Initially previewed at the 2018 Vectorworks Design Summit, global design and BIM software provider, Vectorworks, Inc., has launched a centralized e-learning platform, Vectorworks University. As the main repository of training resources, Vectorworks University is a new platform for designers, educators and users across the architecture, landscape architecture and entertainment industries.

“Vectorworks University is a tremendous new learning platform that demonstrates our commitment to our customers’ education,” said Juan Almansa, customer success director at Vectorworks. “From new customers seeking to learn our software for the first time all the way to seasoned experts, they’ll be able to master their skills in...

Kubotek3D announced the K-Compare Revision program, a new stand-alone CAD model comparison software built on the universal CAD architecture of the Kubotek Kosmos 3D framework. The new program assures effective communication during the critical hand-off of engineering changes between product design and manufacturing.

K-Compare Revision software enables its users to:

• Identify all changes to the model and data
• Communicate detailed understanding of changes to all stakeholders
• Handle design files from any major source
• Quickly create complete reports

“Confidently identifying all the differences between two versions of a CAD model is the first of several valuable benefits of K-Compare Revision,” says Andre Beaupre,...

Gerber Technology pushes boundaries of innovation with a single, unique platform that fully connects the supply chain from design to production leveraging 2D/3D CAD, PLM and Industry 4.0 enabled Smart Machines. With the release of AccuMark 12.2, which has more than 46,000 users worldwide, the 50-year-old pioneer will solidify its position as the leading end-to-end platform by effectively streamlining the workflow through the ability to increase productivity, identify fit issues, and decrease the lead time from an average of 57 weeks to as little as a few days. This covers not only the area of digital product development but also the connection...

Penumbra Inc. has selected Siemens Opcenter™ Execution Medical Device and Diagnostics (formerly known as Camstar Medical Device Suite) from Siemens Digital Industries Software to support its growing business and innovation goals. The solution, which enables paperless manufacturing in an FDA-regulated environment, will be the foundation for an operational excellence platform designed to establish a more predictable manufacturing process and supply chain, while also providing the foundation for continued, rapid growth. 

“When we embarked on this journey I was mainly interested in four areas; in-line data verification, elimination of paper storage, reduction of resources doing DHR review, and the...

Nexa3D announced that former PPG Industries and Tyco International Chief Financial Officer Frank S. Sklarsky has joined its board of directors.

Among the many leadership roles he has held, Sklarsky served as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of PPG Industries (PPG), a Fortune 500 leading provider of paints, coatings and specialty materials. Previously Frank served as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Tyco International, a global provider of security, fire protection and flow control solutions. Prior to Tyco, Sklarsky spent 20 years with Chrysler and DaimlerChrysler, in progressively senior roles culminating as a Corporate...

VT Garment, an outdoor and sports apparel manufacturer in Thailand, has successfully adopted Centric Software’s Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) solution.

Founded in 1981, VT Garment is a leader in Thailand’s innovative textile manufacturing industry, designing and manufacturing sportswear and outerwear for names such as Patagonia, Jack Wolfskin, Montbell and Adidas. VT Garment takes pride in being one of the largest manufacturers in the world to have earned Fair Trade certification.

Responding to industry pressure to increase speed to market, VT Garment selected Centric 8 PLM. VT Garment became Centric’s first customer in Thailand, and successfully implemented...

As main sponsor of the 36th Project Management Forum, CONTACT Software shows how companies can benefit from agile and hybrid methods with the Project Office project management solution and implement engineering projects faster.

The most important conference for project management in Europe will take place in Nuremberg from the 22nd to the 23rd of October 2019. Around 1,000 decision-makers and project managers will be discussing the most important trends and topics in the industry. CONTACT Software presents the latest version of its project management solution Project Office to the public. The focus is on agile and hybrid...

The CONTACT Global Ecosystem gets a new certification system that makes it easier for customers to choose a suitable service provider. Two partners based in China and India have already been certified by CONTACT Software: EUCI Software and Robert Bosch Engineering and Business Solutions.

CONTACT Software has started a program with which the company makes the quality level of its partners recognizable. "Our international network is growing rapidly," says Michael S. Murgai, the manager responsible for the CONTACT Global Ecosystem. "This is why customers are increasingly asking for support in their search for a suitable service provider.” The rating...

SAP announced more powerful platform capabilities and embedded intelligence in applications, setting customers on the fastest path to turn data into business value.

The announcement was made at the SAP TechEd conference being held September 24–26 in Las Vegas and the Strata Data Conference being held September 23–26 in New York City.

“There is growing demand from our customers and partners to easily extend and integrate their solutions as well as build completely new apps,” said Juergen Mueller, chief technology officer and member of the Executive Board of SAP SE. “They also want to bring their infrastructure-as-a-service of choice. With...

Infor announced the general availability (GA) of its Infor Coleman AI (Artificial Intelligence) Platform for embedded machine learning models. The platform provides the speed, repeatability and personalization needed for enterprises to fully operationalize AI – and it serves as a key building block for Infor’s Intelligent CloudSuite.

Today’s enterprise AI environment is characterized by a myriad of developer-centric tools, which are designed primarily for experimental projects. With these tools, it is difficult to implement complete projects — and services quality and speed are painfully slow. As a result, the practical use of AI and machine learning in the...