It was just announced that Autodesk is acquiring PlanGrid. ”Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADSK) has signed a definitive agreement to acquire PlanGrid, a leading provider of construction productivity software, for $875 million net of cash. This acquisition will enable Autodesk to offer a more comprehensive, cloud-based construction platform.” Read…
Read MoreSpotted this from my Toronto Research colleague Hali Larsen @HaliLarsen this morning: Have an innovative project in mind that you are trying to get off the ground? In need of support for hardware, software, or fabrication? Apply to the Residency Program at Autodesk Toronto! https://startupheretoronto.com/type/startup-news/autodesk-technology-centre-in-toronto-accepting-residency-applications/ “The Toronto centre…
Read MoreWe are excited to be reintroducing the Fusion 360 Meetup in our new Portland Autodesk office located in the Central Eastside Industrial District. When:Thursday November 15:00 PM ‐ 8:00 PM Where:Autodesk Portland221 SE Ankeny St, Portland, Oregon Agenda:5:00 pm – 5:30 pm Arrive, socialize, eat and drink, check…
Read MoreI am working remote from Seattle this week for several reasons. Tuesday I had my FAA Part 107 renewal exam for commercial SUAS pilot – and passed. I did a lot of studying and practice tests. I can’t recommend RemotePilot101.com enough and first learned of them in our…
Read MoreAutodesk made a great announcement today about simplifying Fusion 360 tiers into just one for a low annual price for an amazing mechanical and industrial design tool. “On October 7th, 2018, we are enhancing Fusion 360 to a single product offering that includes ALL available functionality. We want…
Read MoreFor those in the US that have access to a TV with the History Channel, there is a television series named Project Impossible that Autodesk helped sponsor showing our customers as well as some Autodesk employees on some large projects. The series celebrates the engineers, builders and construction…
Read MoreDo you have a great tip or unique content that you would like to share with Autodesk product users around the world for fame and good karma? While on sabbatical starting Friday June 22nd, I would love to share your amazing content as guest posts for others to…
Read MoreWe have hundreds of job requisitions and looking for talented new hires to join us. If you or someone you know is interested feel free to reach out to me or go to our careers website and have a look. Autodesk is consistently one of the top places…
Read MoreYesterday June 6th, 2018 Autodesk held a series of events to officially open the new Portland office and introduce ourselves to Portland. An employee event was held in the afternoon led by Autodesk CEO Andrew Anagnost with Autodesk’s entire CEO staff in attendance.Later in the evening we gave…
Read MoreThe Accelerate with Autodesk event is September 19th and 20th and is for those interested in the future of design and manufacturing. The early bird rate is only $49 until June 15, 2018 for 2 days of sessions. You will also get a bonus tour of the MaRS…
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