Planning the move to 3D design
A few do's and don'ts speed the transition from 2D drawing to 3D modeling.
Developers of 3D software say 70% or more of all designers and engineers still work in 2D. That's despite many advantages to 3D
What's holding 2D designers back? Uncertainty and an inability to adapt to new situations are two large anchors. They have difficulty answering questions such as: How will we transition into a 3D CAD system? What will be the impact on the bottom line? Can we calculate an ROI for new software? Fortunately, there are good answers to these and other questions. The following do's and don'ts can provide guidance during the purchase and transition.
First of all, every company's history and situation is unique, so the advice and suggestions here are flexible. What is more certain is that most every company can benefit from 3D modeling. To stay on top of its game, a company should make an ongoing investment in new equipment, techniques, and thinking.
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