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- posted 12/15/06 by Dave Simeone Expectations…
There are many programs and resources that have been developed or that we’ve learned we need to add to help companies move from their historical civil/survey software solution to Autodesk Civil 3D. Learning new commands, understanding changes in workflow, implementing Vault or using data shortcuts, etc, etc… Those are all things that we expected to be challenges and we’ve invested in resources to help you through it.
The one that I think we all underestimated and that’s harder to solve is Expectations.
Huh?
The “big picture” justification for why your company is going through this disruptive change needs to be set clearly for everyone in the organization. How many times have you heard…
From the savvy production, software employees…
“… I can do the same task <> just as fast in my current product… why spend time learning something new if it’s not that much faster?”
From the CTO or CAD Coordinator…
“… it’s just an upgrade to LDT so we’re planning on a 3 day training class”
A common theme that we’ve seen with companies who have thrived through the transition process is that they’ve worked hard to make sure that everyone on the team understands…
- The ultimate business benefits - whatever is most important to you company (e.g., the ability to absorb client or approval revisions, ability to do more with less, ability to explore more design changes, etc).
- The plan that you’ll follow (fast vs. slow; limited pilots; whatever you define as the best plan for your company)
- The impact/cost (be realistic that people will need to be trained, short-term productivity will likely take a hit, etc)
So, the LDT Power-user needs to know that the real benefit isn’t in the initial creation of the pipe network (although I’d rather use this than LDT any day…). Rather it’s the fact that production drafting in all profiles and section sheets will update if the pipe network changes. And the person who’s going to pay for training and other implementation services needs to understand that the production team will be more competitive and will be able to provide a higher level of service in the end.
So…
Whatever path you chose, do NOT underestimate the importance of setting proper expectations throughout the entire organization.
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Need to use Autodesk products at home?
Posted 12/11/06 by Dave Simeone
I’ve had many people ask me how they go about using Autodesk Civil 3D or other Autodesk products at home. In some cases, employees want to be able to explore new products like Civil 3D on their own. In other cases, employees need to occasionally work from home. Up until now it’s been a bit of a license management challenge – particularly for those of you who use network license versions of product.
New Subscription Benefit – Autodesk Home Use Policy
Per the Autodesk Subscription team…
The Autodesk Home Use Policy is now in effect. This new exclusive benefit is available for commercial subscription customers. Under the Autodesk Home Use Policy, subscription customers may, after agreeing to an ancillary agreement, install their office software media for eligible products on a home computer for business use.
Standalone license customers will use their existing serial number for a second installation at home. Network license customers will be required to submit a Home Use License Application (HULA) form to Autodesk. After approval by Autodesk, the customer will be issued a home use “companion” serial number to be used to activate standalone installations on home computers.
Home Use policy information is now available on Subscription Center.
I wanted to make sure that you’re all aware of this new subscription benefit. From what I can tell, it should eliminate the issues that many of you have had with enabling employees to use Civil 3D or other Autodesk products at home.
Note - I'm note sure this is available in all countries/geos yet. I'll confirm and update everyone.
Cheers
Dave S
