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Cadence Design Systems, Inc. announced results for the first quarter of fiscal year 2014.  Cadence reported first quarter 2014 revenue of $379 million, compared to revenue of $354 million reported for the same period in 2013. On a GAAP basis, Cadence recognized net income of $33 million, or $0.11 per share on a diluted basis, in the first quarter of 2014, compared to net income of $79 million, or $0.27 per share on a diluted basis, in the same period in 2013. GAAP net income for the first quarter of 2013 included a $34 million income tax benefit due to a release of an uncertain tax position.  Using the non-GAAP measure defined below, net income in the first quarter of 2014 was $59 million, or $0.20 per share on a diluted basis, as compared to net income of $61 million, or $0.21 per share on a diluted basis, in the same period

Rand Worldwide today announced its Rand 3D division will have a significant presence at the COE 2014 PLM Conference and TechniFair. Rand 3D experts will showcase their complete Dassault Systèmes design engineering solutions including software, training, support and consulting services as well as lead a training session on SIMULIA non-linear analysis. The conference will be held at the Hilton Anaheim in Orange County, California from April 27-30, 2014. “Purchasing a software solution is just the first step in the implementation journey,” says Grant O’Donnell, sales director, enterprise applications for Rand Worldwide. “As a valued Dassault Systèmes Solutions Partner, Rand 3D also provides, training, support and consulting services for the latest software releases of CATIA, DELMIA, ENOVIA, 3DVIA and PLM Express. Our experts are certified in both instructional delivery and software use. Combined, they bring over 60 years of knowledge to the table as well as real-world experience that adds a unique perspective to the

Smart2Market and intrinSIM announced today a collaborative agreement that will allow both firms to expand services and deliver greater expertise to companies in the high tech industry. Smart2Market is a marketing services firm specializing in the high-tech industry, and intrinSIM is a business development firm specializing in engineering software. The collaboration brings together the core strengths of each company to offer a more comprehensive skill set and a broader knowledge base to clients. Smart2Market delivers strong capabilities in marketing strategy, directions, and communications, and a deep experience with channel partners in the engineering software and hardware space. intrinSIM is focused on engineering applications/technology and associated route to market, bringing proficiency in business development and sales management. Together, the two firms will be able to offer clients even more strategic value on specific projects that require a broader range and depth of skills and expertise. “For the past ten plus years, Smart2Market has sought out the

GRAPHISOFT Partners from across the world descended upon Budapest this week for its 2014 International Partner Conference (IPC). The event was the biggest yet, with over 400 people representing 175 Partners over its 3 days. Each year the Graphisoft International Partner Conference (IPC) is capped off with an Awards evening where a handful of partners are recognised for their exceptional achievements promoting and expanding the use of Graphisoft design technology. This year we are proud to announce that Cadimage Group won the prestigious ‘Distributor of the Year’ award for the very first time. Campbell Yule, Managing Director of Cadimage Group, was in Hungary to receive the award, and while he was “…proud to achieve this award", he added that he "couldn't have received it without the effort of our fantastic team and customers in New Zealand.” Campbell was also invited to present the New Zealand Story at the conference, providing attendees with the

Webinar to address how organizations connect their innovation investments with strategic business objectives for competitive advantage ANN ARBOR, Michigan, 22 April 2014—CIMdata, Inc., the leading global PLM strategic management consulting and research firm announces that Stan Przybylinski, Vice President of Research, will take part in a webinar sponsored by Sopheon on how to overcome the innovation and strategic business alignment disconnect. This presentation will focus on the problems faced by companies seeking to connect innovation investments with strategic business objectives. Insights from a recent CIMdata study with industry practitioners will be provided. The webinar will be of interest to those involved in the strategic planning process and those who are responsible for the innovation of products, services, processes, or infrastructure to support strategic business goals. “Innovation is central to the strategy of many companies,” says Przybylinski. “Common practice is to use a strategic planning process to go from vision to mission to strategy. Depending on the industry,

MecSoft Corporation, the developer of computer aided manufacturing (CAM) software solutions, has announced VisualXPORT 2014 for Inventor. VisualXPORT for Inventor is a direct plug-in for Inventor, letting users export their parts in VisualMILL formatted files (.vcp). The solution provides an enhanced workflow for companies that design in Inventor and use VisualMILL in their manufacturing process. "MecSoft is an Inventor Certified CAM developer, and so we are very familiar with the unique needs of Inventor users,” stated Uday Honnalagere, Support Manager for MecSoft. “VisualXPORT for Inventor was created as a direct result of the feedback received from our customers. They needed enhanced export capabilities in Inventor beyond supporting STL, IGES and STEP formats while not having to give up using our standalone CAD/CAM software, VisualCAD/CAM.” VisualXPORT 2014 for Inventor can be used to export 2D & 3D Sketches (curves), solids with combined faces, solids with separate faces and individual surfaces. With VisualXPORT 2014 for

ESAB Welding & Cutting Products announces the release of Columbus III™ version 1.2, a powerful CAD/CAM programming and nesting software optimized for plasma, oxy-fuel, laser and waterjet cutting. This latest version of Columbus III offers many new features and updates to make programming easier and more efficient, improve material utilization, increase productivity, and streamline workflow. The new release provides improved CAD functionality with a standard shape library that makes it easier and faster to create part programs using an extensive collection of pre-defined part geometries. Columbus III version 1.2 enables parts to be imported from an existing assembly without the need for customized import filters, providing more efficient data exchange from Columbus to ERP, better production control and easier integration. The integration into complex ERP systems is no longer a costly customizing process. The new software improves remnant creation by automatically optimizing the remnant cut geometry on the existing layout. This simplifies the

Datakit announces a wide range of new plug-ins for SolidWorks conversion. CATIA V5 3D to SolidWorks Overview Enables accurate and convenient CAD data transfer from CATIA V5 to SolidWorks. Does not require a license of CATIA V5. Converts part and assembly files: .CATPart and .CATProduct files Data can be filtered based on entity type and visibility. Enables meta data import in SolidWorks. Batch mode process: Batch option or multiple file select (Needs a specific license). Certified "gold product" by SolidWorks. Version (CATIAV5_3d: R10 to R23 (V5-6R2013)) (SolidWorks: 2011 to 2014) Solid Edge 3D to SolidWorks Overview Enables accurate and convenient CAD data transfer from Solid Edge to SolidWorks. Does not require a license of Solid Edge. Converts part and assembly files: .par .psm and .asm files Data can be filtered based on entity type and visibility. Enables meta data import in SolidWorks. Batch mode process: Batch option or multiple file select (Needs a specific license). Version (Solid Edge: 10 to ST5) (SolidWorks: 2011 to 2014) JT 3D to SolidWorks Overview Enables accurate and convenient

FEA Training Consultants Inc., a licensed engineering company and authorized SolidWorks value added reseller specializing in SolidWorks 3D CAD design, SolidWorks Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and SolidWorks Fluid Flow (CFD) Analysis, is pleased to announce hands-on training session for SolidWorks Electrical 2014 in collaboration with SolidWorks Corporation. The two day event will be held on 26th and 28th May 2014, from 2pm to 5pm at 1107 Lorne Park Road, Suite 202, Mississauga, ON L5H 3A1. The event will help attendees advance their SolidWorks Electrical skills and manage complex schematic designs with ease. They will also learn how to reuse existing designs for the benefit of their companies. The training will also cover the latest, greatest features of SolidWorks Electrical 2D, SolidWorks Electrical 3D as well as a host of complementary solutions to real-world challenges that mechanical engineers and product designers routinely encounter. “We are happy to organize this complimentary hands-on training session.

Gerber Technology is proud to support the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA)’s Fashion Manufacturing Initiative (FMI) with a donation of hardware systems and AccuMark® 9.0 software. FMI is in affiliation with the New York City Economic Development Corp. CFDA’s Fashion Manufacturing Initiative is an investment fund that will help New York City factories and production facilities grow and sustain their businesses through the acquisition of innovative equipment, advanced technology, worker training and professional development programs. During the inaugural round of funding, the initiative received 40 applications, which were narrowed down to 12 finalists – 7 of which received grants. Applications for the next round of CFDA’s FMI funding will be available in July 2014 on CFDA.com. Mike Elia, President and CEO of Gerber, said, “New York City is an integral part of the global apparel and fashion industry. We have more than 400 customers in New York City and the