20+ Years of Design, Technology & More
20+ Years of Design, Technology & More
Jon Peddie Research puts the 2D CAD market at about 5.4 billion dollars in 2025 and calls it structurally strong. I am not in the 2D camp or the 3D camp. Both have real jobs, and the interesting problem is the handoff between them.
The session "The Stack Inversion is Real" addresses the evolving role of CAD managers, highlighting how AI transforms workflows. It emphasizes that traditional CAD knowledge is less critical, while decision-making responsibilities grow. The speaker invites participants to discuss crash data and reference loops, fostering a collaborative environment to improve CAD management.
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.
The Accidental Empire
How a band of UNIVAC hackers, a borrowed plotter, and five long-shot bets became one of the most influential software companies ever built. The oral history Autodesk never officially told. Here are the Oral History of many early Autodesk founders and those in its early history.
Autodesk sent another round of renewal notices this week. More increases. Fewer discounts. And another reminder that network or multi user licensing is almost gone. None of this is new, but the pattern is getting harder to ignore. “We’re committed…
As design tools evolve, CAD standards must also adapt to ensure consistency, accuracy, and efficiency in projects. Regular reviews, conducted quarterly or yearly, will capture lessons learned, incorporate new efficiencies, and standardize updates. This proactive approach fosters collaboration and maintains quality, ensuring standards align with current workflows and technology.
Shaan shares insights from my dual experience as an Autodesk customer and product team member. Key lessons include prioritizing must-have features using the Kano Model, ensuring features align with business goals, leveraging data, and understanding customer feedback context. Additionally, fostering a culture of learning and storytelling can drive innovation and customer loyalty.
I came across this great reminder from Darren Flynn on LinkedIn today.“No one remembers if you were late. Everyone remembers if you were wrong.” That’s the truth in engineering. Deadlines can move. Mistakes last forever. In our world, a missed…
CAD standards must remain current to ensure consistency and efficiency. Outdated standards lead to disengagement and inconsistency in design practices. Regular reviews, user involvement, clear documentation, effective communication, and ease of use are essential for maintaining effective standards. Continuously evolving standards align teams and promote smooth project execution.
Design and construction software isn’t cheap. And it shouldn’t be—when it works, it pays for itself.
But measuring value isn’t always straightforward. You’re not just buying features. You’re investing in time saved, risk avoided, and work that flows smoother between teams.
Here’s how to figure out if your software is actually pulling its weight.