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Extraordinary Women in BIM: Anien Nauta’s Journey from Design to Digital Transformation
When it comes to shaping the future of digital construction, Anien Nauta stands out as a trailblazer who bridges creativity, technology, and people. Her journey into BIM wasn’t a straight line, but it’s a story of curiosity, resilience, and a passion for...
Digital Delivery at Scale: Turner & Townsend’s Success with Autodesk Build on Rack Centre Phase 2
Introduction In a bold move to reinforce West Africa's digital infrastructure, Turner & Townsend delivered the highly complex Phase 2 of Rack Centre's data centre in Lagos, Nigeria. With a mission to bring global best practices into regional project delivery, used...
Transform Your Road Design Workflow: How Autodesk Tools Eliminate Repetitive Tasks and Boost Efficiency
The Modern Road Design Challenge Road design workflows haven't evolved much over the past decade, yet project complexity continues to increase. Engineers find themselves trapped in cycles of repetitive tasks, struggling with coordination challenges, and spending...
Celebrating Excellence: Astrid van der Laan Named 2025 Extraordinary Woman in BIM
We are proud to announce that Astrid van der Laan, Principal Computational Designer at Zutari, has been named the 2025 Extraordinary Woman in BIM, a prestigious recognition proudly sponsored by Autodesk and Baker Baynes. This award honours women who are leading...
Powerbrake: Precision, Performance, and a Path to Global Innovation with Autodesk Fusion
Introduction From the extreme race stages of the Dakar Rally to the world’s toughest 4x4 overland trails, Powerbrake has carved out a name synonymous with excellence in high-performance 4x4 braking systems. Founded in 2004 by Clive Murphy, Powerbrake is a...
Reimagining Retail: How KBK Engineers Revitalised the Bethal Mall with Digital Innovation
Introduction In the heart of Mpumalanga, an ambitious project is breathing new life into an abandoned Nestlé factory. The Bethal Mall redevelopment is not just a commercial transformation; it is a testament to how innovation, collaboration, and digital tools can...
Overcoming Construction Challenges with Autodesk Build
The construction industry continues to face persistent hurdles: shrinking schedules, increasing project complexity, data trapped in silos, skilled labour shortages, and geographically dispersed teams. These factors squeeze already tight profit margins and amplify...
Power Up Your Factory: Why Smarter, Leaner Production Is the Key to Staying Tariff-Proof
In a world where global trade tensions and rising tariffs are putting pressure on manufacturers, staying competitive is no longer just about producing more; it's about producing smarter. Manufacturers in South Africa and around the world are facing increased costs,...
From Silos to Seamless: Engineering Success with Autodesk Vault Professional and CoolOrange
Founded in 1969, Trident South Africa has built a legacy of precision engineering and rugged reliability in the mining and industrial sectors. As the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) of the globally trusted Goodman locomotive range and Eimco rockershovels,...
Designing Smarter Drainage Systems with InfoDrainage
How to Future-Proof Your Urban Infrastructure with Autodesk. As cities expand and climate patterns shift, water management in the built environment has become a critical challenge. That is why professionals across engineering, development, and consulting tuned in to...
Heritage Meets Innovation: KMH Architects Revives the Union Castle Building Through Digital Transformation
Introduction With a century-long legacy of architectural excellence, KMH Architects has always been at the forefront of design innovation in South Africa. Known for seamlessly blending tradition with technology, the firm took on a significant challenge: breathing new...
From Files to Data: What the Future Holds for the AECO Industry According to Autodesk
Introduction In today’s fast-evolving AECO (Architecture, Engineering, Construction, and Operations) landscape, the digital transformation journey is accelerating, driven by artificial intelligence (AI), data interoperability, and integrated workflows that connect...