AECCafe Today Susan Smith
Susan Smith has worked as an editor and writer in the technology industry for over 16 years. As an editor she has been responsible for the launch of a number of technology trade publications, both in print and online. Currently, Susan is the Editor of GISCafe and AECCafe, as well as those sites’ … More » Quotes from AU2012 AttendeesDecember 3rd, 2012 by Susan Smith
Last week Autodesk University 2012 attendees had their fingers on the pulse of what they need to get out of the conference and their conversations reflect an interest in more information about products.
“The best investment I ever made was to take a course in AutoCAD.” “We are interested in learning about Navisworks and MEP software.” “I don’t have time to get the work done that I need to get done let alone take on a new technology.” “We don’t use BIM. We’re a university medical center and we are using FM Desktop and FM Systems and trying to get a GIS in place.” “I’m here to learn more about Map 3D.” “Those in power differ in their commitment to technology.” “FormIt sounds really interesting.” “It is a nightmare getting everything into BIM.” “In developing countries there is 60% use of color in printing architectural drawing plans. In the U.S. there is only 10%.” Tags: AutoCAD, AutoCAD MEP, Autodesk, BIM, building information modeling, FM Desktop, FM Systems, Navisworks |