This case study will explore the transformative impact that Forma software has on environmental simulations and urban design, empowering designers to reclaim tasks that have traditionally relied on specific experts or skilled individuals. Using Forma, we’ve achieved remarkable milestones, including a 400% increase in implementation projects, a tenfold expansion in the diversity of simulations, and an 80% cost reduction. These advancements are “democratizing simulations,” making them accessible to a wider range of designers. Additionally, we’ve customized libraries and workflows to align with Japan-specific regulations, resulting in a 300% increase in implementation projects and a reduction in the lead time for initial outputs by a third. Through innovative application of Forma, designers have experienced significant improvements in both the scope and speed of their work. In this session, we’ll share detailed insights into our workflow, the challenges we’ve faced, and the solutions we’ve developed.

Process bottlenecks and related issues often require complex and dynamic solutions. Discover how FlexSim recommends process improvements from live data, and see how the FlexSim OptQuest optimization engine solves multidimensional problems. OptQuest uses machine learning to evaluate multiparameter input groups in order to strategically determine optimal outcomes across various performance objectives. This method provides faster and more intelligent solutions to intricate problems than manual techniques do. In scenarios with constantly evolving operational inputs, FlexSim can be configured as a live Digital Workplace, continuously operating at set intervals, and using live data streams based on system feedback and artificial intelligence (AI) predictions. This approach necessitates specific model programming, which we will explore. By implementing these advanced techniques, businesses can significantly improve their process optimization capabilities, addressing complex challenges more effectively than traditional methods allow.

Facility managers, owners, and operators in industries like higher education, healthcare, and government often struggle with siloed workflows, fragmented asset data, and inefficient maintenance processes. This session showcases how Eptura and Autodesk’s connected solutions bridge design and operations, creating a unified digital thread for smarter decision-making. Attendees will see live demonstrations of Eptura’s dynamic workflows with Tandem and how the BIM Viewer provides a complete asset picture. Through real-world examples—optimizing campus space, predictive hospital maintenance, and enhancing government asset visibility—we’ll demonstrate how Digital Workplaces improve efficiency, , and collaboration. Walk away with actionable strategies to leverage BIM and Digital Workplace technology for measurable impact.

As AEC leaders race to digitize the built world, three forces are accelerating how projects are delivered - reality capture, artificial intelligence, and . This panel brings together technology leaders like Autodesk and Matterport, alongside industry leaders from Colliers Engineering & Design and DPR Construction, to explore how these technologies are converging to drive measurable impact across design, construction, and operations. You’ll hear how Digital Workplaces are being used to automate site documentation, support goals with accurate asset data, apply AI to flag issues, accelerate decision making, and improve coordination through cloud-based collaboration. Walk away with a clear view of how these companies are helping AEC teams future-proof their workflows and reduce environmental impact with data-driven insights.

In this lab, you will learn how to use AutoCAD, Revit and Docs to build an ACC Cloud based Revit model utilizing your 2D AutoCAD file stored on Docs. It will then go in to how to collaborate your Revit model with other stakeholder models (MEP/Structure).

This panel session explores how Forma is being used in the feasibility phase of the Big Bold Bordeaux Vision—a community-driven initiative to transform a large parcel of land located in North Nashville through a Community Land Trust. Co-Speakers, including local leaders and AECO professionals, will share how Forma supports early-stage analysis of zoning, urban density, and to inform equitable land use decisions. The session highlights how Forma enables transparent, data-driven planning that. Lastly, this session will focus on this process that facilitates the foundational communication between municipalities and community voices that supports long-term health equity goals.

Autodesk software empowers intelligent and connected design collaboration across teams and platforms, enhancing design efficiency and streamlining project management. Discover how you and your team can unlock this transformative experience by integrating the capabilities of Docs—a cloud-based and common data environment—with architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) tools: AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Revit software. A panel discussion will tackle the industry’s pressing challenges around collaboration and information exchange, showcasing the advantages of adopting cloud-based workflows. By enabling information sharing among project partners, the Autodesk ecosystem becomes even more valuable for users. Join us to see how Docs can break down the information barriers and get you on the path toward the Forma industry cloud for AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Revit users.

BIM is no longer just for design—and “Digital Workplace” is more than a buzzword. Digital Workplaces are the connective tissue of a new AECO era where every stage—from early design models to long-term operations—runs on actionable integrated data. In this future-trends theater talk, we’ll explore how BIM and Digital Workplaces are evolving from static handover artifacts to dynamic intelligent systems that extend the life and value of buildings long after construction. Drawing from macro technological, economic, and workplace trends—including recent federal mandates and technological advancements—we’ll examine how artificial intelligence (AI), occupancy behavior, and experiential design are converging to reshape how the built environment is created, constructed, and continuously optimized.

As a CAD admin, managing company- and client-specific standards—like plot styles, templates, and other support files—can be error-prone and time-consuming. Revolutionize your admin workflow with the new Connected Support Files feature in AutoCAD and Autodesk Docs to unlock consistent project standards without requiring individual setup or complex Automation, Integration, & Customizations! Join us to learn how you can configure support files via Autodesk Docs projects—ensuring everyone’s working with the correct files and settings, reducing errors, and improving efficiency. We'll guide you through various scenarios (project specific, enterprise-wide, or a hybrid setup) that will meet your specific needs across multiple projects and teams. Learn best practices, tips, and tricks to tailor this feature to your needs, and see why this new functionality outshines existing solutions. Don't miss out on transforming your CAD admin role with this game-changing tool!

Struggling with chaotic client DWGs™? In this demo session, you’ll learn how to combine the tools Autodesk Assistant and AutoLISP scripts (for layer/block cleanup) to transform unreadable drawings into production-ready files in minutes. We’ll dissect a real-world “disaster” DWG—full of rogue layers, exploded text, and broken xrefs—and systematically fix it using Automation, Integration, & Customization. You’ll leave with a free step-by-step checklist to implement these tricks immediately. This session is ideal for AEC professionals, CAD managers, and MEP subcontractors tired of manual cleanup drudgery.

This case study will explore the transformative impact that Autodesk Forma software has on environmental simulations and urban design, empowering designers to reclaim tasks that have traditionally relied on specific experts or skilled individuals. Using Forma, we’ve achieved remarkable milestones, including a 400% increase in implementation projects, a tenfold expansion in the diversity of simulations, and an 80% cost reduction. These advancements are “democratizing simulations,” making them accessible to a wider range of designers. Additionally, we’ve customized libraries and workflows to align with Japan-specific regulations, resulting in a 300% increase in implementation projects and a reduction in the lead time for initial outputs by a third. Through innovative application of Forma, designers have experienced significant improvements in both the scope and speed of their work. In this session, we’ll share detailed insights into our workflow, the challenges we’ve faced, and the solutions we’ve developed.

Ishimoto Architects and Engineers, founded in 1927, is an architectural design firm with experts in architecture, structure, and MEP. To achieve better architecture, it’s essential to integrate intelligent models across disciplines and adopt a holistic design approach. We use Revit software to create simulation environments and optimize overall designs. Currently, Japan’s Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport, and Tourism is accelerating BIM-based building permit submissions, requiring intelligent models with vast amounts of data. As BIM managers who also practice design, we can immediately address real-world challenges and provide feedback. For mid-sized firms without dedicated BIM teams, this agile approach is a practical way to integrate BIM smoothly. This session will share how our practices have transformed our project processes.

In this lab, you will learn how to use AutoCAD, Revit and Autodesk Docs to build an ACC Cloud based Revit model utilizing your 2D AutoCAD file stored on Autodesk Docs. It will then go in to how to collaborate your Revit model with other stakeholder models (MEP/Structure).

Get a front-row seat to what’s next for AutoCAD. In this session, the AutoCAD product team will walk you through the latest enhancements and offer a preview of upcoming features that are redefining design and drafting. From improved collaboration tools to AI-powered productivity boosts, you’ll see how Autodesk is evolving AutoCAD to meet the needs of today’s complex projects—and tomorrow’s. You’ll also get insight into the product strategy guiding our development, and how your feedback is helping shape what’s coming next. 

Learn how to bring your AutoCAD .NET Framework applications to work with AutoCAD 2025 and newer by refactoring them for .NET 8. This class will walk through key refactoring strategies, framework updates, and compatibility considerations to modernize your projects.

Join us for an insightful session designed to introduce and then dive deep into Vault Connector, showcasing its features, functionality, and how it bridges the gap between engineering and enterprise systems. We will start from the overall context of Vault PLM and its value proposition while touching topic of Items & BOMs that will feed into the detailed exploration of Vault Connector. We will wrap up with general Q & A session towards to end. 

Reality Capture has been in the industry since the late 1990’s where it has evolved from it’s tripod-based roots into encompassing many different forms of data capture of today. One could easily make an argument that Reality Capture has also grown from a handful of sensors to now a wide variety of processes. Regardless of where the data comes from, there has been one consistent and constant challenge that professionals still face. What to do with the volumes of data Reality Capture creates and how to make meaningful deliverables. This session will look at a brief history of Reality Capture as well as provide insight on how Leica CloudWorx continues to provide powerful tools for converting massive point cloud data into meaningful 3D models, 2D CAD drawings, and topographic deliverables. Furthermore, many tools in Leica CloudWorx serve as enhancements to the standard CAD tools that are in the various Autodesk suite of software packages.

Data Exchange software is evolving to meet the growing needs of interoperability in the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry. Building on the success of last year’s session, this year’s class will delve into the latest updates and enhancements of Data Exchange, showcasing a matured ecosystem of connectors that streamline workflows between various applications. Imagine effortlessly transferring subsets of your model from Revit to Rhino software, or integrating data seamlessly between Revit, Inventor, Tekla, Rhino, Power BI, and more—all now out of beta and generally available! This session will provide a comprehensive overview of the current capabilities of Data Exchange, highlight new features, and showcase real-world customer stories that demonstrate the transformative impact of these tools. Join us to learn how moving away from traditional file-based workflows to a data-focused approach can significantly reduce steps and enhance efficiency in your projects.

In this session, we’ll explore Autodesk’s MEP Content Editor, a powerful tool designed to streamline the creation and customization of fabrication components within Revit and AutoCAD workflows. You’ll gain hands-on insights into modifying database-driven parts, adjusting specifications, and optimizing content for enhanced project coordination. We’ll cover best practices for maintaining data consistency, using parametric capabilities, and integrating manufacturer-specific components to ensure accuracy in fabrication modeling. Whether you're a BIM manager, detailer, or engineer, this session will equip you with the skills to efficiently manage and refine MEP fabrication content, improving workflow efficiency and project outcomes.

This award-winning panel is back again with new topics to discuss and insights to share. This year, the panel will comprise a diverse group of CAD managers who are widely respected as leaders in their field. They will focus on connectivity, which can mean many things to a CAD manager. Topics will range from technology and data to the even more challenging human aspects of teams and workflows. Hear their unique perspective and learn about solutions to challenges faced by CAD managers from organizations of all sizes and backgrounds. Join us for a panel discussion that has become an anticipated AU tradition. You won’t want to miss this chance to hear the important lessons learned from decades of experience—from four CAD managers who have been there and done that.