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Presidents Address
Dear Friends and Colleagues, As 2012 comes to a close and the New Year is almost here, we ask ourselves - "What does the new year hold for the architecture, engineering and construction industry?" I offer four projections for 2013: 1. The rebuilding of America's infrastructure will gain momentum and design firms will turn to visualization and collaborative design process to find innovative approaches. To encourage this transition, the federal government recently passed a Transportation Bill referred to as Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century, or MAP-21. The bill contains specific language that requires states and MPOs to use visualization in planning to share project information with the public. 2. Building Information Modeling will gain even broader adoption at every level. In 2013 government agencies and owners will increase their requirements for BIM-based workflows to benefit from the efficiencies these workflows provide. 3. In 2013 more emphasis will be placed on the "I" in BIM, as BIM continues to move into the field via mobile devices and models take on a life after construction enabling more efficient facility operations and maintenance. 4. The AEC industry will begin to embrace cloud technologies. Autodesk is leading the way with the Autodesk Cloud. Autodesk Cloud is a collection of more than a dozen web-based capabilities, products and services such as Cloud rendering, Energy Analysis and simulation tools that enable AEC professionals to extend their desktops with greater mobility, new viewing and sharing capabilities, and more computing power, helping them better design, visualize and simulate their ideas.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. From our Bloggers: a. Dear Santa...do I want AutoCAD for Windows or Mac? b. The Civil 3D 2013 Service PackIts Finally Here! c. Autodesk Feature Codes 2. CADsoft Consulting Sponsors McGraw-Hill Construction 2012 SmartMarket Report Now Available for Download a. BIM adoption had grown 400% in 5 years. Which side are you on? 3. What's New a. Precision 3D Scanning b. Have you heard about Simulation CFD? 4. From Autodesk Labs a. BIM Coordinator for AutoCAD Civil 3D and Revit 5. Government a. Join us at the [acronym] Public Sector CAD Awards Virtual Event 6. Help Wanted a. ENI Technical Consultant

From all of us here at CADsoft we wish you and your loved ones a happy holidays and a happy new year!
Tim Duncan, AIA President/CEO CADsoft Consulting There is still time! December 31st is the deadline to take advantage of Section 179? Section 179 of the IRS tax code allows businesses to deduct the full purchase price of qualifying equipment and/or software purchased or financed during the tax year. That means that if you buy (or lease) a piece of qualifying equipment, you can deduct the FULL PURCHASE PRICE from your gross income. It's an incentive created by the U.S. government to encourage businesses to buy equipment and invest in themselves. Visit http://section179.org to learn more.

CADsoft Consulting Sponsors McGraw-Hill Construction 2012 SmartMarket Report Now Available for Download

AUTODESK PROMOTIONS
Is your Autodesk software at risk of expiring? Older versions of Autodesk software will lose 75% of their upgrade value in early 2013. Dont be left with software that cant be upgraded. Let us help you plan a path to protect your older Autodesk product licenses and upgrade those that may be at risk of expiring. This is your chance to move to Autodesk 2013 softwareand get enhanced productivity, new functionality, access to Autodesk 360, and morebefore upgrade pricing changes on February 1, 2013. AutoCAD LT New Seat Promotion Save up to $225* on new seats of AutoCAD LT products.

CADsoft Consulting is pleased to sponsor McGraw-Hills 2012 Construction Report. Get the scoop on AEC professionals' attitudes and experiences with Building Information Modeling (BIM) and here from AEC professionals just like you share their true feelings about working with BIMfrom reduced errors and omissions in documents to better project communication and meeting client demands. Get the report.

From our Bloggers:

Dear Santa...do I want AutoCAD for Windows or Mac? Isaac Harper, AEC Technical Consultant Although there is an exhilarating surprise not knowing whats inside the box (as you tear into it!) Is it a TIE or SOCKS? But not so much with software! People dont like surprises when it comes to their production tools. They want to know exactly what they are getting before they take it out of the box. So in this Blog I want to compare Apples to Oranges (or in this case Windows.) Read More

Big Impact. Simple Budget. Get even more done with the latest AutoCAD LT 2013 drafting and detailing software. With powerhouse 2D documentation, collaboration, and productivity tools, AutoCAD LT can help deliver what you need for both Windows and Mac platforms. Act before January 25, 2013, and save up to $225.* AutoCAD LT 2007-2009 Upgrade AutoCAD LT customers with 2007, 2008, and 2009 releases can receive a 30%* discount when you move to AutoCAD LT 2013, Inventor Suite 2013 or Revit LT Suite 2013. Financing Still Available 90-day deferred PLUS 2.9% financing for 24 and 36-month. Call us for details.

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UPCOMING AUTODESK CLASSROOM TRAINING

The Civil 3D 2013 Service PackIts Finally Here! Ron Couillard, AEC Technical Consultant Every year when new software comes out, there is great anticipation; not only for the software itself but usually for a service pack as well. In the Civil 3D world, the AutoCAD 101 2013 January 17-18 Tempe January 21-22 Albuquerque February 25-26 Tempe March 4-5 Albuquerque AutoCAD 2013 Essentials January 2-4 Tempe January 14-16 Tucson January 28-30 Albuquerque February 11-13 Tempe March 13-15 Tempe Civil 3D 2013 Essentials January 9-11 Albuquerque

cycle goes as follows: First, the AutoCAD service pack comes out, followed

by the Map 3D service pack, and then finally the Civil 3D service pack is rolled out. For this year, the AutoCAD service pack was released back in September, so we have waited a bit for the Civil 3D pack to be released. Well, wait no more because it is here: Read More

January 21-23 Tempe January 30-February 1 Tucson February18-20 Albuquerque February 27-March 1 Tempe Civil 3D for Surveyors 2013 January 3-4 Tempe Navisworks 2013 Essentials January 30-31 Tempe March 11-13 Albuquerque QTO Course February 1 Tempe

Autodesk Feature Codes David Metcalf, AEC Technical Consultant To help IT support and general users to decipher reams of product feature codes from their large scale installations, we present all the links directly to Autodesks website here: Read More

Revit Architecture 2013 Essentials January 9-11 Tempe February 13-15 Tucson February 20-22 Tempe March 20-22 Albuquerque Revit MEP 2013 Essentials January 16-18 Albuquerque February 4-6 Tempe February 20-22 Tempe February 27-March 1 Albuquerque Revit Structure 2013 Essentials February 6-8 Albuquerque To register, contact Stacie at stacie.romney@cadsoft-consult.com or call 480-820-0408

What's New

Additional classes offered (call to schedule if not listed above). AutoCAD 101 AutoCAD & AutoCAD LT Essentials AutoCAD & LT: Beyond the Basics AutoCAD Advanced Revit Architecture Essentials Revit Architecture Site & Structural Design Revit Architecture BIM Management Revit Architecture Conceptual Design & Visualization Revit Architecture Collaboration Tools Revit MEP Essentials Revit Structure Essentials Navisworks Essentials Civil 3D Essentials Civil 3D For Surveyors Map 3D Essentials AutoCAD Architecture Essentials Autodesk 3ds Max Design Essentials Autodesk Storm and Sanitary Analysis Autodesk Plant Design Essentials Autodesk Vault Basic Essentials

Fast Accurate, Non-Contact Measurement Utilizing LiDAR technology, Precision 3D scans objects, structures and landscapes to create an exceptionally detailed record and convert the data into a variety of deliverables including 3d models. As our industry continues to evolve, more and more software platforms are importing point clouds. A few examples would be AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks, Cyclone, Google Sketchup, Pointtools, Scene and many others. View a video on how point clouds work with Autodesk solutions. Watch now.

ETRAINING 2013 ON DEMAND ONLINE COURSES

A cost effective and flexible way to receive up-to-date training on Autodesk 2013 products. AutoCAD 2013 Revit Architecture 2013 Revit MEP 2013 Revit Structure 2013

Navisworks 2013 Civil 3D 2013 Inventor 2013 Click Here to learn more and order your online courses.

CONTACT US
Have you heard about Simulation CFD? Autodesk Simulation CFD software (formerly known as CFdesign) provides fast, accurate, and flexible fluid flow and thermal simulation tools to help predict product performance, optimize designs, and validate product behavior before manufacturingminimizing reliance on costly physical prototypes and getting innovative products to market faster. Easily explore and compare design alternatives and better understand the implications of design choices using an innovative Design Study Environment and automation tools. Make better design decisions earlier in the product development process with Autodesk Simulation CFD software View 9 AEC videos now on SIM TV. Click on Play Lists. Lisa Clune - 505-342-6305 AEC Consultant Tod Tussey - 602-732-5214 AEC Consultant Chris Pitts - 602-732-5213 AEC Consultant Weston Jones - 602-732-5218 AEC Consultant Steve Rush - 602-732-5217 Product/Services Manager Laurie Malone - 602-732-5320 Director Engineering Services James Foster- 602-732-5216 Engineering Services Consultant Geoff McElwain - 480-820-0408 Engineering Services Consultant Randy Ries - 602-732-7212 Engineering Services Consultant

From Autodesk Labs

William Klingberg - 602-732-5204 Engineering Services Consultant

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Share coordinate systems between AutoCAD Civil 3D and Revit. The effective organization of project data in shared or related coordinates is essential to effective collaboration across disciplines and good quality project information. BIM Coordinator for AutoCAD Civil 3D and Autodesk Revit software is a free* technology preview that assists project team members with building and site grids. Learn More CADsoft Consulting for news and info Patrick Villella for Architectural and Design Visualization Ron Couillardfor Infrastructure

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CADSOFT LOCATIONS
Join us at the [acronym] Public Sector CAD Awards Virtual Event CADsoft Consulting is proud to sponsor this years 2012 [acronym] Public Sector CAD Awards the only contest of its kind that recognizes design innovation in government. Join us and your government peers online as the winners are announced at an exciting virtual event on Wednesday, February 6, 2013. The event will showcase the best in public sector digital design from industry experts, your government peers, and more. CADsoft will be hosting a virtual trade show booth featuring a ton of information, links, blogs, and videos. Register today. Other highlights include: CAD Awards Ceremony 60 AutoCAD Tips in 60 Minutes from Autodesk Technical Evangelist, Lynn Allen Webinars featuring insights from experts on the latest trends, best practices and technologies that government agencies can leverage A Q&A with the judging panel offering insights on 2013 digital design technology, trends, and talking points A virtual exhibit hall A meet-up area where you can mingle with your peers and industry experts Tempe, AZ 1295 W. Washington St Suite 201 Tempe, AZ 85281 Ph. 480-820-0408 Tucson, AZ 4578 N. First Ave Suite 120 Tucson, AZ 85718 Ph. 520-546-2233 Albuquerque, NM 4700 Lincoln Rd NE Suite 106 Albuquerque, NM 87109 Ph. 505-342-6304 We value your feedback. Please contact Mary Macdonald, Director of Marketing, by email or by phone at (612) 669-7371 for comments and suggestions for future Newsletters. Thank you!

Help Wanted
ENI Technical Consultant The ENI Technical Consultant provides technical expertise to CADsoft Consulting, Inc.s clients (ENI - Engineering Natural Resources and Infrastructure Systems Design) in the support of Autodesk Core AutoCAD, Civil 3D (previous Land Desktop, Civil Design, Survey), Map 3D (Mapping GIS and Survey), Infrastructure Modeler, Navisworks, Raster Design, Map Guide etc. software products. In addition; Software installation to include network

deployment administration; working knowledge of basic Hardware, Windows XP and Windows 7; pre & post-sales support (on and offsite), training, project mentoring, customer demonstrations, customer technical support and assist in other products or service the company offers. The position is a direct report to CADsoft Consulting vice president and indirect to the president. Employment is full-time, approximately 40 hours per week Monday through Friday and may include some travel outside normal business hours. We are looking for someone who has the following qualifications: Candidate must have a min 5 yrs. design experience with Autodesk Civil 3D ver2012 (Previous - Land Desktop, Civil Design and Survey) products. Candidate must have a min 2 yrs. experience with the use of Autodesk Map 3D or working knowledge of Map functionality inside Civil 3D. Must be familiar with database design and integration (for GIS). MapGuide experience a plus. Professional registration (PE) or EIT certifications are a plus. Must be comfortable speaking in front of small to large-sized audiences. Customer support minded Working knowledge of Hardware and Windows Operating Systems (Client and Network) to troubleshoot installation issues. Candidates must have five years of experience with large / medium projects in Civil Engineering or a related field and be able to be considered the office expert using Civil 3D. They will need to be a self-starter, and possess excellent interpersonal and leadership skills. If you are interested or know someone who fits the above, please email jobs@cadsoft-consult.com Click here for a complete job description.

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