GRAITEC Blog

The Surprising Importance of BIM in Construction

21 September 2023BIM, Collaboration, Construction, Digital Transformation, RevitCarol Dunn

Digital transformation has already swept through a number of industries, and now BIM processes are making a significant impact on…

How Digital Transformation Can Help Address Increasing Water Demands

20 September 2023Digital Transformation, Innovyze, Water/WastewaterCarol Dunn

digital technologies have already proven to be effective in increasing the efficiency and resilience of water utility operations.

What the New Applied Software Manufacturing Specializations Mean to You

18 September 2023Autodesk Software, Digital Transformation, ManufacturingCarol Dunn

Manufacturing specializations differentiate Autodesk partners based on their proven ability to deliver on desired customer outcomes.

3 Important Facets of Project Management

13 September 2023Connected Construction, Construction, Digital TransformationCarol Dunn

the ultimate goal of construction project management is getting it completed successfully to the customer’s specifications, while saving time and…

10 Significant Manufacturing Facilities Under Construction in the U.S.

6 September 2023Construction, Digital Transformation, ManufacturingCarol Dunn

the surge in construction spending for manufacturing facilities is being driven by demand for computer, electronic and electrical products, now…

How Interoperability of 6 Construction Products Can Improve Digital Skills

28 August 2023Autodesk Construction Cloud, Autodesk Software, Construction, Digital TransformationCarol Dunn

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, ManufacturingCarol Dunn

Facing market pressure, engineers and managers are telling Ben they have optimized their product and manufacturing design process with hundreds…

7 Ways to Streamline Your Manufacturing Operations

23 August 2023Data, Digital Transformation, ManufacturingCarol Dunn

everyone can benefit from streamlined manufacturing operations, with benefits that include less waste, faster production, improved quality, and lower costs.

7 Trends That Will Affect Your AEC Workforce

10 August 2023AEC, Digital TransformationCarol Dunn

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 TransformationMatt Dillon

To implement BIM, then, you need to take a different approach than what was done 30 years ago with CAD.…

Remarkable Things You Should Know About Attracting and Keeping Employees

1 August 2023AEC, Construction, Digital TransformationCarol Dunn

As most of us know from personal experience, work is not just about work anymore. It is becoming more about…

5 Ways to Leverage Technology for Success in Your Construction Business

24 July 2023AEC, Bluebeam, Construction, Digital TransformationDiana Ramirez

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 designCarol Dunn

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, SustainabilityCarol Dunn

company leaders are finding that sustainable construction practices make good business sense by saving time, reducing waste, lowering costs, and…

Two Tricks for Straightforward Cost Management

17 July 2023AEC, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Connected Construction, Digital TransformationCarol Dunn

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 TransformationDiana Ramirez

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, ManufacturingCarol Dunn

The use of robotics for unsavory jobs enables people to perform more valuable and rewarding tasks.

Three Key Considerations for a Municipality’s Digital Workflows

6 July 2023Bluebeam, Digital Transformation, GovernmentDiana Ramirez

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, UncategorizedCarol Dunn

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, ManufacturingCarol Dunn

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, ManufacturingTodd Schmoock

Factory Design Utilities software lets you plan and validate factory layouts for efficient equipment placement to improve production performance.

Harnessing the Power of Digitizing Quantity Takeoffs in Bluebeam

21 June 2023Bluebeam, Construction, Digital TransformationDiana Ramirez

Traditional manual methods of quantifying materials and estimating costs have given way to modern digital tools that streamline the process…

Tech Tip: How to Rename Project Setting User Attributes in Advance Steel

12 June 2023Advance Steel, autodesk, Construction, Digital TransformationSophia Li

Advance Steel Tip: Following is the process to rename the User Attribute prompts to help you remember what info to…

5 Ways to Make the Move from 2D to BIM Less Scary

31 May 2023BIM, Digital Transformation, RevitCarol Dunn

In the industry, there are still basic misconceptions about BIM and how it should be implemented. Following are 5 ways…

Data Skills You Need for the Digital Factory

19 May 2023Autodesk Software, Data, Digital Transformation, Inventor, Manufacturing, PowerPack, VaultCarol Dunn

A data strategy is an important part of a manufacturing operation. Before a project even begins, it should be decided…

Machine Learning: 3 Things Construction & Manufacturing Have in Common

16 May 2023Architecture and Engineering, Computational Design, Construction, Data, Digital Transformation, innovation, ManufacturingCarol Dunn

Machine learning (ML) can help improve the jobs of people in a variety of industries, including construction and manufacturing.

5 Ways You Can Connect Critical Construction Workflows

12 May 2023autodesk, Autodesk Software, BIM, Build, Collaboration, Connected Construction, Construction, Digital Transformation, Project Collaboration, Project ManagementCarol Dunn

companies have access to innovations and technology that can improve productivity and design processes and simplify project management.

6 Ways Prodsmart Can Help Optimize Manufacturing Production

3 May 2023Data, Digital Transformation, Fabrication, ManufacturingCarol Dunn

Prodsmart offers manufacturers and fabricators, from small- to large-scale, the ability to manage every aspect of their production floor at…

4 Ways PDM Can Help Bring Products to Market Faster

27 April 2023Collaboration, Data, Digital Transformation, ManufacturingCarol Dunn

Fusion 360 Manage connects people, processes and data to get products to market faster.

Tech Tips: Replicating Elements with Advance Design

25 April 2023Advance Design, BIM, Digital Transformation, Services & SupportMateusz Matłosz

One of the ways Advance Design helps engineers save time is with the number of options it offers for replicating…

5 Ways PowerPack for Plant 3D Can Boost Profits

19 April 2023Collaboration, Data, Design, Digital Transformation, Graitec, Industrial and Plant, plant 3d, PowerPackOwen Whitehouse

PowerPack for Plant 3D is creating more value in the plant design world by helping companies get more value from…

How and Why to Achieve Connected Construction

12 April 2023autodesk, Autodesk Construction Cloud, BIM workflow, Connected Construction, Construction, Digital TransformationCarol Dunn

The interaction among construction teams needs to be efficient – and that efficiency can be achieved by connecting them.

System Requirements for Autodesk Revit 2024

10 April 2023All, Architecture and Engineering, autodesk, Digital Transformation, MEP, RevitEric Daniel

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, RevitCaitlin Dunn

Dynamo offers powerful opportunities for revamping and automating the design process in digital workflows.

Why You Should Integrate Your Project Data

30 March 2023Architecture and Engineering, autodesk, Autodesk Construction Cloud, BIM 360, Connected Construction, Construction, Digital Transformation, MEPCarol Dunn

Integrating information so everyone can exchange and use the same data has really been the ideal scenario in construction.

4 Ways to Build a Successful BIM Career

23 March 2023Architecture and Engineering, BIM, Connected Construction, Construction, Digital Transformation, Non classé, PowerPack, RevitCarol Dunn

skills you can focus on that will put you in a better position to succeed and thrive in your BIM…

A.I.’s Link Between Data and Sustainability

16 March 2023Architecture and Engineering, Computational Design, Connected Construction, Construction, Digital Transformation, SustainabilityCarol Dunn

Data is key to making informed decisions about sustainability. Data management is a key portion of the strategy to reach…

The Hardest Jobs to Fill in Construction

9 March 2023Architecture and Engineering, autodesk, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Connected Construction, Construction, Digital Transformation, Fabrication, MEPCarol Dunn

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, ManufacturingCarol Dunn

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 TransformationCarol Dunn

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/WastewaterCarol Dunn

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, ManufacturingCarol Dunn

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, WebinarsCarol Dunn

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 3dCarol Dunn

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, PowerPackCarol Dunn

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, ManufacturingCarol Dunn

Software, operational and information technology are intrinsic components to design a predictive maintenance model for manufacturing.

File Types Used in AutoCAD Electrical

16 February 2023AutoCAD, autodesk, Construction, Digital Transformation, Electrical, Fabrication, MEPTodd Schmoock

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, RevitCarol Dunn

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, RevitCarol Dunn

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, SustainabilityCarol Dunn

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 & SupportCarol Dunn

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, RevitCarol Dunn

use of design-build processes using BIM with Revit could provide one way to deal with the uncertainties around infrastructure construction.

How Digital Innovation Helped Rebuild Sanibel Causeway

1 February 2023Collaboration, Construction, Digital TransformationCarol Dunn

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, UncategorizedCarol Dunn

With sustainable materials, methods, the construction industry is making steady progress in enabling cities to reduce their carbon footprint

Using Vault Data Standard for Organizing Your Data

25 January 2023autodesk, Digital Transformation, Manufacturing, VaultCarol Dunn

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, SustainabilityCarol Dunn

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, VaultCarol Dunn

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, RevitDiana Ramirez

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 TransformationCarol Dunn

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, SustainabilityCarol Dunn

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, PlumbingCarol Dunn

Improving the operation of your prefab shop is easier with communication and staying informed on competitive procedures, technology and tools

4 Ways A.I. Is at the Heart of Construction Progress

5 January 2023AI, Architecture and Engineering, Computational Design, Construction, Digital TransformationCarol Dunn

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, VaultCarol Dunn

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, RevitCarol Dunn

take your manufacturing business to the next level by fully integrating all your data and processes into one model -…

Reality Capture and 3D Modeling to Assess, Manage Aging Infrastructure

27 December 2022Architecture and Engineering, autodesk, Construction, Digital Transformation, Revit, Water/WastewaterCarol Dunn

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, RevitCarol Dunn

A business owner/manager can now make smart decisions about business operations by leveraging insights and data intelligence.

Vault for Manufacturing – Creating Categories and Rules

12 December 2022autodesk, Digital Transformation, Manufacturing, VaultCarol Dunn

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, PlumbingCarol Dunn

MEP trades play a key role in the industry’s Industrialized Construction journey; they have the data needed for standardizing components.

5 Ways to Quickly Iterate Revit Design Ideas with Twinmotion

1 December 2022Architecture and Engineering, autodesk, Connected Construction, Construction, Digital Transformation, RevitCarol Dunn

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, SustainabilityCarol Dunn

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, RevitCarol Dunn

15 BIM tips for avoiding model corruption and optimizing file sizes so you can have lean, clean, accurate models.

7 Ways Contractors Can Avoid Construction Claims

22 November 2022autodesk, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Connected Construction, Construction, Digital TransformationCarol Dunn

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, RevitEric Daniel

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, RevitCarol Dunn

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 TransformationCarol Dunn

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, VaultCarol Dunn

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, UncategorizedCarol Dunn

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 3dCarol Dunn

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, ManufacturingCarol Dunn

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, SustainabilityCarol Dunn

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, RevitCarol Dunn

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, MEPCarol Dunn

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, UncategorizedDiana Ramirez

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, MEPCarol Dunn

increasing efficiency is easier when you use tools designed to improve consistency: 3 ways to avoid waste in your MEP…

How to Overcome the Cost of Building Unique

27 October 2022Architecture and Engineering, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Connected Construction, Construction, Digital Transformation, FabricationCarol Dunn

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, RevitCarol Dunn

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, SustainabilityCarol Dunn

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/WastewaterCarol Dunn

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, UncategorizedDiana Ramirez

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, SustainabilityCarol Dunn

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, RevitCarol Dunn

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, UncategorizedDiana Ramirez

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, ManufacturingCarol Dunn

Modularization brings an agile, adaptable approach to design in construction for resiliency and fast, cost-effective scalability.

NIBS Initiative Working Toward National BIM Standard in US

10 October 2022Architecture and Engineering, autodesk, Connected Construction, Construction, Digital Transformation, RevitCarol Dunn

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 TransformationDiana Ramirez

Bluebeam Cloud and Bluebeam Desktop Revu are being bundled and offered together as subscription plans for the first time.

Calculating ROI for Computational Design

4 October 2022Architecture and Engineering, Computational Design, Digital Transformation, IT Services, Services & SupportCarol Dunn

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, RevitCarol Dunn

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 TransformationCarol Dunn

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, VaultCarol Dunn

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, RevitCarol Dunn

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, NavisworksCarol Dunn

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, RevitMatt Dillon

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, ManufacturingCarol Dunn

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/WastewaterCarol Dunn

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, RevitMatt Dillon

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, RevitCarol Dunn

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/WastewaterCarol Dunn

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, RevitCarol Dunn

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, ManufacturingCarol Dunn

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/WastewaterCarol Dunn

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, RevitCarol Dunn

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 TransformationCarol Dunn

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 TransformationCarol Dunn

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, ManufacturingJason Hunt

Video demonstrating the steps for creating and mirroring a blade using the iLogic component of Autodesk Inventor.

3 Ways Connected BIM is Making AEC More Sophisticated

1 September 2022Architecture and Engineering, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Connected Construction, Construction, Digital Transformation, RevitCarol Dunn

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, RevitDiana Ramirez

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 TransformationCarol Dunn

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, RevitCarol Dunn

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, RevitCarol Dunn

Due to public interest in energy conservation, BIM platforms are increasingly integrating building energy modeling (BEM) in building design.

4 Steps to a Better RFI Workflow

19 August 2022Architecture and Engineering, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Connected Construction, Construction, Digital Transformation, UncategorizedCarol Dunn

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, RevitCarol Dunn

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, MEPCarol Dunn

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, RevitCarol Dunn

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, UncategorizedCarol Dunn

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, RevitCarol Dunn

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, PlumbingCarol Dunn

Innovyze is water/wet infrastructure software for modeling, simulation, asset performance management, and operational analytics.

5 Steps for Creating a Digital Factory

9 August 2022autodesk, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Digital Transformation, ManufacturingCarol Dunn

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, RevitCarol Dunn

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, UncategorizedDavid Wolfe

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 TransformationCarol Dunn

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 TransformationDiana Ramirez

By implementing technology like Bluebeam Revu, you can save time and money while making a positive impact on the environment.

How to Start Smart in Modular with BIM

1 August 2022Architecture and Engineering, autodesk, Bridging the Gap, Construction, Digital Transformation, RevitCarol Dunn

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, RevitCarol Dunn

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, ManufacturingCarol Dunn

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, UncategorizedCarol Dunn

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, UncategorizedCarol Dunn

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, UncategorizedCarol Dunn

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 & SupportCarol Dunn

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, RevitCarol Dunn

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, UncategorizedCarol Dunn

With industrialized construction, companies benefit from scalability, enhanced productivity, higher quality, reduced labor costs, fewer delays.

5 Best Features of Construction Management Software for Small Businesses

12 July 2022Architecture and Engineering, autodesk, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Connected Construction, Construction, Digital TransformationCarol Dunn

Five best features of construction management software for small businesses: cloud-based, flexible, integrated, mobile, and scalable.

How You Can Bring Your PDFs to Life with 360° Photography

7 July 2022Architecture and Engineering, Construction, Digital TransformationDiana Ramirez

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, RevitCarol Dunn

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 TransformationCarol Dunn

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, VaultCarol Dunn

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 3dKaleb Flowers

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, PlanGridCarol Dunn

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, UncategorizedCarol Dunn

The creative output of artificial intelligence (A.I.) systems is becoming a quandary for patent laws around the world.

Tips for Using Vault in Digital Prototyping

22 June 2022autodesk, Digital Transformation, Industrial and Plant, Manufacturing, VaultCarol Dunn

Tips for using Autodesk Vault to alleviate challenges of digital prototyping and eliminate the tedium of team-based design.

AEC Collaboration: Building A Stronger Industry Together

16 June 2022Architecture and Engineering, Construction, Digital TransformationDiana Ramirez

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, RevitCarol Dunn

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, ManufacturingCarol Dunn

Every year the capabilities for automation expand and become more achievable in the average company’s digital journey.

Things You Can Do Today for More Sustainable Construction

8 June 2022Architecture and Engineering, autodesk, Construction, Digital Transformation, Electrical, Mechanical, MEP, Plumbing, SustainabilityCarol Dunn

Techniques you can put into practice now that will enable your company to contribute to the sustainable construction movement.

Finding Your ROI During BIM Adoption

6 June 2022Architecture and Engineering, Construction, Digital Transformation, MEP, Revit, UncategorizedCarol Dunn

To find your ROI during BIM adoption look for benefits including financial, efficiencies, competitive advantage, and intangibles.

You’ve Got Access – Use the Full PD&M Collection

31 May 2022autodesk, Digital Transformation, ManufacturingCarol Dunn

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, UncategorizedCarol Dunn

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, RevitCarol Dunn

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, MEPCarol Dunn

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 TransformationCarol Dunn

Avoid construction delays using Build on Autodesk Construction Cloud for planning, priorities, management, communication, and accountability.

3 Computational Design Trends Redefining AEC Design

16 May 2022Architecture and Engineering, Computational Design, Construction, Digital Transformation, Revit, UncategorizedCarol Dunn

Digital change is manifesting in the AEC industry in the form of computational design. Computational design trends are redefining AEC…

BIM: 4 Things to Consider in Your Move from 2D to 3D

11 May 2022Architecture and Engineering, Construction, Digital Transformation, Revit, UncategorizedCarol Dunn

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 3dKaleb Flowers

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, UncategorizedCarol Dunn

Robotics combined with people in modular construction settings can, among other benefits, help ease the labor shortage.

Applied Software Joins Graitec BIMUp Global Digital Conference

5 May 2022Architecture and Engineering, autodesk, Construction, Digital Transformation, Fabrication, Mechanical, MEP, Revit, UncategorizedCarol Dunn

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, UncategorizedCarol Dunn

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, UncategorizedCarol Dunn

New Applied Software Advantage support and Applied becoming part of the global Graitec Group bring potential benefits to you and…

5 Ways Construction Projects Can Benefit from Visual Data

25 April 2022Construction, Data, Digital Transformation, UncategorizedCarol Dunn

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, UncategorizedCarol Dunn

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, UncategorizedCarol Dunn

Creativity is needed in today’s complicated design and construction environment, even when we’re not building a “wonder of the world.”

The New Autodesk Construction Solution That’s “Automagical”

20 April 2022autodesk, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Bridging the Gap, Construction, Digital TransformationCarol Dunn

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 ServicesCarol Dunn

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, UncategorizedCarol Dunn

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, UncategorizedCarol Dunn

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, RevitCarol Dunn

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, UncategorizedCarol Dunn

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, ManufacturingCarol Dunn

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 3dKaleb Flowers

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, UncategorizedCarol Dunn

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, UncategorizedCarol Dunn

Company image can drive as much business as price, and your image tells customers why your company is more suitable…

The Role of Dynamo in Generative Design

28 March 2022Architecture and Engineering, autodesk, Computational Design, Digital Transformation, Revit, UncategorizedCarol Dunn

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, ManufacturingCarol Dunn

When implementing manufacturing process changes, you can benefit from using ProModel to design, simulate and optimize a change in advance.

How 3D Printing May Address the Housing Shortage

11 March 2022Architecture and Engineering, Construction, Digital Transformation, Manufacturing, UncategorizedCarol Dunn

A collaboration on a neighborhood of 100 3D-printed homes may be a disruptive way to begin to address the nation's…

Why leading plumbing contractors leverage Autodesk Construction Cloud

8 March 2022autodesk, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Construction, Digital Transformation, MEP, Plumbing, UncategorizedCarol Dunn

Once a plumbing or pipe-fitting contractor implements a cloud-based software platform, they improve their efficiency, productivity and profit.

Habitat for Humanity Investigates 3D Printing for Faster Affordable Housing

1 March 2022Architecture and Engineering, Construction, Digital Transformation, UncategorizedCarol Dunn

Habitat for Humanity is investigating 3D printing to address the affordable housing shortage and shorten the time required to build…

How machine learning can analyze your job data, prevent risk

28 February 2022Architecture and Engineering, autodesk, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Computational Design, Construction, Digital Transformation, UncategorizedCarol Dunn

Construction IQ, in Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC), has built-in computing technology for predicting, decreasing and managing risk.

How You Can Gain Agility and a Competitive Advantage

24 February 2022Architecture and Engineering, Digital Transformation, IT Services, PanzuraCarol Dunn

Cloud workstations make you more agile and competitive: hiring and remote work options, talent retention, better productivity, data security.

Productization – A Vision for Industrialized Construction

23 February 2022Architecture and Engineering, autodesk, Construction, Digital Transformation, Fabrication, MEPCarol Dunn

The uncertainty that plagues the construction industry can be addressed by bringing manufacturing to the forefront of designing a building.

Risks Posed by Skilled Labor Shortage: What Owners Can Do

22 February 2022Architecture and Engineering, Construction, Digital Transformation, UncategorizedCarol Dunn

Owners can positively impact safety risks and the labor shortage by prequalifying contractors using workforce development criteria.

5 Ways Micro-Credentials Will Affect AEC, Labor Shortage

21 February 2022Architecture and Engineering, Bridging the Gap, Computational Design, Construction, Digital Transformation, Manufacturing, UncategorizedCarol Dunn

five ways people with micro-credentials can boost technology growth in the AEC industry, while addressing the labor shortage

If you’re using Autodesk Cloud Credits, take note . . .

15 February 2022All, Architecture and Engineering, autodesk, Computational Design, Digital Transformation, Manufacturing, UncategorizedCarol Dunn

Autodesk has announced that Cloud Credits will be replaced by Flex tokens on 3/29/2022, and all existing Cloud Credits will…

Green Trends that Will Affect the Way You Build

14 February 2022All, Architecture and Engineering, Construction, Digital Transformation, Manufacturing, UncategorizedCarol Dunn

Green buildings help organizations meet commitments and maximize efficiency, resilience, health, and sustainability.

3 Keys to Implementing Computational Design

11 February 2022All, Architecture and Engineering, Computational Design, Construction, Digital Transformation, Manufacturing, UncategorizedCarol Dunn

Keys to computational design implementation include planning your culture shift, democratizing usage and deploying a development process.

3 Cutting Edge Trends Changing Manufacturing

10 February 2022All, autodesk, Digital Transformation, Industrial and Plant, Inventor, Manufacturing, UncategorizedCarol Dunn

The Internet of Things, robotics, VR/AR, and connected manufacturing processes are forming the direction of the manufacturing industry.

Panzura releases global cloud file system CloudFS 8.1

9 February 2022Architecture and Engineering, Digital Transformation, Industrial and Plant, IT Services, Panzura, plant 3d, UncategorizedCarol Dunn

Panzura CloudFS 8.1.0.0 includes three new features and seven performance and encryption enhancements to organize, manage, move, protect data.

Collaborative Robotics bridge project combined digital and physical manufacturing

7 February 2022All, Architecture and Engineering, autodesk, Construction, Digital Transformation, Fabrication, Manufacturing, UncategorizedCarol Dunn

The Arroyo Bridge project used real-world collaborative robotics plus prefab for better accuracy and less materials waste, labor and expense.

Computational Design: Intersection of humans and machines

4 February 2022All, Architecture and Engineering, Computational Design, Construction, Digital Transformation, UncategorizedCarol Dunn

Computational design can result in a real-time process that enables better, more accurate design options, better productivity and efficiency.

How to choose construction apps for your MEP business

3 February 2022All, Construction, Digital Transformation, Electrical, Mechanical, MEP, Plumbing, UncategorizedCarol Dunn

5 steps for selecting MEP software apps and achieving a smooth tech implementation process through a team effort.

Best Construction Podcasts to Follow in 2022

2 February 2022All, Architecture and Engineering, autodesk, Bridging the Gap, Construction, Digital Transformation, MEP, UncategorizedCarol Dunn

Top 8 podcasts for construction industry trends and insights - improve your projects, increase business output, enhance your professional life

Monitoring Spec Changes with Power BI

1 February 2022All, Digital Transformation, Industrial and Plant, plant 3d, UncategorizedKaleb Flowers

Using Power BI to ID orphaned parts in a model and estimate time to update to match the pipe spec,…

Differences between Mobile and Cloud Computing for Construction

31 January 2022Architecture and Engineering, autodesk, Autodesk Construction Cloud, BIM 360, Construction, Digital Transformation, UncategorizedCarol Dunn

When choosing construction apps for your cloud projects, the best scenario can be combining mobile with the cloud for mobile cloud…

4 Top Benefits of Cloud-Based Construction Management

28 January 2022Architecture and Engineering, autodesk, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Construction, Digital Transformation, MEP, UncategorizedCarol Dunn

Cloud-based construction management enables improvements to efficiency, unity, capacity, and security for construction companies.

Replacing Legacy Storage

27 January 2022Architecture and Engineering, Construction, Digital Transformation, IT Services, Panzura, UncategorizedCarol Dunn

Replace NAS with a centralized cloud storage and management service: easy to use, provides analytics & data protection to enhance…

How to supercharge CAD productivity using the cloud

26 January 2022All, Architecture and Engineering, AutoCAD, Construction, Digital Transformation, Revit, UncategorizedCarol Dunn

by placing your workstation design resources in the cloud, you can seamlessly run all your applications to improve your productivity…

How data storage in the cloud is changing

21 January 2022All, Digital Transformation, Panzura, UncategorizedCarol Dunn

As organizations develop new business models and attitudes about using the cloud, Wasabi cloud storage is increasingly a part of…

Think Strategically: Jennifer Byrne Keynote for Digital Agility Summit

20 January 2022All, Architecture and Engineering, Construction, Digital Transformation, UncategorizedCarol Dunn

Companies will benefit from taking less time to understand technology and more time understanding the problems they want to solved…

Comparing BIM Collaborate and BIM Collaborate Pro

19 January 2022All, Architecture and Engineering, autodesk, Autodesk Construction Cloud, BIM 360, Civil 3D, Construction, Digital Transformation, Electrical, Mechanical, MEP, plant 3d, Plumbing, Revit, UncategorizedCarol Dunn

Cloud-based BIM Collaborate and BIM Collaborate Pro help make AEC design, data and coordination workflows more efficient.

Avoiding latency in your remote workforce infrastructure

19 January 2022All, Architecture and Engineering, Digital Transformation, Panzura, UncategorizedCarol Dunn

Talk to a cloud expert about computer infrastructure for remote workforce and storage solutions to confirm what you want to…

Combining Fusion 360 and Bikes

18 January 2022All, autodesk, Digital Transformation, Fabrication, ManufacturingCarol Dunn

Autodesk Fusion 360 is used to design, engineer and manufacture products; designers can make changes and iterations of a product…

System Requirements for Autodesk Construction Cloud 2022 Platform

14 January 2022All, Architecture and Engineering, autodesk, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Construction, Digital Transformation, Revit, UncategorizedCarol Dunn

Autodesk Construction Cloud hardware requirements, supported browsers and devices, operating systems, data centers, Revit Cloud Worksharing.

3D printing: carbon fiber reinforced concrete

11 January 2022All, Architecture and Engineering, Construction, Digital Transformation, Manufacturing, UncategorizedCarol Dunn

Researchers improve concrete reinforcement using structural fibers, like carbon, fiberglass and Kevlar for a stronger, lighter product.

System Requirements for Autodesk Revit 2022

7 January 2022All, Architecture and Engineering, autodesk, Construction, Digital Transformation, MEP, RevitEric Daniel

List of system requirements for using Autodesk Revit 2022 and Revit LT 2022, entry level and performance level, plus Citrix,…

The difference between generative design and parametric design

29 December 2021All, Architecture and Engineering, Computational Design, Construction, Digital Transformation, Manufacturing, UncategorizedChristopher Riddell

Generative design and parametric design are subsets of computational design, which uses input parameters and constraints in the process of…

Creating a data strategy that works for your construction business

28 December 2021All, Architecture and Engineering, autodesk, Construction, Digital Transformation, Electrical, HVAC, Mechanical, MEP, Plumbing, UncategorizedCarol Dunn

Steps for creating a data strategy that works for a construction business through focus, buy-in, standardization and common data environment

4 Ways GCs Can Control Construction Costs

21 December 2021All, Architecture and Engineering, autodesk, Construction, Digital Transformation, UncategorizedCarol Dunn

Four ways general contractors can control construction costs to reduce the risk of exceeding the project budget: causes, tech, cost…

Making Your Project Successful Starting with Estimates and Bids

15 December 2021All, Architecture and Engineering, autodesk, Construction, Digital Transformation, UncategorizedCarol Dunn

Learn how data-driven technology can give you a competitive advantage, while making your construction methods more successful.

4 Ways Autodesk Construction Cloud Helps General Contractors

7 December 2021All, Architecture and Engineering, autodesk, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Construction, Digital Transformation, MEP, UncategorizedCarol Dunn

Learn how general contractors use Autodesk Construction Cloud to align scope, budget and schedule, integrate teams, and prepare to build.

Industrialized Construction Road Map Being Developed – part 1

6 December 2021All, Architecture and Engineering, Construction, Digital Transformation, Electrical, Fabrication, Manufacturing, Mechanical, MEP, Plumbing, UncategorizedCarol Dunn

A comprehensive “IC Road Map” will outline successful transition of a builder’s business model to fully integrate industrialized construction.

System Requirements for AutoCAD 2021

3 December 2021All, Architecture and Engineering, AutoCAD, autodesk, Civil 3D, Digital Transformation, UncategorizedCarol Dunn

Hardware system requirements for Autodesk 2021 versions of AutoCAD including Specialized Toolsets, AutoCAD for Mac, large data sets, Map 3D.

Computational Design Business Strategy and Outcomes

1 December 2021All, Architecture and Engineering, Computational Design, Construction, Digital Transformation, Manufacturing, UncategorizedChristopher Riddell

To realize the full benefits of what Computational Design can offer, it is critical to develop a computational design business…

5 Ways Autodesk Construction Cloud Reduces Owner Risk

30 November 2021All, Architecture and Engineering, autodesk, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Construction, Digital Transformation, UncategorizedCarol Dunn

Whether your goal is to meet contractual obligations, audit progress, reduce rework, be personally involved in a project, or provide…

6 Contech Wearables that Can Increase Your Productivity

18 November 2021All, Architecture and Engineering, Construction, Digital Transformation, Electrical, HVAC, Industrial and Plant, Mechanical, Plumbing, UncategorizedCarol Dunn

Wearable construction technology - eyewear, boots, vests, exoskeletons, helmets, sensors - improve productivity and safety on jobsites.

What is Computational Design?

29 September 2021All, Computational Design, Digital TransformationCarol Dunn

a designer can now use software to instruct a computer to solve design problems (creation, fabrication, interaction, analysis) faster and…

How to Securely Purge Highly Sensitive Files with Panzura Secure Erase

21 September 2021All, Digital Transformation, IT Services, PanzuraDiana Ramirez

just because you erase a file, that doesn’t mean it’s really gone

How You Can Keep Your Data Safe Without Making Copies

14 September 2021All, Digital Transformation, IT Services, PanzuraCarol Dunn

if you’re using the cloud and the right global file system, one set of data is all you need

MEP Force 2021 Kicks Off with McCarthy’s Insights

30 August 2021All, Construction, Digital Transformation, Electrical, Fabrication, MEPCarol Dunn

MEP firms need to decide what digital transformation will look like and how it will affect their business.

5 Ways AI and IoT Are Affecting Manufacturing

25 August 2021AI, All, Digital Transformation, ManufacturingCarol Dunn

areas of manufacturing where IoT and AI are already working their magic

Why You Need to Build Your Digital Skills

22 July 2021AEC, All, Digital TransformationCarol Dunn

it’s time to build your digital skills so you can remain relevant in the years ahead.

Construction Industry Trends That Will Affect Your Business

20 July 2021All, Construction, Digital TransformationCarol Dunn

trends that will affect the way you do business in the coming months and years.

Ransomware: What If It Happens To You

18 May 2021All, Digital Transformation, PanzuraCarol Dunn

Data is the most valuable thing an organization owns and the most important thing to protect.

4 Ways to Leverage Disruption and Accelerate Success

17 May 2021All, Digital Transformation, PanzuraCarol Dunn

Your response to change can turn challenges into opportunities.

Construction Automation with Robotic Tools

14 May 2021All, Construction, Digital TransformationCarol Dunn

Although it started out as one of the least automated industries, the scope of construction automation is widening, involving all stages of…

Why Document Search Needs to Be at the Center of Your Project Planning

13 May 2021All, Digital Transformation, DrawingsEmily Heppard

Project teams who prioritize efficient document search and access at the outset of a project take minutes, hours, even days…

What You Need to Know About Government CMMC Certification

3 April 2021All, Digital Transformation, PanzuraCarol Dunn

CMMC is replacing the self-attestation model beginning in 2021 and rolling out over the next five years for all contracts.

Replacing Legacy Network Attached Storage (NAS)

22 March 2021All, Digital Transformation, PanzuraCarol Dunn

NAS technology has evolved to make on-premises storage expansion easy.

6 Ways to Level Up Your Business – Waldschmidt’s “Awesome” Keynote

22 January 2021All, Digital TransformationCarol Dunn

To level up, set priorities. Be clear about what’s awesome and what’s not awesome.

How You Can Profit from Paperless Bids

19 January 2021All, Bluebeam, Digital TransformationCarol Dunn

The bid process, especially, is a place where going paperless isn’t quite so daunting.

What You Need to Know NOW About CMMC Certification

11 December 2020All, Digital Transformation, PanzuraCaitlin Dunn

Department of Defense (DoD) has replaced its self-assessment model with one of the most stringent cybersecurity frameworks: the Cybersecurity Maturation Model…

Computers for Cambodia: Community Service Project

25 November 2020All, Digital TransformationCarol Dunn

Cambodians are in the process of steadily rebuilding the middle class of their country. Teaching the children at the orphanage…

System Requirements for Autodesk Inventor 2021

19 November 2020All, Architecture and Engineering, autodesk, Digital Transformation, Inventor, Manufacturing, UncategorizedCarol Dunn

Hardware system requirements for using Autodesk Inventor 2021 software, including complex models, molds and assemblies.

How 3D Laser Scanning Can Greatly Improve Your Construction Project

9 November 2020All, Digital TransformationCaitlin Dunn

Thanks to the accuracy of a 3D laser scan, it’s an ideal solution for capturing not just the general shape…

Services Spotlight: Business Process Assessment

28 October 2020All, Digital TransformationCarol Dunn

you need to truly understand your business – your workflows, your processes, the standards you have created

Strategies for Using a Tech Stack to Build Your Growth Stack

23 October 2020All, Digital TransformationCarol Dunn

It’s far better to look at tech in terms of growth for your company. That growth may include better collaboration,…

Bluebeam Revu – Time Savings through Digital Collaboration

19 October 2020All, Bluebeam, Digital TransformationCaitlin Dunn

The savings add up as more and more builders and teams use Revu to collaborate digitally.

360 Sync with OneDrive

7 October 2020All, Digital TransformationMichael Reuter

customers have been asking whether or not 360 Sync can move files between OneDrive and other document management solutions

Big Data and Power BI Services

3 September 2020All, Data, Digital Transformation, IT ServicesCaitlin Dunn

Data has become a driving force in making decisions across all industries.

5 Technology Innovations to Watch For

8 July 2020All, Construction, Digital Transformation, innovationCaitlin Dunn

construction: five of the coolest recent tech innovations, in no particular order

Digital Adoption in Construction Kicks into High Gear

17 June 2020All, Construction, Digital TransformationCarol Dunn

Cloud based tools are available, but entire companies – inside workers included – are now needing to be connected to…

TECH STACK VS. GROWTH STACK

15 June 2020All, Digital TransformationCaitlin Dunn

A single application may digitize a process, but as the number of single purpose applications grows, so does the data…

How Mestek Machinery Weathered the Storm

10 June 2020All, Digital Transformation, ManufacturingCaitlin Dunn

In order to fulfill customer expectations, Mestek Machinery and its staff had to be forward-thinking and think “outside of the…

How Generative Design Fits Today’s Manufacturing Processes

7 January 2020All, Digital Transformation, ManufacturingCarol Dunn

the scope of generative design is expanding to include new manufacturing processes that will work with established manufacturing capabilities

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