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  • Autodesk Announces Jim Lynch’s Retirement

    Autodesk Announces Jim Lynch’s Retirement

    SAN FRANCISCO, CA, Jan 27, 2025 – Jim Lynch, SVP and GM of Autodesk Construction, has announced his retirement following a successful 28 years at the company where he led the transformation of Autodesk Construction. Lynch will serve in his current role until Apr 1, 2025.

    “Jim has had an immeasurable impact on Autodesk and the construction industry at large. From his early contributions establishing Revit as a core part of AEC to his leadership in building out our construction business, he’s shaped Autodesk’s success,” said Andrew Anagnost, president and CEO of Autodesk. “Under his leadership, Autodesk Construction set new benchmarks for collaboration and innovation, helping our customers around the world to achieve their business goals. We are grateful for Jim’s vision, dedication, and impact and wish him the very best in his retirement.”

    To ensure a seamless transition, Amy Bunszel, Autodesk’s EVP of architecture, engineering, and construction solutions, will lead Autodesk Construction following Lynch’s retirement. Bunszel has over 14 years of leadership experience in the AEC industry.

    “We remain committed to delivering value to our construction customers and making construction Autodesk’s next billion-dollar business,” said Anagnost. “Amy Bunszel has deep expertise across the AEC industry and is a natural fit to lead the Autodesk Construction business forward.”

    Lynch joined Autodesk in 1997 and has led the Autodesk Construction business for the last seven years. His accomplishments in this role include building the half a billion-dollar business and launching Autodesk Construction Cloud.

    “Leading the Autodesk Construction business has been the highlight of an amazing 28-year career at Autodesk,” said Lynch. “I’m proud of the people I had the joy of working alongside, our contributions to the construction industry, and the achievements of our customers to build a better world. While I look forward to this next chapter, I cherish my time at Autodesk and will remain deeply invested in the future of construction.”

    About Autodesk Construction

    Autodesk Construction, a division of Autodesk, Inc., offers a comprehensive suite of software solutions designed to enhance collaboration, project management, and efficiency in the construction industry. Its flagship platform, Autodesk Construction Cloud, integrates tools for design, planning, building, and operations, serving sectors such as architecture, engineering, and construction. Autodesk was founded in 1982 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California. In fiscal year 2024, Autodesk reported total revenues of $5.5 billion, with its architecture, engineering, and construction segment contributing $696 million in the fourth quarter. The company employs approximately 14,100 people worldwide.

    Source: Autodesk

  • Sustain360° partners with Autodesk to Reduce Carbon Emission

    Sustain360° partners with Autodesk to Reduce Carbon Emission

    HUNTSVILLE, AL, Jan 6, 2025 – Sustain360°  has announced its integration with Autodesk Construction Cloud, a portfolio of software and services that combines advanced technology, a builders’ network and predictive insights for construction teams.

    Carbon pathways via knowledge graphs (image source: Sustain360° website)

    The new integration allows project stakeholders to import 3D Revit models from Autodesk Build or Autodesk Docs directly into Sustain360° to evaluate building materials and carbon emissions at the earliest stages of project design.

    Conceptual design decisions determines a project’s environmental footprint, and allows architects and designers to:

    • Evaluate carbon emissions at the design phase.
    • Identify opportunities for alternative materials, energy, sourcing, and waste reduction.
    • Incorporate environmental metrics into design workflows to reduce carbon emissions.

    Data (1) shows that over 80% of decisions impacting embodied carbon emissions are made in the design stage.

    “These decisions are pivotal in shaping the sustainability of a project’s lifecycle,” said Baz Khuti, founder and CEO of Sustain360°. “Through our integration with Autodesk Construction Cloud, we’re giving construction professionals the capability to create projects that not only meet but exceed environmental standards. Together, we’re shaping a greener and more resilient future for the construction industry.”

    “Incorporating sustainable materials early in the design phase can help reduce carbon emissions throughout the construction process,” said James Cook, director of Industry & Technology partnerships at Autodesk. “Using Sustain360° to generate and evaluate carbon and cost metrics from 3D models that designers and builders trust to Autodesk Construction Cloud, project managers can ensure reports are current and promote sustainability from the project’s start.”

    With Autodesk Construction Cloud’s robust API, Sustain360° can integrate environmental data directly into project workflows, providing actionable insights that align design innovation with sustainability goals. The integration not only enhances project efficiency but also reinforces a commitment to tackling global climate challenges.

    Sources

    (1) https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cscm.2024.e03024

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