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Often overlooked but essential to any action plan is to consider the following in addition to the previous contributions: Review existing work practices for design workflow and project scheduling from conceptual design to project deliverables - how this is done can affect how you develop/implement your CAD methodology. Review existing Quality control procedures, Standard Operating procedures, Engineering standards and business practices - you...

Jason, It would be difficult to boilerplate an action plan for your company from an example. I would start this way: 1. Identify the needs of the company for the near term - i.e. expansion, contraction, survival. That will help determine what should be done about CAD with regard to implementation and training. Align your recommendations to those goals and show that they are aligned. 2. Hold session[s] with the other Techs to identify areas...

Hi all - We are currently looking for new CAD solutions to streamline our most frequent tasks, while at the same time pushing into the new decade with modern technology. Our primary CAD functions consist of mechanical and structural 3D design, specifically piping system design, platform designs, catwalk design, and others specific to the construction of liquid and dry food product process systems. We currently model everything in 3D using a...