The class will introduce Advanced Oncotherapy and its complex proton therapy solution product. It will then explain how all the master data associated with this, as well as the majority of the business management processes, have been realised in a highly integrated and fully-customised implementation of Fusion Lifecycle which is closely linked to the company's ERP system with which data is shared on a real-time basis. This integration of business processes is designed to meet the requirements of the demanding ISO13485 standard for medical device regulatory requirements.

You’re in a small shop of 10 people, or you’re working in a company with hundreds of users who break into teams to deliver a project. What you share in common is the need to effectively collaborate and manage the data. You’ve had a look at Data Management and it looks like it will solve some significant business needs, but you don’t know how to present it to your manager, or who to ask for more information. Join us in this class where we’ll talk about use cases for Data Management, from small customer needs to those solving the needs of the enterprise. We’ll talk about Data Management for those who have needs in manufacturing to those who may want to use it to help them manage civil or architectural data. We’ll also discuss ways you can go back to your office, understand and assess your requirements, choose the appropriate product, and have an understanding of what software, hardware and training requirements will be necessary to present a business case to your manager.

The rapid pace of technological developments and the emergence of disruptive technologies such as cloud and mobile computing mean that the opportunities in capitalizing on such advancements have never been greater. However, successfully implementing technology in your business is not just about purchasing software and getting some training. The biggest benefits come to those who step back and reevaluate how they do business, as well as take a strategic approach to changing management. This class will look at the art of business process re-engineering and change management.

Companies often have multiple tools for supporting their product lifecycle management (PLM) and related business processes. This situation is usually because of the limitations of individual systems and management of PLM-related projects in functional silos. Autodesk PLM 360 cloud-based product lifecycle management provides capabilities that can address most of the PLM business process needs. However, companies still need to build cross-functional consensus to make Autodesk PLM 360 the platform for their PLM processes. This class will describe how to achieve that objective.

Is your company ready for a connected products solution? Where are you on your connected product journey? Do you have some definition around what the Internet of Things can do for you and your business? Regardless of where you are in your journey, this class is designed to provide you with some real-world examples of what a successful connected-product business looks like, and how you can start to develop a business case for your own implementation. From identifying design improvements, post-sales support, and spares management business, through to advanced system monitoring services and products as a service, we look to identify your potential return on investment and phased approaches to your ultimate goal. This session features SeeControl (now Fusion Connect) and Fusion Connect.

Is your company ready for a connected products solution? Where are you on your connected product journey? Do you have some definition around what the Internet of Things can do for you and your business? Regardless of where you are in your journey, this class is designed to provide you with some real-world examples of what a successful connected-product business looks like, and how you can start to develop a business case for your own implementation. From identifying design improvements, postsales support, and spares management business, through to advanced system-monitoring services and products as a service, we will look to identify your potential return on investment and phased approaches to your ultimate goal. This session will feature the Fusion Connect development platform.

In this class attendees will hear a firsthand testimonial on how Inphi Corporation changed its business by implementing Autodesk PLM 360 software for quality management. We will discuss how the company changed unscalable processes like emails, forms, and spreadsheets into manageable business flows that provide valuable metrics and stability. Discover how the company used Autodesk PLM 360 software to build quality applications such as Return Merchandise Authorization, MRB, CAR, Corrective and Preventative Actions, and Change Management while the firm integrated the software with other business tools such as Sales Force. Learn how the software's flexibility and ease of use offered great advantages in the iterative design process that the firm used to construct Inphi's Quality Management application.

I’ve had over 22 years of experience running a successful profitable company and I’ve experienced 3 major market crashes, so I know that staying in business is very challenging. Without the proper planning and know-how, most businesses will not survive. Talented artists create most companies in our industry. Unfortunately most will struggle and go out of business because of their lack of business knowledge. In my roundtable I would like to address some key items most companies will experience along the way, including business planning; marketing; how to be profitable; when to say no; and expanding markets. We will also discuss defining your company/industry; growing a company and how to structure that growth; developing client relationships; and knowing what to expect during key milestones in your business and how to react and plan for them. I have always said, “I may have the best renderers in the industry, but it’s my business knowledge that will keep my company going.”

It can be difficult to develop a sound business case and secure funding to implement new technology. This class will discuss an Autodesk Consulting engagement by a major electric and gas utility to develop a strategic implementation plan and business case for the adoption of Building Information Modeling (BIM) for both the transmission workflow and the substation design engineering and construction workflow. The Solution will alter the current design and construction management processes, and it includes InfraWorks software, AutoCAD Civil 3D software, Inventor software, Inventor Publisher software, Substation Design Solution software, Vault software, and BIM 360 software. In this class we will discuss the process followed to analyze the business requirements, develop a Solution, and formulate an implementation plan and cost estimate. The class will highlight an approach to benefit quantification, which includes preparing a net cash-flow analysis and calculating the financial metrics required to present and win funding approval from senior management.

"Thinking of building a business on Forge—as a Systems Integrator, or a Consultant, or by creating a SaaS application for your customers? Then this is the class for you! We'll walk you through the nuances of the Forge pricing model; then we'll discuss the most common business models that build on top of Forge; and we'll finish by presenting examples of the Forge-related businesses that have been created by our customers, resellers, and software development partners—to help kickstart your imagination for building on the Forge platform."

Mott MacDonald is an industry leader and innovator in the field of BIM. Our award-winning approach to BIM delivery has been realised through investment in our processes, people, and enabling technology. This journey has taught us much about the change management necessary to facilitate BIM, an experience from which others now benefit. Through our BIM Consultancy service we have developed a repeatable, strategic approach to implementation that can be customised for our clients to enable integration within their own organisations. Our approach is unique in that we ‘layer’ BIM into existing business processes to achieve overarching corporate objectives through better information management. Learn about how our services are forward-thinking and progressive, and explore case studies of commissions from around the world. See first hand the common issues that apply across sectors, and how they are targeted through practical applications that are most appropriate for the end-user.

In this class, we explore Autodesk PLM 360 software workspace functionality by reviewing standard Autodesk PLM 360 tenant solutions. Autodesk PLM 360 workspaces are packed with capabilities to help you manage your business processes. We review project management tools, workflows, lifecycles and revision controls, notifications, supplier management, file attachments, and much more. Through our review of the standard Autodesk PLM 360 solutions, we examine workspace features that can help you run your business.

Lewis Matthew Miller, AIA (senior project manager in University of Southern California's capital construction development department) and Ruby Xuewen Quan (Building Information Modeling program specialist in University of Southern California's Facilities Management Services) will describe current business challenges in USC's ecosystem of building design, construction, and facilities operations, as well as management processes, and resulting losses. The proposed object-oriented architecture of transmission project lifecycle management, acts as a counterpoint to commissioned IoT technologies.

Strategy services have become essential to fund not only the clear prioritization which Building Information Modeling (BIM) uses to implement and to get key stakeholders, decision makers, and senior management to buy- in. Furthermore, it has become evident to align the successful adoption goals in early stages of strategic initiatives. The purpose of this class is to bring customers together who have already done a business value alignment (Systra, Ramboll, Pyöry) to share their experiences and match it with customers who have not yet done a BIM strategy alignment. This session features Revit.

A diverse panel of experts will participate in this discussion on how evolving technology and insurance products have shaped the construction risk management practice in recent years to become a more strategic function of a contractor’s business model. The panel will include one product and industry expert from Autodesk, one Autodesk customer (construction risk professional), one partner from AXA XL (Autodesk’s largest construction insurance partner), and a moderator (Autodesk partnerships team). Topics discussed will include the following: advantages to different types of construction insurance products; best practices for subcontractor prequalification, risk mitigation planning, site safety, and project incident prioritization; how software and relative workflows act as the foundation of these best practices to ensure the success of your work, and the advantages of your insurance approach.

In this class, veteran financial advisor Kathryn Amenta—who has counseled small businesses for over 25 years—breaks apart the myths and misconceptions of running a small business. She offers best practices for managing and operating a small business, from the crucial first steps to the strategies and tactics that will make your business survive and thrive. Amenta also demonstrates what it takes to adapt and prosper through shifts in the economy and industry. Other featured topics include hiring, payroll, billing, advisory boards, business plans, specialization, partnerships, wearing multiple hats, website marketing, business location, perks and discounts, renting versus purchasing, salary, and work hours.

This round-table discussion will focus on the actual experiences that infrastructure engineering companies have working with Vault software. The speaker will present a training strategy that was especially useful for introducing employees to Vault software. He will also share experience regarding effective motivations for employees. The discussion will include the functionalities of Vault software most useful to and appreciated by engineers, managers, and administration. We will examine the main advantages of Vault software as seen by the employees of the company (the administration, managers, engineers, and IT and CAD administrators) who carry out different functions and use different software that includes Vault Client software, Microsoft Office software, AutoCAD LT software, AutoCAD Civil 3D software, and Bentley Microstation software. The speaker will share practical ideas for optimizing Vault software through the use of additional programming and configuration. The discussion will also cover tasks for job servers.

Companies that offer an inclusive environment to a diverse mix of employees benefit by getting a competitive advantage. It’s not only the right thing to do; it’s also imperative to attracting and retaining talent, delivering results, and staying ahead of the game. Based on Harvard Business Review research, companies with 2D diversity out innovate and outperform competitors. Employees at these firms are 45% more likely to report that their company's market share grew over the previous year, and 70% more likely to report that their company captured a new market. Join us for a compelling conversation among influential industry leaders who will share different dimensions of diversity and inclusion. They’ll offer real-world solutions for fostering a leadership that believes in building psychological safety. You will walk away with key learnings that can have a positive impact on your business and improve employee and customer engagement.

This class will review how your company can achieve true process improvement by methodically analyzing your As-Is process, and identifying redundant steps, bottlenecks, missed activities, and so on. Design a streamlined To-Be process that incorporates decision-making automation of business logic, and enable Fusion Lifecycle software to manage your logic-driven process. This class will be a technical review covering the Fusion Lifecycle application scripting frameworks and API. We will expose students to workspace modeling and scripting techniques that will enable them to automate and streamline their product lifecycle management workflows. This session features PLM 360 (now Fusion Lifecycle) and Fusion Lifecycle.