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The Cost of Poor Decisions The Cost of Poor Decisions
by David Ullman It is estimated that half of all decisions fail. Sometime after the “decision” was made, there is no evidence that any effort went into making it.
Synchronous Technology Synchronous Technology
By Collaborative Product Development Associates, LLC, for Siemens PLM Software A CPDA White Paper about fascinating new technology that could affect many CAD users.
Sometimes Wrong But Never in Doubt, Part Two Sometimes Wrong But Never in Doubt, Part Two
By David G. Ullman, Robust Decisions In this column Ullman continues his exploration of uncertainty and the many ways it can affect decision making.
Sometimes Wrong But Never in Doubt Sometimes Wrong But Never in Doubt
Submitted by David G. Ullman, Robust Decisions In a new story by David Ullman, the concept of estimation and developing guidelines for decision-making is explored.
Some Thoughts on Trade Studies: Part 2 Some Thoughts on Trade Studies: Part 2
Submitted by David G. Ullman, Robust Decisions David Ullman gives an example of a trade study and challenges users to give Accord software a try with a free trial version available for download.
Factoring the Figures Factoring the Figures
By David G. Ullman, Robust Decisions Make the best decisions with trade studies.
Stuck in ‘Analysis Paralysis’? Stuck in ‘Analysis Paralysis’?
By David G. Ullman, P.E., PhD., M.E., Robust Decisions Learn how to prevent ‘Stuck’ decision making in this story by David Ullman.
Decision Failure in Product Development Decision Failure in Product Development
By David G. Ullman, P.E., PhD, M.E. David Ullman discusses the pitfalls of poor decision making.
Can’t Do without Specialized Suppliers Can’t Do without Specialized Suppliers
By Peter Nolan ConnectPress Senior Editor Peter Nolan looks at both integrated software suites and specialty suppliers for the aerospace industry.
Best Up and Coming PLM/BIM? Adobe? Oracle? SAP? Best Up and Coming PLM/BIM? Adobe? Oracle? SAP?
By Dan Raker, ConnectPress Founder In the PLM/BIM Category, The Nominees for Best Up and Coming Are…Adobe, Oracle and SAP
Back in the Saddle Back in the Saddle
Peter Nolan, Senior Editor ConnectPress Senior Editor Peter Nolan looks back at how the CAD industry has changed over the last 16 years.
The Paperless Age The Paperless Age
Dan Raker, ConnectPress Founder In this column ConnectPress founder Dan Raker explains how the company has made the transition away from paper to completely digital media.
Letters to the Editor Letters to the Editor
By Inventor Community Members Community members feedback regarding recent articles, industry issues and other items of interest.
Stereolithography (SLA) Has Evolved, Have You? Stereolithography (SLA) Has Evolved, Have You?
By Brent Byers of Hi-Res 3D - a ConnectPress Sponsor SLA machines – What is new with the Viper and Viper PRO SLA Machines and why you should care for your next Rapid Prototyping Project.
What is Analysis Anyhow? What is Analysis Anyhow?
By Jack Thornton of Mindfeed Marcomm Veteran CAD industry journalist Jack Thornton breaks down Analysis for those lacking the PHD!
Publicity and How to Get It. Publicity and How to Get It.
Press releases. They're a big part of our business. Shouldn't the message evolve with the media?
Free Sheet Metal Software Tools from Ty Harness Free Sheet Metal Software Tools from Ty Harness
By Richard Williams Check out this sheet metal worker's free software and other treats at his website.
Linux Kids' Desktop Computer Useful for Entire Family Linux Kids' Desktop Computer Useful for Entire Family
Provided By Jonathan Slaff & Associates The Linux Loft Family Box opens the door for kids to discover the joys of open-source software, and provides a powerful computer. Check it out!
Best of the Best: Part II Best of the Best: Part II
By Richard Williams Richard Williams is back with his insightful look into free and "almost free" software and utilities for engineers. Be sure to check this out.
Timed 5-Minute Test for Engineers, Architects, and Designers Timed 5-Minute Test for Engineers, Architects, and Designers
By Richard Williams Sharpen your pencil and set your time-piece! This timed test challenges your knowledge and mastery of detail. Test yourself, then your coworkers.
Best of the Best: Free Software You Can Actually Use Best of the Best: Free Software You Can Actually Use
By Richard Williams Richard Williams takes you on a tour of Websites that offer free (and almost free) useful software utilities. See screen shots and links to these generous sites.
STEP-NC Improves Data Exchange for Machining STEP-NC Improves Data Exchange for Machining
By Martin Hardwick, Ph.D As a follow-up to the 2005 Data Translation Roundup, STEP Tools' Dr. Martin Hardwick describes a new STEP standard for CAD/CAM to CNC data exchange.
Implementation of Intellectual Property Rights in R&D Implementation of Intellectual Property Rights in R&D
By Abhinav Rai How can R&D managers assess to what extent a particular CAD package will prevent loss of intellectual property to competitors? In this week's column, Abhinav Rai discusses how to communicate the business value of an effective R&D program to senior management.
The Quiet Crisis in Engineering Talent The Quiet Crisis in Engineering Talent
By Rachel Dalton-Taggart Does the U.S.'s diminishing number of engineers and technically skilled workers represent opportunity or an imminent crises?
A Rapid Prototyping Industry Briefing A Rapid Prototyping Industry Briefing
By Terry Wohlers Terry Wohlers shares his views and commentary related to the latest developments in RP and looks ahead to 2005.
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