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CAD Directions develops collaborative strategies for AEC
businesses and their technology providers.
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I concentrate on the AEC vertical market, multiple CAD platforms, and
multiple Architectural CAD systems. I act as a strategic management consultant for firms
using or considering CAD or BIM.
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Where I can help:
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My business is helping you communicate graphically. Some years ago this
meant knowing how to draw. In the later part of the 20th century this meant knowing how
to use the fax and a CAD program. Today this means being able to harness the power of
several software programs, BIM and the Internet. I can assist you in utilizing the right tool
for the right job so you can communicate with a speed undreamed of when you first began to
draw.
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Architects/Principals:
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Can you access the CAD/BIM drawings in your shop? I personally have 30 years
experience working with Architects and planners. Solving their CAD problems. I
can work with you and your staff to develop and implement effective CAD/BIM and operational
standards and procedures improving both inter office communications and streamlining your
communications with your consultants and people in the field.
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Store Planners:
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I have provided CAD solutions to store planning departments at Zales
Jewelry, The GAP, Army and Air Force Exchange Service
(AAFES), Wal-Mart and others. I understand store planning and
can address your specific needs.
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Training:
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All training is at your site, on your computers. Every course is customized to your
companies specific needs.
AutoCAD
I have been teaching Architectural draftsmen how to efficiently use AutoCAD for 20
years. My most popular courses are "AutoCAD for Architects", and "3D Modeling with AutoCAD".
Autodesk 3ds Max
This is sometimes combined with an AutoCAD 3D class.
AutoCAD Revit Architecture
This is typically a class for people already profecent with AutoCAD.
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Production:
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I can handle large volume AutoCAD and Revit drafting. For reasonable fees I can handle
your overflow work, drawn to your CAD standards (Layers, Line Weights,
Colors, Text Fonts, Xrefs, etc.). Quality is guaranteed.
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Presentations:
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I can produce everything from colored 2D plans and elevations to real-time walk-thru
3D models.
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Building Product Manufacturers :
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I help building product manufacturers provide content for digital libraries to integrate their products with Revit and BIM. More and more architects and building design professionals across the country are turning to the software program Revit and other BIM programs. Revit provides an easy way for its users to find building products on the internet and place them into their designs. These digital representations of building products are being provided by the product manufacturers and typically include both 2D and 3D models along with technical specifications, product information and links to their manufacturer’s web site.
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Revit Implimentation:
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Revit CAD Managers (sometimes called BIM Managers) are really in high demand as without them many firms fail at implementing Revit successfully and getting the productivity benefits it has to offer. I can be your BIM Manager during this critical "getting started" period and be available on an as needed basis after that, assuring you a successful Revit implementation. I can train your staff, migrate your existing design data, and set up new standards. I will draw up a comprehensive implementation plan, with schedules related to planning, converting, stages, fundamentals, families etc.
I will help you set up your first projects, complete with templates, standards, and title blocks. I will be available throughout the project lifecycle to answer your questions. I will also help analyze the project at key milestones to ensure that everything is on track and, upon project completion, will provide a summary for your future projects.
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Support:
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By phone or on-site software support and trouble shooting is available on a
per-call or contract bases.
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