News and Announcements

Revit User Groups
Redwood Empire: August 21; 11:30am-1:00pm PT Register
San Francisco: August 22; 11:30am-1:30pm PT Register
Reno: August 22; 5:30-8:00pm PT Register
Sacramento: August 23; 11:30am-1:30pm PT Register
Experience the Possibilities 2008, Presented by Ideate
Santa Rosa – August 14, 8:00am-12:00pm PT
New! Portland Hands-On Test Drives for Revit Structure
and Revit Architecture
The Structural Engineers Association of Central California (SEAOCC)
76th Annual Convention
September 26-29, 2007; The Resort at Squaw Creek; Olympic Valley, CA
2007 AIA Northwest and Pacific Regional Conference
September 26-29, 2007; Spokane, WA
15th Annual Autodesk University
November 27-30, 2007; The Venetian Resort Hotel; Las Vegas, NV

News and Announcements

Ideate, Inc. Named Platinum Co-Host Sponsor of Autodesk University 2007
Ideate, Inc. has proudly been accepted as a Platinum Co-Host Sponsor at Autodesk University (AU) 2007 in Las Vegas, Nevada. As a Platinum sponsor, Ideate will have a significant presence at the annual four day event. 

AU is the world's largest annual gathering of working professionals, industry experts, and Autodesk executives. The one-of-a-kind event combines a deep-learning environment with a trade show and a mix of business and social activities – all designed to provide attendees with unparalleled opportunities to learn new skills and build valuable business relationships.

AU will be held on November 27-30th at the Venetian Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada. Early registration begins August 7th.

Save $150 Off Registration!
Use our codes when registering for Autodesk University and save $150. Simply enter:

Special Promotional Code: 150ATC
Co-Host Code: PCIDEA

PLUS! Win AU Tuition Reimbursement – a Value up to $2,145
Enter Ideate’s co-host code PCIDEA when registering for AU and be automatically entered to win reimbursement for your AU tuition. As a special bonus, register before the early bird registration deadline of October 7th and receive a Starbucks gift card. Click here for more information.

For general conference information click here.

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Four Ideate, Inc. Employees Scheduled to Speak at Autodesk University 2007
Four members of the Ideate team have been invited to speak at this year’s 15th Annual Autodesk University. AU is the premier annual learning event and only top-rated instructors are invited to speak. Selected topics include: 

• Ron Palma, Application Specialist, AEC Solutions:  FYI – Fueling Your Impression
• Jason Hill, Business Development Manager, Geospatial Solutions:Bridging the GIS and CAD Gap by Connecting Directly with FD
• Jason Hill, Business Development Manager, Geospatial Solutions: AutoCAD Map 3D for Improving Environmental Engineering
• Scott Wagner, Business Development Manager, Infrastructure Solutions: Civil 3D Implementation – Lessons Learned from Successful Implementation
• Mark Roach, Application Specialist, Infrastructure Solutions: AutoCAD’s Built-In Productivity Tools

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New! Portland Hands-On Test Drives for Revit Structure and Revit Architecture
Ideate, Inc. is hosting a series of FREE Revit Structure and Revit Architecture test drives, providing you the hands-on opportunity to explore the power and potential of each tool. Whether you currently own a seat or are considering a purchase, experience how these programs offer the full range of capabilities you need for every stage of your project from using design elements to completing construction documents.

Enjoy a free lunch; learn from our expert instructors; network with other professionals; and test drive the latest product releases.

Revit® Structure Registration
More information: sales@ideateinc.com

Revit® Architecture Registration 
More information: sales@ideateinc.com

DATES
08.22.07
09.20.07

LOCATION
Ideate, Inc.
805 SW Broadway, Suite 1850
Portland, OR 97205

TIMES
Revit Structure Test Drive
10:00am–12:00pm PT

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Autodesk Webcast: Revit MEP "First Look"

Date & Time: Wednesday, July 25, 2007 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. PDT

If you're an MEP engineer or designer, don't miss this opportunity to explore the many benefits of building information modeling utilizing Revit® MEP software (formerly Autodesk Revit Systems). You'll walk away with a greater understanding of how this powerful solution provides better design insight. See how you can develop your MEP system designs with the most sophisticated tool around!

http://usa.autodesk.com/adsk/servlet/oc/offer/form?siteID=123112&id=9223854

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Attention Autodesk Architectural Desktop Customers Who Want Revit Architecture!
Are you ready to switch to Revit® Architecture, but still have projects you’re working on in Autodesk® Architectural Desktop? If you answered “yes,” you’ll want to know about the Rev It Up for Architecture Promotion. With this special offer, you can get a new license of Revit Architecture and upgrade your Architectural Desktop to the latest release for a savings of up to 50%!

Promotion Expires: October 19, 2007
more info | 888.662.7238

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Purchase Any Autodesk Engineering Software and Save $200 Off Training or Services
Customers who purchase any new licenses of, or crossgrade to, the software listed below will receive a $200 voucher off of Ideate’s classroom training* or implementation services.** The following software qualifies for the training voucher:

• Revit Structure
• AutoCAD Revit Structure Suite
• AutoCAD Revit MEP Suite
• AutoCAD MEP

*Classroom training has to be at least 3 days worth of training
**Implementation services of 18 hours also qualifies

Promotion Expires: October 19, 2007
more info | 888.662.7238

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LT 2 3D – for $1,995
Why buy AutoCAD LT when there are more ways to create, visualize, document, and share with software that is specific to your work? If you currently use AutoCAD LT®, now is the time to upgrade to the new generation of Autodesk products. Make the move before October 15, 2007 and pay less than half the regular price.

Promotion Expires: October 15, 2007
more info | 888.662.7238

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2005 Retirement – Upgrade Now to Receive the Maximum Savings – Up to 15%
Autodesk is retiring AutoCAD 2005-based Software. Make this your year to move to greater efficiency and profitability with the newest products. 

Call Ideate First! Upgrade by October 15th and receive up to 15% in savings.

On March 14, 2008, Autodesk will retire these 2005-based products:

• AutoCAD LT® 2005
• AutoCAD® 2005
• Autodesk® Raster Design 2005
• Autodesk® Architectural Desktop 2005
• Autodesk® Land Desktop 2005
• Autodesk® Map3D® 2005
• AutoCAD® Mechanical 2005
• AutoCAD® Electrical 2005
• Autodesk Inventor® Series 9
• Autodesk® VIZ 2005
• Autodesk® 3ds Max® 7

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