Design Data's Increased BIM Efforts Paying Off For SDS/2 CustomersFor years, Design Data has been actively and aggressively responding to industry BIM needs by working to create functional tools within the software. Enhancements include developing a 3D electronic application to enable engineers to approve the model; improved imports and exports, such as an IFC export that includes sequencing and status information; and creation of an interface for collaborative software, such as Navisworks and Solibri. Through software development, users have the ability to export models that can be imported into all the major collaborative products that create a federated (BIM) model. Design Data's BIM efforts extend beyond software development. The company has also established relationships with BIM coordinators to assist our customers in meeting BIM requirements. This outreach also extends to industry education -- making those in the BIM process aware that SDS/2 is a key part of the process and will satisfy deliverable requirements. Read More |
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NASCC Highlight: Improving Shop Drawing Review ProcessThe NASCC Conference -- to be held May 11 -14 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania -- includes a session that focuses on the specific ways companies can utilize enhanced technology to improve the quality of their shop drawing review. The Improving the Shop Drawing Review Process session will include several demonstrations and panelist discussions. Design Data's Michelle McCarthy and Harley Ellis Devereaux's Jim Corsiglia are among the scheduled panelists. The session is slated for Friday, May 13 at 8:00 a.m. To view NASCC's advance program, click here. |