Arthur Hudson Streamlines Design Workflow with BricsCAD
BACKGROUND
Arthur Hudson Site Engineers is a UK-based company specializing in the precise alignment of steel-framed buildings and comprehensive surveying services. Their team of experienced site engineers collaborates closely with steel erectors to address challenges during the steel phase of construction. Utilizing total stations, they perform meticulous setting out and verification surveys, ensuring structural accuracy. The collected data is processed into CAD drawings, providing clients with detailed as-built surveys.
They faced significant challenges in maintaining a cost-effective and efficient CAD workflow before switching to BricsCAD.
Arthur Hudson had been using AutoCAD® for years but faced growing frustrations due to the software’s high costs and unnecessary bundled programs. They found themselves paying for features they didn’t need while grappling with performance issues from older software licenses. These challenges resulted in inefficient workflows and unnecessary spending.
Managing Director, Nick Fairhurst told me, “We spent a lot of money on perpetual licenses, but the software became too clunky on our computers. Moving to subscription-based CAD was even more costly, so we needed an alternative.”
Seeking an affordable and efficient alternative, Arthur Hudson decided to test BricsCAD. They initially purchased a trial license to ensure the software could perform as well as AutoCAD®, particularly to check compatibility with their existing macros.
After a successful trial period, it was clear that BricsCAD was the solution they’d been looking for.
The transition to BricsCAD was seamless. The Arthur Hudson team encountered no significant issues during the implementation process and appreciated the responsive support provided by KTF Software.
“There were no difficulties during the implementation. The KTF team was very helpful with any queries we had”.
Since adopting BricsCAD, Arthur Hudson have seen several improvements in their workflow, reduced costs, and efficiency gains. One standout feature is the ability to perform 3D dimension checks using the “Get Polyline” command developed with assistance from KTF Software.
The switch to BricsCAD has resulted in significant cost savings by eliminating the need for unnecessary software bundles and allowing the firm to only pay for the tools they need.
Arthur Hudson has been satisfied with the customer support provided by both Bricsys and KTF Software. They highlighted the ease of resolving any queries and the valuable assistance in developing custom commands.
“The main reason we continue using BricsCAD is the human help interface. Whenever we need assistance, it’s always there”.
As Arthur Hudson continues to grow, they plan to expand their use of BricsCAD by purchasing additional licenses when needed. The company has already recommended BricsCAD to other firms within the industry, with several adopting the software based on their experience.
Arthur Hudsons’ decision to switch to BricsCAD has been a game-changer, helping them reduce costs, improve workflow efficiency, and benefit from personalized support. With plans to scale further as the business grows, BricsCAD will continue to be a key part of their design toolkit.
Like Arthur Hudson, you can take advantage of a powerful CAD tool with an easy learning curve that can help you create detailed and accurate plans that are compatible with your customers.
Don’t let outdated software and workflows slow you down. Upgrade to BricsCAD and take your work to the next level.
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