20+ Years of Design, Technology & More
20+ Years of Design, Technology & More
AI in AEC is not a technology problem - it's a data problem. Shaan Hurley recaps the AUGICon 2026 Applied AI in AECO panel: what's working, what's amplifying the mess, and why AEC is heading toward specialized tools on shared platforms.
If you’ve been managing or using Autodesk products for a few years, you’ve probably cracked open a CER file at some point. Customer Error Reporting is Autodesk’s built-in crash reporting system, and it’s been around for a long time. When…
The annual budget season is a test of patience for CAD managers, where spreadsheets become battlegrounds as they navigate potential price increases. Expecting flat rates is a fragile hope, but the real threat lies in subtle cost escalations cloaked as 'simplification.' As loyalty wanes quietly, firms must prepare for an 80% solution that balances reliability and cost.
Oracle's acquisition of Sun shifted Java to a paid subscription model, increasing compliance risks for users with outdated versions.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 due to older Oracle Java installations. Open-source alternatives like OpenJDK offer safer, cost-effective solutions. Regular audits and proactive management can help minimize financial liability and compliance issues.