Under the Hood

Calling all PLM and Data Management Experts

The Autodesk University Call for Proposals site is now open! This year we have even more to talk about than ever. With the launch of Autodesk PLM 360, there is already the expertise out there, and we anticipate another great year at AU. So, if you’re an implementation expert or a customer with an Autodesk PLM/PDM solution you’d like to showcase, feel free to submit a class proposal for the updated track: “PLM, Data Management, and Collaboration. Be sure to check out the Tracks section and look up PLM, Data Management, and Collaboration for details on our vision for this. Here’s what we are looking for on this track:

This track addresses those who are involved in configuring Autodesk PLM 360 software for product lifecycle management (PLM), Autodesk® Vault software for data management (PDM), and Autodesk Buzzsaw for project collaboration.

PLM themes include getting started with Autodesk PLM 360, workspace configuration, and process modeling. Data Management themes include deployment, care, and maintenance of the Vault server and client applications and connections to PLM 360 and Buzzsaw. Collaboration themes include exchanging project information and supporting BIM workflows on the desktop, mobile devices, and web with Buzzsaw and Buzzsaw Mobile.

Track topics should offer examples of unique or advanced applications of Autodesk PLM 360, a behind-the-scenes look at Autodesk Vault, and workflows supporting Buzzsaw. Topics for more advanced classes should aim to educate those who are responsible for populating these applications with data, ensuring compliance, and routing or delegating work, as well as first-level support for each department’s manager.

In addition, we seek topics to address the needs of people who are responsible for creating, authoring, or consuming data—of any kind—and incorporating that data into processes that meet the needs of people who rely on these systems to be successful.

 

Looking forward to another great Autodesk University! See you there.

-Brian Schanen

What Happened in Vegas - AU2011 Diary Day 2

Dear Diary,

It was a banner day here at AU2011 – one that I’ve been waiting on for months. We previewed our new solution designed to transform how manufacturers manage the entire lifecycle of a product--from its conception, through design and manufacture, to service and disposal. Introducing Autodesk 360 Nexus, which is expected to be generally available early next year. This is part of Autodesk 360 – a set of secure, easy to use and affordable solutions developed to streamline product and project business processes. Autodesk 360 for PLM is for companies of all sizes, from small companies eager to deploy PLM for the first time to large enterprises that have become disenchanted by PLM, due to the complexities and high costs associated with traditional PLM implementations.

In related news, my first class of the week ‘DM5427 Dogs and Cats Living Together: Coexisting Items and Documents in Autodesk Vault’ went great. There were plenty of questions and feedback on Docs and Item management after the class. Then the innovation forum ‘Everything Changes – The Future of Managing Innovation’ inspired everyone and gave us a glimpse of the future. Finally, the Manufacturing Customer Appreciation event was a great venue for networking and catching up with friends from past Autodesk Universities.

Stay tuned for more updates on AU2011.

-Brian Schanen

Autodesk University 2011 Diary - Day 1

Dear Diary,

Ok, I know technically that AU2011 doesn’t start until Tuesday Nov 29, but depending on who you ask, it starts today, maybe even yesterday (Sunday), and for some perhaps even before that. Today’s agenda includes preparation, dry runs, and customer listening sessions. I thought I would take a minute to reflect on the evolution of the Data Management track and the maturity of the Vault Family of products. I’ve put together some quick Fun Facts about Data Management classes at AU2011:

• 45 classes that feature Autodesk Data Management and the Vault Family of Products
• 26 of these are 90 minute Lectures
• 7 of these are 90 minute UnConferences
• 12 of these are Virtual classes (hint, hint, sign up…)

And the best part is these classes span across 10 tracks and disciplines including:

• Manufacturing
• Civil Infrastructure
• MEP Design and Engineering
• Data Management and Collaboration
• Customization and Programming
• Design Leadership
• Business Owner
• CAD Management and IT
• Utilities and Telecommunications
• Construction and Real Estate

For a quick list, please see my previous posts Part1 and Part2 a few weeks back. There are even more DM classes added since those posts. Check the AU site for exact room and availability. Registration is full on many of the Lecture and UnConference classes, but remember you can always come to the room and see if seats are open.

Stay tuned for more updates on Autodesk University 2011 throughout the week.

-Brian Schanen