The manufacturing industry is undergoing a massive evolution and change thanks to a new generation of disruptive technologies that are having a massive impact on how we design and fabricate products and parts. New digital design solutions and software platforms…
Four ways that BIM and GIS integration benefits infrastructure projects
In a recent article on their Infrastructure Reimagined online publication, Autodesk’s Infrastructure Technical Marketing Manager, John Sayre, talks about the recent Esri User Conference in San Diego. During his time at the conference, John learned how GIS can be used to…
It’s time to make the move – why an Autodesk subscription makes sense for the government
In February of 2016, Autodesk stopped selling perpetual licenses for its digital design solution and made the decision to follow much of the software industry by moving to a subscription model. This was a change, and – like many changes…
10 year Autodesk BPA makes solutions available to the military
Earlier this summer, DLT announced that it had been awarded a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) by the Department of Defense (DoD) for Autodesk solutions. This Autodesk BPA will make it possible for the U.S. military to gain access to the…
Why Parks and Recreation Departments Should Transition to Civil 3D
Parks and recreation projects, like many public works projects, are complex undertakings. Not only do they need to meet the high standard of public safety, but their design documents need to integrate myriad design elements created by a wide cross…
Could modular housing replace FEMA trailers following natural disasters?
While the summer may bring us beautiful weather, sunny days and fun – albeit awkward – family road trips, it also brings something far less welcome. The summer kicks off the hurricane season in the United States – which extends…
Topcon Solutions Store Shows Why Government Users Should Use Civil 3D
Government design projects have unique needs and requirements that may not need to be considered in other AEC projects. Since they’re being conducted on behalf of the taxpayer, there’s a demand to create designs that are not only functional, but…
Get new design and manufacturing tips through Autodesk Virtual Academy
With the advent of innovative techniques like subtractive and additive manufacturing and other advances in 3D printing, there are a ton of new, awesome applications that government manufacturers or companies manufacturing things for the government can use to get at…
BIM helps the construction of the MD Anderson Cancer Center weather Hurricane Irma
Each year, the companies and organizations that are utilizing digital design solutions in creative and innovative ways are recognized and rewarded with Autodesk AEC Excellence Awards. The award categories include infrastructure, construction and building design, with small, medium, and large…
How to get the most out of Autodesk University 2019
Each year, Autodesk sponsors an enormous user’s conference and exposition called Autodesk University (AU). The event brings together more than 10,000 professionals from construction, manufacturing, architecture, engineering and media creation to learn more about their digital design solutions and capabilities,…