Shifting DOTs Toward Open Standards
The recent CITE User Group meeting highlighted the shift towards open standards in digital delivery, especially regarding DOTs and the Industry Foundation Classes (IFC).…
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Tech Is Moving Fast but the Work Still Depends on Us
The constant pressure to adopt new AI tools and tech updates can enhance efficiency but cannot replace human expertise. While tools streamline tasks and…
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The Best AutoCAD Pranks for a Fun Office Environment
The post discusses the role of lighthearted pranks in design offices to relieve stress. It shares various harmless AutoCAD pranks that can confuse users…
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Crashes, Clues, and Two Big Wins From Autodesk CER Files
In recent months, CAD stations faced significant issues such as crashes and slow performance, primarily revealed through Autodesk's CER data. Ignored by users, CER…
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When Java Became a Liability
Oracle's acquisition of Sun shifted Java to a paid subscription model, increasing compliance risks for users with outdated versions. Many teams faced unexpected costs…
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Preparing for Autodesk’s 2026 Licensing Changes
Autodesk sent another round of renewal notices this week. More increases. Fewer discounts. And another reminder that network or multi user licensing is almost…
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Convert Civil 3D Files for AutoCAD and More
This blog post explains how to convert Autodesk Civil 3D drawings for users with basic AutoCAD or older versions. Key methods include using EXPORTC3DDRAWING…
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Streamlining Autodesk Uninstall Processes in Network Environments
Seeking insights from firms on managing Autodesk product uninstalls and upgrades, highlighting issues with leftover files causing crashes. Current manual cleanup is inefficient, requiring…
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How to Generate MSDebug Files for MicroStation and OpenRoads
Slow performance in MicroStation CONNECT or OpenRoads can stem from configuration issues, network latency, or bad variables. Generating an MSDebug file helps identify these…
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Unlocking Autodesk CER: Essential Data for CAD Managers
Autodesk's Customer Error Reports (CER) are crucial for CAD Managers to diagnose crashes effectively. These reports, generated post-crash, provide insights into system information and…
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