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Practical guidance on CAD automation, product configurators, and engineering design efficiency — from engineers who build these systems every day.

iLogic vs Inventor API: Choosing the Right Automation Approach

Should you write iLogic rules or build a .NET add-in? The answer depends on what you're automating, who maintains it, and how far you need it to scale. Here's the decision framework.

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CAD Customization Feb 27, 2026

AutoCAD Core Console (AccoreConsole): The Complete Guide to Headless CAD Automation

Somewhere in your AutoCAD installation folder sits a tool most engineers have never heard of. AccoreConsole runs AutoCAD's full engine without the GUI — 5x faster, under 100MB RAM. Here's how to use it.

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Automation Strategy Feb 20, 2026

5 Signs Your Engineering Team Is Ready for CAD Automation

If your team spends more time modifying drawings than designing new products, automation isn't optional — it's overdue. Here's how to know when you've crossed the threshold.

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Product Configurators Feb 12, 2026

Product Configurators vs CPQ Software: What Engineers Need to Know

Not all configurators are created equal. We break down the difference between sales-oriented CPQ tools and engineering-grade product configurators that generate real CAD outputs.

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Business Case Jan 28, 2026

How to Calculate ROI on Engineering Design Automation

A practical framework for quantifying the business case for automation — from time savings and error reduction to faster quoting and reduced engineering bottlenecks.

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Engineering Calculations Jan 14, 2026

Why Excel Spreadsheets Are Costing Your Engineering Team More Than You Think

88% of spreadsheets contain errors. When those spreadsheets drive structural calculations or BOMs, the cost isn't just inefficiency — it's risk.

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CAD Customization Dec 18, 2025

AutoCAD vs Inventor API: Choosing the Right Automation Platform

Both platforms offer powerful APIs, but the right choice depends on whether you're automating 2D drawings, 3D models, or a hybrid workflow. Here's our decision framework.

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Drawing Automation Dec 4, 2025

The Hidden Cost of Manual Drawing Variants in Manufacturing

When a single drawing variant takes 3 hours and you produce 200 per month, the math is brutal. We walk through the real cost — including the opportunity cost of engineer time.

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