New Autodesk Construction Solution Initiatives to Reduce Risk
15 September 2022autodesk, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Connected Construction, Construction, Digital Transformation, Revit
Autodesk recently announced 3 partnership initiatives that can help construction companies address and better manage risk on their projects.
VIDEO: Green Roofs, Blue Roofs and a Sustainable Water Future
14 September 2022Architecture and Engineering, Construction, Digital Transformation, Water/Wastewater
As pressure from planning departments progressively focuses on sustainable design, the use of blue and green roofs is increasing.
BIM and Digital Measurement for MEP
13 September 2022Connected Construction, Construction, Digital Transformation, Electrical, Mechanical, MEP, Navisworks, Plumbing, Revit
Even with different workflows, every MEP company can benefit from the BIM construction precision that results from digital measurement.
Radical Versions of Transportation with Fusion 360
12 September 2022autodesk, Computational Design, Digital Transformation, Manufacturing
Generative design using Fusion 360 enables companies to streamline and accelerate the process of developing designs from ideas to production.
Innovyze Customer Story: Storm/Sewer/Flood
8 September 2022autodesk, Digital Transformation, Innovyze, Water/Wastewater
SFPUC used Innovyze InfoWorks ICM to develop a hydraulic model capable of handling the city’s massive and complex combined sewer…
How Companies Use Cloud-Based Model Coordination to Reduce Rework
7 September 2022Architecture and Engineering, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Connected Construction, Construction, Digital Transformation, Revit
Cloud-based solutions like the Unified Platform from Autodesk are an important component for construction model coordination to reduce rework.
Construction Sustainability Begins with Design
6 September 2022Architecture and Engineering, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Connected Construction, Construction, Digital Transformation
When it comes to building a sustainable future, the technology is already available to design and build structures in a…
3 Best Uses for IoT Sensors in Construction
5 September 2022Autodesk Construction Cloud, Connected Construction, Construction, Digital Transformation
Connectivity of IoT devices with cloud-based applications, like Autodesk Construction Cloud, can help unite, analyze and manage jobsite data.
iLogic Video: Create and Mirror Blade
2 September 2022autodesk, Digital Transformation, Inventor, Manufacturing
Video demonstrating the steps for creating and mirroring a blade using the iLogic component of Autodesk Inventor.
PRESS RELEASE: Graitec Group, Applied Software Welcome Scott McMaster as EVP
2 September 2022Press Release
As EVP, Scott McMaster brings a dynamic and results-oriented leadership approach to the newly expanded Graitec Group in North America.
3 Ways Connected BIM is Making AEC More Sophisticated
1 September 2022Architecture and Engineering, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Connected Construction, Construction, Digital Transformation, Revit
companies are discovering how powerful and capable the BIM process enables them to be – especially when they are connected…
How One Firm Built Success with a Cloud-First Focus
31 August 2022Architecture and Engineering, AutoCAD, Digital Transformation, IT Services, Panzura, Revit
When businesses face rapid change, by being cloud-first focused, they can lay a strong foundation for success.
4 Ways Norway is Achieving Green Construction
30 August 2022Architecture and Engineering, Connected Construction, Construction, Digital Transformation
With strong government demand for construction and an abundance of raw materials, Norway is setting the bar high for green…
Why BIM is Better than 2D for Concrete Design
24 August 2022Architecture and Engineering, autodesk, Connected Construction, Construction, Digital Transformation, Fabrication, Revit
Companies are discovering that issues around finances, accuracy, speed, and information management can be addressed by using BIM processes.
Combining BIM and BEM in Design
23 August 2022Architecture and Engineering, Construction, Digital Transformation, HVAC, Mechanical, MEP, Revit
Due to public interest in energy conservation, BIM platforms are increasingly integrating building energy modeling (BEM) in building design.
4 Reasons to Use iLogic
22 August 2022autodesk, Inventor, Uncategorized
Autodesk Inventor iLogic enables rule-driven design that provides a simple way to capture and reuse your work, standardize and automate.
4 Steps to a Better RFI Workflow
19 August 2022Architecture and Engineering, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Connected Construction, Construction, Digital Transformation, Uncategorized
Each RFI needs to be answered, and anything that could potentially result in a change order needs to be handled…
Why Prefab is Important to Your Business
18 August 2022Architecture and Engineering, autodesk, Connected Construction, Construction, Digital Transformation, MEP, Revit
The forces advancing the adoption of prefabrication are occurring worldwide including increased demand for buildings and the labor shortage.
How to save 50% of your time producing quantity takeoffs
17 August 2022autodesk, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Connected Construction, Construction, Digital Transformation, MEP
How one company reduced the time spent on quantity takeoffs by 50% using Autodesk Takeoff in Autodesk Construction Cloud.
Using Revit Analysis Tools for Sustainable Design
16 August 2022Architecture and Engineering, autodesk, Digital Transformation, Revit
Revit models contain the data needed to perform early stage energy analysis, as well as later stage analysis for lighting.
4 ways you could use machine learning on your construction projects
15 August 2022autodesk, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Computational Design, Construction, Digital Transformation, Uncategorized
In construction, machine learning has the potential to improve the lives of people involved during and after a project.
9 Steps to Creating Fabrication Content
12 August 2022Digital Transformation, Electrical, Fabrication, HVAC, Mechanical, MEP, Plumbing, Revit
9 steps to creating content for Fabrication ESTmep, CADmep and CAMduct to estimate, detail & fabricate better MEP parts, components,…
Nothing Wishy-Washy About Innovyze for Water Infrastructure
11 August 2022autodesk, Civil 3D, Connected Construction, Digital Transformation, Industrial and Plant, Plumbing
Innovyze is water/wet infrastructure software for modeling, simulation, asset performance management, and operational analytics.
Why Mass Timber Adoption in Construction is Increasing
10 August 2022Architecture and Engineering, Construction, Sustainability, Uncategorized
Carbon footprint and sustainability are driving mass-timber projects around the world. Wood is a renewable resource.
5 Steps for Creating a Digital Factory
9 August 2022autodesk, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Digital Transformation, Manufacturing
The digital factory accumulates data from the structure, systems, assets, and processes and provides insights for efficiency and productivity.
What You Need to Know About PowerPack for Revit
8 August 2022Architecture and Engineering, Construction, Digital Transformation, Revit
PowerPack for Revit is an everyday tool for users and BIM managers designed to save users time and money by…
Top Plant Autodesk University 2022 Sessions
5 August 2022autodesk, Digital Transformation, Industrial and Plant, plant 3d, Uncategorized
Here’s a list of some of the top Plant classes at AU 2022 (in no particular order).
Ways to Make Your Project Data the Best Business Data
4 August 2022All, autodesk, Autodesk Construction Cloud, BIM 360, Connected Construction, Construction, Digital Transformation
To ensure project data is the best data for business needs, standardize cost documentation, share information teams need, use project-level…
How to Trade Paper-Based Systems for Sustainability in Construction
3 August 2022Architecture and Engineering, Bluebeam, Construction, Digital Transformation
By implementing technology like Bluebeam Revu, you can save time and money while making a positive impact on the environment.
What Sustainability Trends Look Like Into the Future
2 August 2022Architecture and Engineering, Construction, Sustainability, Uncategorized
Sustainable construction might be characterized as creating a built environment that is positive for the planet and society as a…
How to Start Smart in Modular with BIM
1 August 2022Architecture and Engineering, autodesk, Bridging the Gap, Construction, Digital Transformation, Revit
in a process like offsite modular construction, it follows that prefabrication processes and coordination of onsite assembly will be facilitated…
Progress Tracking with Autodesk Build
27 July 2022autodesk, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Connected Construction, Construction, Digital Transformation, Electrical, HVAC, Mechanical, MEP, Plumbing, Revit
Progress Tracking is an Autodesk product currently in beta form that will soon be included in Autodesk Build for every…
Pioneering Products with the Product Design & Manufacturing Collection
26 July 2022autodesk, Digital Transformation, Inventor, Manufacturing
Using the Product Design & Manufacturing Collection, companies can create models collaboratively and test them using virtual manufacturing.
How a Construction Contract Can Make or Break You
25 July 2022Architecture and Engineering, autodesk, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Construction, Digital Transformation, Uncategorized
It’s critical to get out ahead of managing risk on a job, starting with understanding, managing and properly handling contracts.
Autodesk’s Take on the Future of BIM
21 July 2022Architecture and Engineering, autodesk, Construction, Digital Transformation, MEP, Revit, Uncategorized
Building information modeling (BIM) is a valuable process that everyone on a project can participate in and make use of.
Sustainable Design in Action
20 July 2022Architecture and Engineering, Construction, Digital Transformation, Sustainability, Uncategorized
In the AEC industry, it can be argued that the design stage is the most instrumental when it comes to…
Gabe Hernandez Method for Getting Started with Revit – Part 2
19 July 2022Architecture and Engineering, AutoCAD, autodesk, Digital Transformation, Revit, Services & Support
Tips from Applied Software's Gabe Hernandez for making your transition to Revit as efficient and productive as possible.
Gabe Hernandez Method for Getting Started with Revit – Part 1
18 July 2022All, Architecture and Engineering, AutoCAD, autodesk, Construction, Digital Transformation, Revit
Tips from Applied Software's Gabe Hernandez for making your transition from 2D to 3D BIM with Revit as efficient and…
5 Trends in Industrialized Construction
15 July 2022Architecture and Engineering, Construction, Digital Transformation, Fabrication, Revit, Uncategorized
With industrialized construction, companies benefit from scalability, enhanced productivity, higher quality, reduced labor costs, fewer delays.
CareerStarter Tool Encourages Construction Careers
13 July 2022Construction, Electrical, HVAC, Mechanical, MEP, Plumbing, Uncategorized
NCCER's CareerStarter program enables potential trades workers to explore career options, find their best fit and search for training &…
5 Best Features of Construction Management Software for Small Businesses
12 July 2022Architecture and Engineering, autodesk, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Connected Construction, Construction, Digital Transformation
Five best features of construction management software for small businesses: cloud-based, flexible, integrated, mobile, and scalable.
Reasons to Build Trust in Your Business
11 July 2022Architecture and Engineering, Construction, Uncategorized
Through trust, customers and employees recognize the abilities and strengths of a company and believe it will perform as publicized.
How You Can Bring Your PDFs to Life with 360° Photography
7 July 2022Architecture and Engineering, Construction, Digital Transformation
There is value in depicting conditions using photos, snapshots in time; the value increases when that is a 360° photograph…
How BIM Enabled On-Schedule Delivery of the Chase Center
5 July 2022Architecture and Engineering, autodesk, BIM 360, Connected Construction, Construction, Digital Transformation, Revit
The cornerstones of the building information modeling (BIM) process are coordination, communication and collaboration.
5 Bidding Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
30 June 2022Construction, Digital Transformation
Even for a small project, bid proposals can be complicated. Here are five bidding mistakes and how you can avoid…
9 Software Tools for Your Digital Factory
29 June 2022AutoCAD, autodesk, BIM 360, Digital Transformation, Industrial and Plant, Inventor, Manufacturing, MEP, Navisworks, Revit, Vault
Autodesk has nine products that will make your processes more insightful and efficient when designing and commissioning your digital factory.
System Requirements for Plant 3D 2023
28 June 2022Digital Transformation, Industrial and Plant, plant 3d
hardware and operating system required to run AutoCAD Plant 3D 2023 software
Using Autodesk Build for Innovation and Adaptation
27 June 2022autodesk, Autodesk Construction Cloud, BIM 360, Connected Construction, Construction, Digital Transformation, PlanGrid
Autodesk Build optimizes construction projects by combining the field collaboration tools of PlanGrid with project management capabilities.
The Quandary of Patenting A.I. Inventions
24 June 2022Architecture and Engineering, Computational Design, Construction, Digital Transformation, Manufacturing, Uncategorized
The creative output of artificial intelligence (A.I.) systems is becoming a quandary for patent laws around the world.
The Infrastructure Construction Jobs Trend
23 June 2022Architecture and Engineering, Construction, MEP, Uncategorized
Workforce development is needed to take advantage of the opportunity presented by the IIJA; more people are needed in the…
Tips for Using Vault in Digital Prototyping
22 June 2022autodesk, Digital Transformation, Industrial and Plant, Manufacturing, Vault
Tips for using Autodesk Vault to alleviate challenges of digital prototyping and eliminate the tedium of team-based design.
The Status of Modular Construction Standards
21 June 2022Architecture and Engineering, Construction, Fabrication, Manufacturing
For years modular companies have expressed concern about regional rules and benchmarks versus national codes for modular construction.
LEGO to Invest $2B in New Green Factories
20 June 2022Construction, Manufacturing, Sustainability, Uncategorized
The LEGO Group has announced plans to build two new factories at $1+ billion each, and both are designed to…
AEC Collaboration: Building A Stronger Industry Together
16 June 2022Architecture and Engineering, Construction, Digital Transformation
The gap between general contractors and architects needs to be bridged for more efficient projects with better collaboration and technology.
How to Structure a BIM Workflow Optimization
15 June 2022Architecture and Engineering, autodesk, Digital Transformation, Revit
BIM is an initiative that includes tools, processes and people. This article describes the way a BIM workflow optimization might…
Things About Automation to Consider in Your Digital Journey
14 June 2022AutoCAD, autodesk, Autodesk Construction Cloud, BIM 360, Civil 3D, Computational Design, Construction, Digital Transformation, Fabrication, Manufacturing
Every year the capabilities for automation expand and become more achievable in the average company’s digital journey.
Moving from 2D to BIM – Doing and Becoming Something New
13 June 2022Architecture and Engineering, AutoCAD, autodesk, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Connected Construction, Construction, Digital Transformation, MEP, Revit
Building information modeling (BIM) is enabling more companies to meet their schedule and budget challenges.
Innovative Construction Methods Planned for Low-Carbon 2024 Olympics
10 June 2022Architecture and Engineering, Construction, Sustainability, Uncategorized
Paris 2024 Olympics Board of Directors has approved a strategy to achieve a lower carbon footprint; innovative construction methods are…
How To: Generative Design with Revit
9 June 2022Architecture and Engineering, autodesk, Computational Design, Revit
Using Generative Design in Revit, leverage Dynamo graphs to explore outcome-based solutions for designs, execute studies in an iterative way.
Things You Can Do Today for More Sustainable Construction
8 June 2022Architecture and Engineering, autodesk, Construction, Digital Transformation, Electrical, Mechanical, MEP, Plumbing, Sustainability
Techniques you can put into practice now that will enable your company to contribute to the sustainable construction movement.
How to Enhance Workflows with Applied Software Advantage Technical Tools
7 June 2022Architecture and Engineering, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Construction, Manufacturing, Revit, Services & Support
Applied Software Advantage includes three suites of tools, any one of which could earn you the distinction of champion at…
Finding Your ROI During BIM Adoption
6 June 2022Architecture and Engineering, Construction, Digital Transformation, MEP, Revit, Uncategorized
To find your ROI during BIM adoption look for benefits including financial, efficiencies, competitive advantage, and intangibles.
Construction Industry’s New Tech Best Friend – Collaboration Software
1 June 2022Architecture and Engineering, Bluebeam, Construction, Uncategorized
With digital collaboration software like Bluebeam Revu, trust and results don’t have to suffer when you invest in construction technology.
You’ve Got Access – Use the Full PD&M Collection
31 May 2022autodesk, Digital Transformation, Manufacturing
List and descriptions of thirteen integrated software products in the Autodesk Product Design and Manufacturing (PD&M) Collection.
How Construction is Becoming More Sustainable
26 May 2022Architecture and Engineering, Construction, Digital Transformation, Electrical, Mechanical, MEP, Plumbing, Sustainability, Uncategorized
Despite the many challenges that face construction companies, there has been widespread adoption of sustainable practices around the world.
How BIM Interoperability is Affecting AEC Companies
25 May 2022Architecture and Engineering, autodesk, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Construction, Digital Transformation, MEP, Revit
BIM has moved forward with platforms like Autodesk Construction Cloud, enabling multiple disciplines and products to interact and share data.
Manufacturing: Your Digital Factory
24 May 2022Architecture and Engineering, autodesk, Digital Transformation, Manufacturing, MEP
For a digital factory, it’s important to use tools that give you the best chance for efficiency, going from planning…
How to Avoid Construction Delays
23 May 2022Architecture and Engineering, autodesk, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Connected Construction, Construction, Digital Transformation
Avoid construction delays using Build on Autodesk Construction Cloud for planning, priorities, management, communication, and accountability.
Doing and Becoming Something New – Why Innovation Matters
19 May 2022Architecture and Engineering, autodesk, Computational Design, Connected Construction, Construction, Digital Transformation, Uncategorized
innovation has its own lifecycle.
Plant Innovation: Project Template Environment Selection
18 May 2022AutoCAD, Autodesk Construction Cloud, BIM 360, Industrial and Plant, plant 3d, Uncategorized
Applied Software has developed a workflow to help you choose the best location for your project and provide guidance on…
How BIM Helps Design Stakeholders with Sustainability
17 May 2022Architecture and Engineering, BIM 360, Construction, Electrical, HVAC, Mechanical, MEP, Plumbing, Revit, Uncategorized
Using BIM processes, all design stakeholders can benefit from sustainability in every phase of a project - design to build…
3 Computational Design Trends Redefining AEC Design
16 May 2022Architecture and Engineering, Computational Design, Construction, Digital Transformation, Revit, Uncategorized
Digital change is manifesting in the AEC industry in the form of computational design. Computational design trends are redefining AEC…
Autodesk Construction Cloud Grows with New Integrations
12 May 2022Architecture and Engineering, autodesk, Autodesk Construction Cloud, BIM 360, Construction, Uncategorized
Autodesk Construction Cloud is growing and moving construction technology forward, bringing together tools and workflow automations.
BIM: 4 Things to Consider in Your Move from 2D to 3D
11 May 2022Architecture and Engineering, Construction, Digital Transformation, Revit, Uncategorized
Your success with BIM will be more assured if you go into an implementation well informed about disruption, issues, planning,…
Project Templates – An Introduction
10 May 2022Digital Transformation, Industrial and Plant, plant 3d
There are plenty of reasons for creating a project template other than inconsistent data, deliverables and reporting.
Combining Robotics with Modular Construction to Address the Labor Shortage
9 May 2022Architecture and Engineering, Construction, Digital Transformation, Fabrication, Manufacturing, Mechanical, MEP, Uncategorized
Robotics combined with people in modular construction settings can, among other benefits, help ease the labor shortage.
Using Phase-Change Materials for Sustainable Building Envelopes
6 May 2022Architecture and Engineering, Construction, MEP, Sustainability, Uncategorized
As demand increases for sustainable, energy efficient buildings, the focus is shifting to phase-change material technology for construction.
Applied Software Joins Graitec BIMUp Global Digital Conference
5 May 2022Architecture and Engineering, autodesk, Construction, Digital Transformation, Fabrication, Mechanical, MEP, Revit, Uncategorized
The 3-day BIMUp 2022 conference will feature classes on tips, tricks, tutorials, and key workflows of Autodesk and Graitec software…
Optimizing BIM Workflows: People, Process and Technology
4 May 2022Architecture and Engineering, BIM 360, Digital Transformation, Revit, Uncategorized
When making the effort to improve the way you’re using BIM now, the big picture involves people, process, and technology.
7 Ways You Can Benefit from Applied Software Changes
3 May 2022Architecture and Engineering, AutoCAD, autodesk, Civil 3D, Construction, Digital Transformation, Fabrication, IT Services, Manufacturing, Revit, Services & Support, Uncategorized
New Applied Software Advantage support and Applied becoming part of the global Graitec Group bring potential benefits to you and…
End of Activation for Autodesk Versions 2011-2014
29 April 2022autodesk, IT Services, Services & Support, Uncategorized
As of July 1, 2022, Autodesk will no longer support perpetual license activation for its software versions 2011 to 2014.
3 Ways Architects Can Influence Carbon Emissions in Construction
27 April 2022Architecture and Engineering, Construction, MEP, Sustainability, Uncategorized
The sustainability movement promotes reducing carbon emissions. Here are 3 ways architects can influence carbon emissions in construction.
Why More MEP Contractors Are Relying on BIM-Enabled Workflows
26 April 2022Autodesk Construction Cloud, Construction, Electrical, HVAC, Mechanical, MEP, Revit, Uncategorized
Large contractors with complex projects are the most sizable group using BIM. But the process will benefit any size company.
5 Ways Construction Projects Can Benefit from Visual Data
25 April 2022Construction, Data, Digital Transformation, Uncategorized
Project stakeholders are increasingly taking advantage of visual data technology to derive specific benefits during construction projects.
6 things to consider when contemplating offsite construction
22 April 2022Construction, Digital Transformation, Revit, Uncategorized
If you are considering offsite construction, thoroughly consider the options that best suit your company and projects.
World Innovation and Creativity Day
21 April 2022Architecture and Engineering, Construction, Digital Transformation, Uncategorized
Creativity is needed in today’s complicated design and construction environment, even when we’re not building a “wonder of the world.”
Migrating Python Scripts to Plant 3D 2022+
21 April 2022AutoCAD, Industrial and Plant, plant 3d
With AutoCAD Plant 3D 2022, to get your Python scripts, you’ll need to migrate your existing script to a new…
The New Autodesk Construction Solution That’s “Automagical”
20 April 2022autodesk, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Bridging the Gap, Construction, Digital Transformation
Autodesk Bridge allows companies with multiple projects on Unified Platform/Autodesk Construction Cloud to share information between them.
Comparing VDI to DaaS for Your AEC Company
18 April 2022Architecture and Engineering, Digital Transformation, IT Services
Virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) and Cloud VDI (DaaS) can be easier and more cost-effective ways for companies to manage their…
How to conquer 5 common construction management challenges
14 April 2022Autodesk Construction Cloud, Construction, Digital Transformation, Uncategorized
Autodesk Construction Cloud products help conquer 5 common construction management challenges: schedule, budget, documents, connectedness, risk.
9 Benefits of Industrialized Construction
13 April 2022Architecture and Engineering, Bridging the Gap, Construction, Digital Transformation, Manufacturing, Uncategorized
industrialized construction (IC) brings to construction the efficiencies that we’ve seen in the manufacturing industry.
7 Statistics on Innovative Building Methods
12 April 2022Architecture and Engineering, Construction, Digital Transformation, MEP, Revit
Construction companies are moving toward technologies and methods to help them surmount risk, schedule, labor, and supply chain challenges.
How GCs Can Cut Project Workflow Time by Nearly Half
7 April 2022Architecture and Engineering, autodesk, Autodesk Construction Cloud, BIM 360, Construction, Digital Transformation, Revit, Uncategorized
Going digital with BIM 360 for Yas Bay Arena project workflows saved BAM 48% of the time that would have…
How Phase-Change Insulation Can Help with Sustainability
6 April 2022Architecture and Engineering, Construction, Digital Transformation, Manufacturing
Using building insulation containing Phase-Change Materials (PCM) offers passive temperature control and increased sustainability.
Valves in the Plant 3D Spec Editor
5 April 2022AutoCAD, Digital Transformation, Industrial and Plant, plant 3d
The best way to tackle the complexities of valve catalogs is to create a checklist that covers all the details…
How VDI Benefits Any Size Company
4 April 2022Digital Transformation, Uncategorized
The benefits of VDI (virtual desktop infrastructure), whether on-premises or in the cloud, vary depending on the size of the…
The Importance of Your Construction Company’s Image
1 April 2022Architecture and Engineering, Construction, Digital Transformation, Mechanical, MEP, Plumbing, Uncategorized
Company image can drive as much business as price, and your image tells customers why your company is more suitable…
Auxalia PlantExpressTools Off-Page Connector Manager
30 March 2022AutoCAD, Industrial and Plant, plant 3d
How to save over $5,600 in time by using the Off-Page Connector Manager to make connection within Plant 3D instead…
The Role of Dynamo in Generative Design
28 March 2022Architecture and Engineering, autodesk, Computational Design, Digital Transformation, Revit, Uncategorized
Through generative design, Autodesk Dynamo offers powerful opportunities for revamping and automating the design process in digital workflows
How to Answer the Performance Question in Your Manufacturing Process
25 March 2022autodesk, Digital Transformation, Manufacturing
When implementing manufacturing process changes, you can benefit from using ProModel to design, simulate and optimize a change in advance.
3 Ways Autodesk Construction Cloud Benefits MEP Contractors
24 March 2022autodesk, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Construction, Electrical, Mechanical, MEP, Plumbing, Uncategorized
Autodesk Construction Cloud benefits MEP contractors in tracking workflows, accessing centralized plans in the cloud and connecting teams.
Syncing Everything Else in Plant 3D with 360 Sync
23 March 2022AutoCAD, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Construction, Industrial and Plant, plant 3d, Uncategorized
You can sync project files not handled by Autodesk Construction Cloud on an automatic schedule or manually using Applied Software…
TECH NEWS: Autodesk Build “For the Field” Folder
22 March 2022autodesk, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Construction
Effective 22 March 2022, "For the Field" folder is no longer included in new projects; Project Files folder can now…
Tips for Creating Revit Families
21 March 2022Architecture and Engineering, autodesk, Construction, Revit, Uncategorized
Revit content creation should be strictly managed, and when building families, templates rule: Revit families best practices and tips.
BIM-based Costing Using Autodesk Takeoff
17 March 2022Architecture and Engineering, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Construction, Revit, Uncategorized
Using Autodesk Takeoff makes the best use of staff time in turning materials counts to estimates to determine the cost…
The Peculiar Mindset of Industrialized Construction
15 March 2022Architecture and Engineering, Construction, Manufacturing, Uncategorized
Industrialized construction (IC) is one of the changes that companies can look to so they can remain innovative and meet…
Graitec, international BIM software developer, announces Agreement to Acquire Applied Software to Become World Leader of AEC and Manufacturing System Integration
14 March 2022Press Release
GRAITEC Group announces it will acquire Applied Software, Atlanta, GA (ASTI)
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