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News Release from: Autodesk
Edited by the Manufacturingtalk Editorial
Team on 11 June 2007
Autodesk partner programme extended
Autodesk increases software developers within the Autodesk Developer Network (ADN)
Autodesk has announced that an increasing number of software developers within the Autodesk Developer Network (ADN) - a global network of more than 2,700 technology partners - are creating software that enhances and extends the functionality of Autodesk's manufacturing solutions As a result, it is easier than ever for manufacturing companies to enjoy a broad range of fully integrated and interoperable solutions that help them experience their ideas before they're built
This article was originally published on Manufacturingtalk on 22 Feb 2006 at 8.00am (UK)
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"Outsourcing, mass customisation and global competitiveness are reshaping the manufacturing industry and the way companies design and manufacture products," said Robert "Buzz" Kross, vice president of Autodesk Manufacturing Solutions.
"By working closely with software companies around the world, we can provide solutions that address every facet of the design-through-manufacturing process".
"Every product that customers need to visualise, simulate and analyse for real-world performance - early in the design process - is available right now through Autodesk and its partner network".
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Third-party support has been particularly strong for Autodesk Inventor software - the foundation for digital prototyping.
With its DWG TrueConnect capability, Inventor is the best choice for companies that want to add the power of 3D to existing 2D processes and incorporate analysis and simulation of real world performance into their workflow.
More than 75 vendors have participated in the Autodesk Inventor Certified Application Programme, with more applying for certification every day.
These vendors' products have demonstrated the highest level of interoperability with Autodesk Inventor software and adhere to Autodesk-supplied guidelines, so that customers can get the best working combination of products to meet their needs.
Autodesk Inventor Certified partners deliver software and services in a variety of areas.
TechniCon Systems, an Autodesk Inventor Certified partner, develops Web-based product catalog and configuration software that allows manufacturers to market and sell complex products online.
Its software is used by manufacturers concerned with mass customisation across a wide spectrum of industries, including industrial components, electronics, transportation, lighting and contract furniture.
"The Autodesk Developer Network allows us to develop software that enables Inventor users to extend their CAD footprint beyond engineering and into the product sales, marketing and IT domains," said Tony Mirante, President of TechniCon.
"Using Inventor to power online product configuration and digital prototyping makes it easier for manufacturers to sell complex products and allows component manufacturers to get their products specified earlier in their customer's design process". Request free introductory details about products from Autodesk ...
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