Any large public works project is bound to create mountains’ worth of documentation. Each design document and engineering file has a role to play and has to be stored to serve as a vital reference as the infrastructure ages and…
Drones and GIS – what the future holds for Tampa International Airport
In our last article on the GovDesignHub, we featured part one of a two-part conversation with Jose Covarrubias, the BIM/CAD Manager at the Tampa International Airport. In his short time since joining the airport, Jose has been working to bring…
Tampa International Airport benefits from BIM in facilities management
Many people know about the benefits that BIM modeling can deliver in the design and construction of a new building. But the benefits of BIM models don’t end when the construction crews leave and the ribbon is cut. There are…
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…
Three ways to get more from federal year-end funds
It’s that time again, when agencies rush to spend their remaining year-end budget before the September 30th “use it or lose it” deadline. Approximately $97 billion of U.S. federal dollars is spent this month alone, often in a wasteful manner. But for…
The future of AEC: why we need to close the gap between BIM and GIS
If you’re heading to Autodesk University this year or plan to catch up with the sessions on-demand after the event, then you’ll notice that many of the sessions focus on the intersection of engineering and GIS. Much of this is…
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…
How to achieve sustainable infrastructure
Civil infrastructure – roads, bridges, railways, airports, and utilities – are an essential foundation of modern society. Infrastructure connects people, enhances access to services, education, and work opportunities. Infrastructure also plays a crucial role in addressing climate challenges. According to…
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…
