Austodesk recently ranked the fastest growing Spatial Information Manaement (SIM) company in the world by IDC, this week launched the Autodesk Civil 3D 2007, Autodesk Map 3D 2007, and Autodesk Raster Design 2007 software products.
These new solutions enable the integration of computer-aided design (CAD) and geospatial information system (GIS) data allowing customers to create, manage and share valuable spatial information for better decision-making and improved operational efficiency.
By enabling unprecedented access to spatial data throughout a customer’s organization, Autodesk helps municipalities, engineering and construction, public works, transportation and utility customers be more productive and provide better services.
"As our customers face ever increasing pressure to complete projects faster and with fewer resources, our 2007 product line up offers them quick implementation and improved ease of use. In this competitive environment, we are focused on enabling our customers to realize new efficiencies quickly and enjoy a fast return on investment," said Chris Bradshaw, vice president of the Infrastructure Solutions Division for Autodesk.
A comprehensive portfolio of spatial information management solutions
Delivering on its strategy to solve critical business challenges, Autodesk spatial information management solutions help customers accelerate time to market and achieve maximum project productivity and efficiency. Unlike other offerings on the market today, these solutions provide an open and flexible environment that makes valuable spatial data easy to use and easy to manage.
Autodesk’s spatial information management solutions include Autodesk Civil 3D 2007, Autodesk Map 3D 2007, Autodesk Raster Design 2007, Autodesk MapGuide Enterprise and Autodesk Utility Design. Autodesk Civil 3D and Autodesk Map 3D are built on the AutoCAD 2007 platform which enables customers to create, manage and share data with improved efficiency and productivity.
Autodesk Map 3D 2007
Autodesk Map 3D 2007 is the leading platform for creating and editing spatial data, delivering practical mapping functionality to engineers and geospatial professionals who need an open and flexible way to integrate CAD and GIS information. It complements existing GIS implementations by providing read and write access to a wide variety of geospatial data sources. Autodesk Map 3D enables quick loading, editing and management of high-volume geospatial data sets and automates entire workflows from geospatial data creation through web and intranet publishing. New features include:
• Order-of-magnitude graphics performance improvements for geospatial-scale data
• New styling tools for creation of compelling maps and designs
• Improved data management capabilities
• Ability to import Autodesk Civil 3D design data
• Easy publishing of spatial data via MapGuide Open Source or Autodesk MapGuide Enterprise
Autodesk Raster Design 2007
Autodesk Raster Design 2007 enables users to edit or vectorize scanned drawings without performing expensive redrafting. Improved functionality allows users to integrate maps, aerial photos, satellite imagery and digital elevation models to enhance presentations, design and project deliverables. New features include:
• Support for ESRI GRID files
• Read support for DTED format elevation data from NIMA (National Imaging and Mapping Agency)
• New JPEG2000 library for increased efficiency
• Compatibility with AutoCAD Electrical
For more information visit www.autodesk.com/infrastructure.