BIM has moved from theory to reality in AEC. Among large architectural firms, adoption is closing in on 80 percent, but many smaller companies are hesitating to make the leap. Author Nahim Iqbal discusses the issues.
posted by Mark Kiker November 29th, 2010
posted by Mark Kiker November 29th, 2010
After a hiatus to re-tool, AUGI CAD Camp is back! These one-day learning events are packed with productivity boosting ideas taught by the best in the business. Dozens of events are planned for 2010 and we kick off with three CAD Camps in February. Get complete details here.
posted by David Harrington November 29th, 2010
The newest AUGI offering allows members to share files, drawings, models, videos, and more in a private, secure, web-based environment.
posted by David Harrington November 29th, 2010
Author Tharakesh Ananthakrishnan continues his exploration of structural member styles creation. This month, a lesson in creating a precast column.
posted by Tharakesh Ananthakrishnan November 29th, 2010
HP demonstrates why choosing a workstation over a PC is the smart choice for Autodesk software users.
posted by David Harrington November 29th, 2010
If the person you put in charge of a project isn't meeting expectations, don't just pull the plug. Mark Kiker shows you a more thoughtful approach.
posted by Mark Kiker November 29th, 2010
posted by Brian Benton November 29th, 2010
Meet the new 10-member AUGI Board of Directors. Want to get more involved in your user organization? We'll tell you how. Plus, March AUGI CAD Camp events and AUGI's new file sharing program.
posted by Mark Kiker November 29th, 2010
As part of the celebration of AUGI's first 20 years, we look back at AUGI's beginnings. Go inside the very first annual meeting when AUGI pioneers sat down with Autodesk executives and the designers behind AutoCAD.
posted by David Harrington November 29th, 2010
Author Tharakesh Ananthakrishnan examines the Column Grid, an easy-to-use object in AutoCAD Architec
posted by Tharakesh Ananthakrishnan November 29th, 2010
HP's Performing Tuning Framework makes way for a new, improved support system, the Performance Advisor. Learn all about it here.
posted by David Harrington November 29th, 2010
Does swapping hardware make you squeamish? You aren't alone, as Mark Kiker explains in this article.
posted by Mark Kiker November 29th, 2010
The Creative Inventor, Dennis Jeffrey, offers tips on using the Construction Environment in Autodesk Inventor. But first, he'll define some terms.
posted by Dennis Jeffrey November 29th, 2010
TIPniques columnist Brian Benton talks about the AutoCAD features you might not know (and the ones you do know but aren't using fully).
posted by Brian Benton November 29th, 2010
As part of the celebration of AUGI's first 20 years, we look back at AUGI's beginnings. The year is 1993 and the organization is growing in popularity. But rapid growth is not without its problems. Here's the story.
posted by David Harrington November 29th, 2010
Help AUGI deliver messages and create programs that are tailored to you, your industry, and the Autodesk software you use. It is time for a little housekeeping in AUGI's member data base. Here's how you can help.
posted by Mark Kiker November 29th, 2010
Author Tharakesh Ananthakrishnan dives into AutoCAD Architecture 2010, giving you step-by-step lessons in the software's major features. This month, you'll learn to draw radial grids.
posted by Tharakesh Ananthakrishnan November 29th, 2010
Meet the HP Z200 SFF (Small Form Factor), a little powerhouse designed for those with tight workspaces
posted by David Harrington November 29th, 2010
If last month's article on hardware upgrade anxiety struck a familiar chord, this month's similar take on software upgrades will hit home as well.
posted by Mark Kiker November 29th, 2010