Open letter to Anagnost is more than a cry for help; it's a demand for improvement. The open letter to Autodesk landed on the desks of editors, analysts, and interested observers with a thud—if a digital letter could land on a digital desk at all. The letter, signed by major architectural firms, complained about the state of Autodesk’s Revit development and was evidence … [Read more...] about Open letter from Revit customers opens old wounds between Autodesk and its customers
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Autodesk further expands its construction portfolio
Announces new investments in Brigit Solutions, Factory OS, and the acquisition of Pype. Autodesk has been hell-bent on its plan to build out its tools for the construction industry and let’s just say upfront, it’s a good plan. There’s a great deal of work to be done in construction and benefit to gain. Most recently, Autodesk has announced an investment in Brigit … [Read more...] about Autodesk further expands its construction portfolio
Gensler blox: algorithm-powered, data-driven workflows for design visualization
A global architecture, design, and planning firm, Gensler says it believes in creating a better world through the power of design. Gensler has developed a proprietary set of digital design tools around information metrics and geometry form-finding, which they’re branding as their inFORM ecosystem. The company says this work boosts their design capabilities. Blox is the first … [Read more...] about Gensler blox: algorithm-powered, data-driven workflows for design visualization
Bentley Systems acquires NoteVault
Adds voice-based field automation to construction workflows. The construction industry has emerged as a major opportunity within the AEC segment of design and engineering tools. There has been a pent up demand for new construction for affordable housing, new commercial projects, and above all infrastructure. The CAD companies serving the segment have been building just as … [Read more...] about Bentley Systems acquires NoteVault
Construction transformed in 2020
The work must go on; but life will never be the same. There probably is no good time for a pandemic, but this particular Coronavirus shutdown hits the construction industry at a particularly bad time. Spring means construction, but for most of the U.S. construction was shut down in March and April, and just now ramping up in May. However, when it comes to infrastructure … [Read more...] about Construction transformed in 2020
Autodesk teams with Aurigo
Autodesk is continuing its work to expand its footprint in construction. The company has announced an alliance with Aurigo. Founded in 2003, in Austin, Texas, Aurigo works with public sector agencies and facility owners with tools to plan, deliver, and maintain capital projects and assets. The company says its tools, including Aurigo Masterworks Cloud software, offer full … [Read more...] about Autodesk teams with Aurigo
Autodesk 4Q financials: 2019 was very good year…
Autodesk's 2019 acquisitions open up new business and expands the company's cloud infrastructure. CEO Andrew Anagnost promises growth through 2023. Autodesk had a very good 2019, thanks primarily to the work it has been doing in construction and AEC. But also the company says they have successfully made the transition to their subscription business model, grew their … [Read more...] about Autodesk 4Q financials: 2019 was very good year…
Autodesk supports Build Change at Autodesk University
Much of the discussion at Autodesk University revolves around new building projects, but as our world shrinks, the built environment may offer the most opportunity for change and improvement. This year, Autodesk named Build Change as the recipient of Autodesk’s donation drive during Autodesk University 2019. Build Change addresses the challenges posed by sub-standard housing … [Read more...] about Autodesk supports Build Change at Autodesk University
Autodesk announces solid results for the quarter
But hedges bet in the face of all kinds of uncertainty. Autodesk reported increased earnings and brought its income up out of the red and into the black at $40.2 million. With revenues up 30% to $797, the company pushed its ARR up to $3.07 billion. Total billings increased by 48% to $892 million. The company’s recurring revenue is at 97% of the total. And yet, the stock went … [Read more...] about Autodesk announces solid results for the quarter
Autodesk expands its construction project management portfolio
End of the year acquisitions of BuildingConnected and PlanGrid give the company modern, cloud-based tools for construction. Just before Christmas hit the fan for 2018, Autodesk announced the acquisition of BuildingConnected for $275 million and PlanGrid for $875 million. The acquisitions extend Autodesk's tools into preconstruction and deeper into the … [Read more...] about Autodesk expands its construction project management portfolio