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News Release from: Autodesk | Subject: Autodesk solutions
Edited by the Manufacturingtalk Editorial Team on 14 October 2003

Autodesk solutions for Electricity
Distribution

Electricity Distribution Utilities Boast Improved Service and Faster Resolution of Electricity Outages with Autodesk Solutions

Autodesk, the world's leading design software and digital content company, has announced the availability of solutions for electric utilities of all sizes to better manage network information, realise greater management efficiency, resolve problems faster and improve service Utilities can realise such benefits by automating labour-intensive processes while integrating with existing systems through Autodesk solutions

Autodesk solutions for electricity distribution utilities integrate GIS and CAD software with tailored services for each individual utility.

From planning and engineering to design, construction, operations and maintenance, Autodesk helps electric utilities automate labour-intensive processes while integrating with existing systems.

"Only Autodesk offers a cost-effective, integrated and flexible solution to store, manage and maintain network information using integrated CAD and GIS tools," said Chris Bradshaw, vice president of the Infrastructure Solutions Division at Autodesk.

Autodesk solutions for electric utilities help those utilities design, store, manage and maintain network information so they can operate transmission and distribution infrastructure safely, efficiently and profitably using integrated CAD and GIS tools, services including: * Autodesk GIS Design Server (central facilities data store).

* AutoCAD and Autodesk Map (facilities layout and asset management).

* Autodesk MapGuide (data distribution and decision support).

* Autodesk Raster Design (understanding existing conditions).

* Autodesk Envision (visualisation and analysis).

* Autodesk OnSite Enterprise and View (mapping data for the mobile workforce).

* Autodesk Professional Services including: - Process audit.

- Implementation consulting and training.

- Business application integration Autodesk helps electric utilities build information models that describe their distribution infrastructure in terms of facility characteristics, locations, connectivity and routing from source to customer.

An example of the uses of this model, built on the Autodesk MapGuide software platform, includes vehicle tracking, trouble management and outage response, one call, inspection and maintenance, view work and engineering analysis.

Availability.

Autodesk solutions for electric utilities are currently available in English in the United Kingdom and Ireland.

Flexible service and subscription options.

Autodesk Professional Services maintains a team of highly qualified and experienced industry professionals who are experts in infrastructure management to help customers maximise the value of their investment in Autodesk technology.

They consult with customers to determine software needs; assist with installation, setup and implementation; train staff to use the software; and support them with expert technical assistance.

For more information, visit www.autodesk.com/professionalservices.

The Autodesk Subscription Programme is the most efficient way for Autodesk customers to stay current with the latest design technology and to benefit from simplified software management and easy budgeting.

For an annual fee, the programme provides the latest versions of licensed Autodesk software, including extensions, offering a budget-conscious way to stay current with the latest technology.

Autodesk Subscription customers benefit from increased productivity, predictable budgeting and simplified licence management and reporting.

They also receive the latest Autodesk software releases, incremental enhancements, e-Learning and optional Web support.

For more information, visit Autodesk.co.uk - Subscription Centre. Request a free brochure from Autodesk ...

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