

		JULY2009


		News and Announcements

		Ideate, Inc. Now Authorized as Autodesk® Consulting Services Partner Ideate, Inc. Training and Community Events Now Qualify for NCEES Professional Development Hours Ideate, Inc. Certified LEED Accredited Professionals on Staff Increases Ideate Assistance Program Ideate Explorer for Revit 2010 Autodesk® Ecotect® Analysis Autodesk Releases Update 1 for Revit 2010 Software Products Autodesk Robot Structural Analysis Steel Composite Design Extension 2010 Revit Architecture 2010 Conceptual Design Modeling White Paper

		Upcoming Events

		Revit User Groups San Francisco: Jul 15; 11:30am-1:00pm PT Register Curtain Wall Forum Sacramento: Jul 16; 11:00am-1:15pm PT Register Curtain Wall Forum Redwood Empire: Jul 21; 11:30am-1:30pm PT Register Reuse Your BIM Data, Reduce Your Carbon Footprint, Recycle the Daylight East Bay: Jul 21; 11:30am-1:00pm PT Register Curtain Wall Forum

		Current Promotions

		Bundles – Free Training with Software Purchase Ideate Exclusive: Purchase Any of our One-Day Classes in Any Location for $495/Person AutoCAD Term License Offering AutoCAD® LT 2010 Rebate Upgrade and Retirement Program Legacy Program HP Workstation and AutoCAD Bundle





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News & Announcements

Ideate, Inc. Now Authorized as Autodesk® Consulting Services Partner
Ideate, Inc. has received the Autodesk designation of Authorized Consulting Services Partner. Autodesk initiated the Autodesk Consulting Channel Services Program to support Autodesk channel partners, such as Ideate, as we deliver world class consulting services to you. The authorization allows Ideate, Inc. to provide an even greater level of knowledge sharing, access to technology and service resources, and ever more advanced design solutions to its architecture, engineering and construction (AEC), civil GIS and multimedia clients.

Read the full press release here.

For more information, contact Ideate, Inc. at 888.662.7238 or visit ideateinc.com.

Ideate, Inc. Training and Community Events Now Qualify for NCEES Professional Development Hours
The National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying® (NCEES) now accepts and approves all Ideate classes and professional community events for Professional Development Hours (PDH). Ideate has met the RCEPP standards and requirements and is now listed as an approved provider on the NCEES Web site, www.ncees.org/rcep/listing.php.

Read the full press release here.

Contact the Training Department at education@ideateinc.com or 888.662.7238 for more details.

Ideate, Inc. Certified LEED Accredited Professionals on Staff Increases
Ideate is proud that two more of our professionals have achieved LEED AP status. Architecture/Engineering/Construction (AEC) Solutions Application Specialists Nancy McClure, Assoc. AIA, and Srinivas Vemuri, MS, can now add Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Accredited Professional (AP) to their titles. McClure and Vemuri join other Ideate staff members in the designation: AEC Solutions Application Specialist Emily Clark, Assoc. AIA, LEED AP, AEC Solutions Application Specialist Shruti Harve, MS, LEED AP, and Ideate’s Director of AEC Services, David Haynes, AIA, LEED AP.

Read the full press release here.

Ideate Assistance Program
Ideate Assistance an innovative program from Ideate, Inc. and Autodesk to help members of the AEC community become more employable in a challenging period. Currently, talented people are finding themselves without work. At the same time, our AEC industry is advancing. People with skills and expertise in Building Information Modeling (BIM) and Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) are the ones prepared to meet the next phase of demand. Ideate Assistance works in collaboration with, and enhances, the Autodesk Assistance Program.

Ideate President Bob Palioca was recently interviewed at the Autodesk Gallery by Dave Graveline. "Into Tomorrow with Dave Graveline" is a national show covering the latest in Consumer Electronics & Technology. You can link to the interview on Ideate Assistance Program or "Into Tomorrow with Dave Graveline" or you can hop directly to our YouTube page.
Autodesk Gallery Facebook Page View pictures from an Autodesk and Ideate June 9 networking event at the Autodesk Gallery which provided more than (130) job candidates with a chance to learn more about the program. In response to enthusiasm from the June 9 attendees, a special Revit Test Drive has been scheduled in San Francisco to provide more insight into the product.
Assistance Program Group on LinkedIn Check out Autodesk’s group on LinkedIn to connect others, participate in discussions, post job openings and even find job leads.

For complete program details, check Ideate's Assistance page or contact assist@ideateinc.com.

Ideate Explorer for Revit 2010
Ideate, Inc. is pleased to announce the release of Ideate Explorer for Revit 2010. Ideate Explorer gives you an easy, intuitive and profound way to search, quantify and select elements in a Revit model.

Ideate Explorer for Revit 2009 Owners: The 2010 release – a $145.00 value – is available for upgrade at no charge.

Ideate Subscription or Premium Support Customers: Ideate Explorer is included with your product and service packages.

Download a fully functional 30-day trial version, or contact Ideate to request your FREE copy.

Not an Explorer 2009 Owner, Subscription or Premium Support Customer? We haven't left you out. Ideate Explorer for Revit 2010 is on sale – $75 introductory price valid until July 31, 2009

To purchase or learn more about the Ideate Explorer, go to www.ideateexplorer.com for FAQs, screenshots and videos.

Autodesk® Ecotect® Analysis
You’ve heard about Autodesk® Ecotect® Analysis green building software - a comprehensive sustainable analysis tool that delivers a wide range of simulation and analysis functionality through desktop and web-service* platforms. Now see it in action as Ideate’s Director of AEC Services David Haynes demonstrates two key features: Weather Files and Artificial Lighting.

Autodesk Releases Update 1 for Revit 2010 Software Products
Autodesk announces the release of update 1 for the stand-alone and suite versions of Autodesk® Revit® Architecture 2010, Autodesk® Revit® Structure 2010, and Autodesk® Revit® MEP 2010 software.

Download update 1 for Revit Architecture, Revit Structure, and Revit MEP on Autodesk.com.

Note: Update 1 is a service pack technology similar to AutoCAD-based products and is not a full install. Prior to installing update 1, it is necessary to verify that you have already installed the First Customer Ship build of Revit Architecture 2010, Revit Structure 2010 or Revit MEP 2010 software.

Autodesk Robot Structural Analysis Steel Composite Design Extension 2010
Because this type of floor system design is so prevalent in the industry, Autodesk has included a composite design 2010 extension. To learn more about the Robot Steel Composite Design Extension 2010 check out this webcast.

Download the Robot extension from the Autodesk Subscription website.

Note: Prerequisites for the download are active license with subscription of Autodesk Robot Structural Analysis 2010 and active license with subscription of Revit Structure 2010.

Revit Architecture 2010 Conceptual Design Modeling White Paper
Click here for a whitepaper produced by CASE Design covering the use of new conceptual design features in the FY10 release of Autodesk Revit Architecture.

Current Promotions

Bundles – Free Training with Software Purchase
Purchase a new seat, legacy upgrade or crossgrade of select product and receive one free seat in a quality Ideate training course. Let our experts help you learn how to maximize the features of your software purchase.

Purchase New Seat, Legacy Upgrade or Crossgrade	Earn One Free Class	Purchase By	Class Date	Locations
AutoCAD®	AutoCAD Fundamentals	July 31, 2009	before January 31, 2010	Any of Ideate’s 5 training facilities.
AutoCAD® Civil or AutoCAD® Civil 3D®	Civil 3D Fundamentals	July 31, 2009	before January 31, 2010	Any of Ideate’s 5 training facilities.
AutoCAD® Revit® Architecture Suite	Revit Architecture Fundamentals	July 31, 2009	before January 31, 2010	Portland, Seattle

Contact your sales rep today at 888.662.7238 for details on pricing and terms of sale.

Ideate Exclusive: Purchase Any of our One-Day Classes in Any Location for $495/Person
Offer ends July 31st, 2009. Classes must be taken within 1 year of purchase.

One-Day Courses at up to 45% Savings
Until July 31, 2009, the cost of any Ideate, Inc. one-day course valued at more than $495 is reduced to $495 per student.

Important Terms and Conditions of This Limited-time Opportunity:
Q. Can I receive these savings if I need to complete training after March 31, 2009?

A. Yes, you have one full year, from the date of your invoice, to complete the training. We encourage you to take your selected course as soon as you can, so we can ensure that we still offer that specific class. If the course title purchased is no longer available, you will receive a credit toward any other class open enrollment or custom training you wish to take.

Q. Can this offer be combined with any other offers, discounts or past purchases?

A. Sorry. This generous offer cannot be combined with any other promotions or discounts, or any courses purchased prior to November 17, 2008.

For additional questions about this offer and available courses, contact Ideate Training at 888.662.7238 x1012.

AutoCAD Term License Offering
Autodesk has a new, 12-month term license for AutoCAD® 2009 or AutoCAD® 2010 software as an affordable way for U.S. commercial customers to license AutoCAD software. This new offering is designed to help you meet project demands while faced with limited budgets or project-based budgets – or simply to meet peak demand requirements in unpredictable markets.

The AutoCAD term license offers the same powerful, flexible features found in AutoCAD, one of the world’s leading 2D and 3D design software applications, at a lower initial cost.

Contact your Account Manager to learn more about this exciting new offering.

Phone: 888.662.7238
Email: sales@ideateinc.com

AutoCAD® LT 2010 Rebate
AutoCAD LT 2010: Unprecedented productivity and a $400 rebate

What are you missing if you’re still working on a previous release of AutoCAD LT® software? Thanks to a $400 rebate, there’s never been a better time to find out. Replace your current software with AutoCAD LT® 2010 by July 31, 2009, to receive your savings and experience the powerful new tools that make this the most advanced version ever of AutoCAD LT.

Promotion expires: July 31, 2009
Phone: 888.662.7238
Email: sales@ideateinc.com

Upgrade and Retirement Program
Save up to 30% with the Autodesk Subscription upgrade advantage.

In order to simplify and streamline customer purchase paths to new Autodesk products, Autodesk is making important changes to the way they’ll be pricing future upgrades on many of our software products. This new, streamlined upgrade path begins on March 16, 2010, and affects all future upgrades after that date. We always encourage customers to upgrade their Autodesk® software because each new release is designed to help you work smarter and faster. And to make that move even more cost-effective, you can now save up to 30% on current upgrade pricing if you act before July 17, 2009 and upgrade with Subscription.

Promotion expires: July 17, 2009
Phone: 888.662.7238
Email: sales@ideateinc.com

Legacy Program
Act now and save 40% on Autodesk 2010 software.

Save 40% on the latest Autodesk® 2010 software when you purchase with Autodesk® Subscription between June 1, 2009, and July 17, 2009. Get more productive and efficient, and say goodbye to costly incompatibility issues. Act now — this exclusive offer won’t last long.

Promotion expires: July 17, 2009
Phone: 888.662.7238
Email: sales@ideateinc.com

HP Workstation and AutoCAD Bundle
Save now: HP Workstation and AutoCAD bundle.

Learn how you can enjoy great savings, add new CAD seats and upgrade your PCs to truly experience CAD as it was meant to be, all in one buy. Check out all the 3D CAD bundles, available until July 31, 2009.

Promotion expires: July 31, 2009
Phone: 888.662.7238
Email: sales@ideateinc.com

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Autodesk Robot Structural Analysis Steel Composite Design Extension 2010 Because this type of floor system design is so prevalent in the industry, Autodesk has included a composite design 2010 extension. To learn more about the Robot Steel Composite Design Extension 2010 check out this webcast.

Download the Robot extension from the Autodesk Subscription website.

Note: Prerequisites for the download are active license with subscription of Autodesk Robot Structural Analysis 2010 and active license with subscription of Revit Structure 2010.

Autodesk Robot Structural Analysis Steel Composite Design Extension 2010
Because this type of floor system design is so prevalent in the industry, Autodesk has included a composite design 2010 extension. To learn more about the Robot Steel Composite Design Extension 2010 check out this webcast.