3D Studio VIZ R2 Achieves Full Interoperability with AutoCAD 2000, Boosts User Base to Over 25,000

Strategic Insights -

The news, announced in conjunction with Autodesk's unveiling of AutoCAD 2000, enables architects, interior designers, and AEC professionals to combine the powerful modeling and rendering features of 3D Studio VIZ R2 with the more than 400 new features and enhancements now available in AutoCAD 2000. This integration has led to a significant increase in the VIZ user base, with over 25,000 users worldwide since November 1, 1998.

Key Takeaways:

  • 3D Studio VIZ R2 is now fully interoperable with AutoCAD 2000, allowing seamless design and visualization of 2D and 3D data.
  • The integration has resulted in a dramatic boost in the VIZ user base, with over 25,000 users worldwide since November 1, 1998.
  • DWG Linking feature in 3D Studio VIZ software enables dynamic links to AutoCAD .DWG files, streamlining design productivity and workflow.
  • AutoCAD 2000's new features, including the Multiple Design Environment (MDE), make it easy for designers to work with 2D and 3D data.
  • The collaboration between Autodesk and Kinetix has led to a significant increase in productivity and ease of use for designers.

Statistics:

  • Since November 1, 1998, the number of 3D Studio VIZ software users has increased to over 25,000 worldwide.
  • 3D Studio VIZ R2 has won more than 60 industry awards since its introduction in 1996.
  • Autodesk has over 4 million customers using its 2D and 3D products.

Sources:

  • "Autodesk's Kinetix Announces Interoperable 3D Studio VIZ R2 with Autodesk's AutoCAD 2000." PR Newswire, March 10, 1999.
  • "Kinetix 3D Studio VIZ R2 Software Now Interoperable with AutoCAD 2000." Autodesk Press Release, March 10, 1999.
  • "About Kinetix." Kinetix Website, accessed March 20, 1999.
  • "About Autodesk." Autodesk Website, accessed March 20, 1999.