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Engineering Drawings in the Digital Age: Managing CAD and BIM Files with Hyland Alfresco

By Dick Weisinger

Engineering organizations face significant challenges in managing complex CAD (e.g., DWG) and BIM files (e.g., RVT, IFC), where fragmented storage, version control issues, and collaboration barriers hinder productivity. Modern enterprise content management (ECM) platforms like Hyland Alfresco, augmented with specialized…

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October 10th, 2025
Category: Alfresco, BIM, Engineering Data Management
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Collaboration Software Empowers Engineers to Maximize Drawings and Data

By Dick Weisinger

Collaboration software has become integral for engineers seeking to make the most of their technical drawings and data. By providing a centralized digital environment, these platforms enable teams to share, review, and update complex engineering documents in real time, regardless…

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October 7th, 2025
Category: Collaboration, Engineering Data Management
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Measuring the ROI of Better Data Management: Metrics and Benefits

By Dick Weisinger

To justify investment in improved data management, organizations must adopt a data-driven approach that quantifies both direct and indirect returns. According to McKinsey, structured frameworks for measuring technical investment returns lead to 42% higher project success rates, and advanced engineering…

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September 25th, 2025
Category: Code Development, Engineering Data Management
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API-First Development: Transforming Applications for Engineers

By Dick Weisinger

API-first development is fundamentally reshaping how applications targeting engineers are conceived, built, and maintained. In this approach, APIs are designed and specified before any implementation begins, ensuring they become the foundation upon which all application logic and user experiences are…

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September 24th, 2025
Category: Engineering Data Management
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Data Management in the Construction Industry: Bridging Engineering and Business Needs

By Dick Weisinger

Data management in the construction industry is evolving to address the unique challenges of integrating engineering data with broader business processes. Historically, engineering data—such as CAD files, BIM models, and project specifications—has been siloed within specialized systems, limiting accessibility for…

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July 7th, 2025
Category: Alfresco, Data Management, Engineering Data Management, Enterprise Software, Formtek
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