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Conduct a CAD Management Audit 8 May, 2013
Are you like an overworked logger, too busy felling trees to sharpen your ax? Take the time to stop and think critically about what you're doing — and how you're doing it.More>>
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Don't Get Caught in the Tool Worship Trap, Part 2 24 Apr, 2013
In your discussions with upper management, don't get distracted by the new software's appealing features — focus on how it will impact users and processes.
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Don't Get Caught in the Tool Worship Trap 10 Apr, 2013
In your quest to gain management support for new software, begin with a lesson in reality.More>>
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Sharpen Up! 12 Mar, 2013
CAD Manager: Use the 80/20 approach to time management to hone your skills and influence.More>>
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No-Budget CAD Management 27 Feb, 2013
These simple suggestions will make an impact on your workplace and don't require a dime — just your time.More>>
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Improve CAD Production Quality by Annoying Your Users, Part 3 13 Feb, 2013
Transferring the burden of problem solving to the users who cause the problems is a great strategy — but only if you can take yourself out of the process.More>>
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Improve CAD Production Quality by Annoying Your Users, Part 1 9 Jan, 2013
If the "carrot" of reward doesn't elicit the response you're looking for, carefully chosen annoyances can serve as the "stick" that improves employee behavior.More>>
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Looking Back at Autodesk University 2012 Reveals What's Ahead for CAD Managers 12 Dec, 2012
Conversations at the annual user conference indicate that priorities are shifting to project profitability. More>>
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The Amazing Billable CAD Manager 29 Nov, 2012
Tie your time to projects and reduce your overhead.More>>
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When Should You Replace Old Hardware and Software? 14 Nov, 2012
The cost of replacing outdated tools is substantial, and management often uses it as a reason to delay upgrades. But you're also paying a price by continuing to rely on those clunkers.More>>
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