After years of an increasing proportion of downloads for Windows, Linux is rallying among MEDUSA4 Personal users. The free CAD system is used by hobby and professional engineers in 165 countries (with a pay-per-result portal for commercial use). Professional Drafting Toolset on Linux CAD Schroer has been comparing download statistics from January to April 2014 to the same period in 2013, and is pleased to see Linux on the rise again a period of decline. “Offering a professional drafting toolset on Linux as well as Windows has always been one of our differentiators,” says Patrick Sernetz of CAD Schroer. “Almost 20% of our 2014 downloads so far were for Linux, up from 17.5% in 2013.” Linux Even Stronger Among Top 10 Among the top 10 download countries in the first quarter of 2014, 26.3% of users chose Linux, up from 13.9% in the same period from 2013. Countries that have seen an increase

Dassault Systèmes today announced that it is expanding its consulting and systems integration alliances and repositioning its services activities to help clients transform their business on global basis. This responds to client demands for enhanced and accelerated value creation through privileged access to Dassault Systèmes’ integrated ecosystem of business and technology consulting. In today’s age of experience, technology and market forces are disrupting industry practices, driving digital transformations throughout the entire enterprise. The 3DEXPERIENCE platform is paving the way for new business experiences that extend far beyond engineering practices to unleash new value creation mechanisms for its adopters. Dassault Systèmes recognizes that a strong global network of digital business consulting and technology services is an important component to this change. The company will offer management and technology consulting practices worldwide with its internal experts and together with its consulting and systems integration partners, throughout all aspects of a client’s transformation, from business ideation

3D PLM Software (3D PLM), a joint venture between Geometric Limited and Dassault Systèmes, today announced the creation of a subsidiary, 3D PLM Global Services Pvt. Ltd. (3DGS). 3DGS is a global services delivery center, dedicated to offering highly scalable best-in-class quality delivery services to Dassault Systèmes, Geometric and other Dassault Systèmes partners—including systems integrators—in order to enhance and accelerate the deployment of Dassault Systèmes’ 3DEXPERIENCE platform. The subsidiary combines the expertise and best practices of Geometric and Dassault Systèmes in product configuration, technology and services across multiple industries and addresses the complete Dassault Systèmes portfolio. Specifically, these customers will benefit from 3DGS’ efficient, confidential and cost-effective service offerings in Dassault Systèmes solutions implementation, upgrade/migration, maintenance and support as well as educational services through offshore or onshore resources augmentation, work packages or ticket-based engagements. “A strong ecosystem of global IT consulting, technology services and outsourcing companies is a strategic component to supporting the digital enterprise transformation that

Free educational webinar, focused on how to use the cloud as an environment for managing IP, will take place on March 11, 2015 ANN ARBOR, Michigan, 5 February 2015— CIMdata, Inc., the leading global PLM strategic management consulting and research firm, announces an upcoming free educational webinar, “High Tech, PLM, and the Cloud.” The webinar will take place on March 11th at 11:00 a.m. (EDT). This webinar will discuss common perceptions about the cloud, the business value of PLM in the cloud, and the special considerations users should factor into their PLM and cloud discussions. The webinar will be presented by Laila Hirr, Senior Consultant & High Technology Electronics Practice Manager at CIMdata. “There has been a recent explosion of announcements regarding PLM offerings in the cloud, yet there are still a lot of misperceptions about what that means,” says Hirr. “High Tech companies, being entrepreneurial and innovation focused, are the most likely

Mentor Graphics Corporation today announced the availability of Automotive Ethernet support in the Volcano™ VSA™ product for network design of both AUTOSAR-based and non-AUTOSAR electronic control units (ECUs).  Increasingly, in areas in which high bandwidth and reliable performance are essential Ethernet is being used. These include advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), vehicle network backbones, audio video bridging (AVB) systems, and diagnostic communication over Internet Protocol (DoIP). The Mentor® Volcano VSA tool addresses the network-wide timing analysis challenges where a mixture of CAN, FlexRay, and Ethernet-based network busses co-exist. The AUTOSAR standard supports timing definition for all elements in a mixed-topology network. The Volcano VSA tool addresses the challenge of accounting for the many different timing paths. “The rapid growth of software and electronic systems in today’s vehicles has meant that existing vehicle network technologies are not able to handle the data communication load created,” said Scot Morrison, general manager, Embedded Runtime Solutions, Mentor Graphics. 

Rand Worldwide announced that its IMAGINiT Technologies and Rand Facilities Management divisions are now united under the IMAGINiT Technologies brand. The first service borne from this new collaboration, the FM and BIM Connection Service, enables AEC firms to demonstrate the value of extending the rich data within the building information model (BIM) into the facilities management phase of the building lifecycle. “Building lifecycle management is a hot topic today resonating with both construction firms and owners,” said Joe Eichenseer, director of technical resources for the newly created Building Lifecycle Solutions team at IMAGINiT Technologies. “There is a wealth of rich information created when a building is designed, or a renovation is undertaken. Being able to effectively manage the flow of building information from concept to maintenance to tear-down is the next step in the evolution of BIM, and we are ready to support our clients across all parts of the equation.” “We constantly evaluate our business

Geospatial Corporation announced the release of GeoUnderground version 2.2. GeoUnderground is a secure, enterprise strength, location-based Infrastructure Management System delivered via the cloud in a SaaS model with a single low monthly fee. GeoUnderground allows users to securely gather, share, view and edit all types of geo-referenced information from their laptop, tablet or phone. Engineers, contractors and utility employees in the field can easily collaborate and share data with colleagues located anywhere in the world without the need for expensive hardware, software or trained GIS technicians. Geo-Docs is a file-sharing platform within GeoUnderground allowing for real-time document sharing, editing and data management on an interactive map. Geo-Docs stores, shares and manages via the cloud, geo-referenced video, photos, schedules, inspection documents, forms or any other information needed to successfully complete a new construction project, a renovation or an asset management program. Great things about Geo-Docs: All of your files are geo-referenced. They are in one-place

Bluebeam® Software announces the release of Bluebeam Revu® 2015, the latest version of the company’s award-winning flagship solution. Revu 2015 introduces new features that enable project teams to keep complex document sets organized and up to date, ensuring all team members are on the same page. “To meet the demands of complex projects and condensed timelines, project teams need technology to simplify communication between project stakeholders and remove workflow redundancies," says Richard Lee, Bluebeam Software President and CEO. “Revu 2015 presents and polishes features that make marking up and managing document sets easier with greater markup tool functionality and batch automation, as well as more flexibility with how project information is shared.” Expect Smarter Markups One of Bluebeam’s most highly anticipated markup features is now available in Revu 2015. Sketch Tools allow users to quickly create new shapes to exacting measurements based on a PDF’s calibrated scale. The tools give users real-time length and angle

Today Autodesk, Inc. announced that new commercial seats of most standalone desktop software products will be available only by Desktop Subscription beginning February 1, 2016. Through these changes, Autodesk is continuing its transition to subscription-based offerings for its products, which provide customers a simplified product management and deployment experience, and makes it easier to introduce new tools and technology into the workflow with lower upfront cost and the ability to pay as you go. “Our customers have long asked for greater flexibility and more value from their software investments. The shift to subscription allows Autodesk to deliver both, as well as an improved user experience and easier access to a broader portfolio of technology.” "How the world is designed and made is changing, and how software is delivered is changing as well. The companies that embrace these changes will lead their industries toward a more nimble, connected and richer future,” said Andrew Anagnost, Autodesk senior vice

Mascaró, the Spanish designer and manufacturer of high-quality women’s footwear, has selected Centric Software to provide its product lifecycle management (PLM) software. Mascaró selected Centric because it is easy to use, visually attractive and flexible enough to support continuous changes between collections, says Ursula Mascaró, the company’s artistic director. “Centric is the right fit. The Centric staff has an excellent reputation. They know the market, know the industry, and maintain tremendous expertise.” The company joins Camper, Cortefiel and MANGO as Centric’s fourth Spanish customer, and second Spanish footwear customer. Mascaró will use the Centric 8 PLM software for retail, fashion and footwear makers to enhance visibility and increase efficiency throughout the product development process. “The instantaneous view on collection status and fully consolidated information mean our teams can move away from reliance on spreadsheets,” says Julio de Olives, managing director of Mascaró. As a result, he explains, the company will reduce the number of low-value