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  • Anguleris Acquires Concora Spec to Expand BIM Solutions

    Anguleris Acquires Concora Spec to Expand BIM Solutions

    ELGIN, IL, Feb 18, 2025 – Anguleris has completed the acquisition of Concora Spec, the product specification platform formerly known as SmartBIM. The acquisition will integrate Concora’s team, technology, and products with the Anguleris portfolio of brands, further extending Anguleris’s global leadership in BIM and specification solutions.

    The move deepens Anguleris’s diverse portfolio of construction technology platforms, that includes BIMsmith, the leading product research platform and BIM content resource for building professionals; Swatchbox, the building material sample fulfillment platform for the construction industry; and Modlar, the architectural inspiration and discovery platform.

    Concora’s CEO Eric Snyder shared his excitement about the acquisition: “In the past 15 years, Anguleris has developed a deeply robust portfolio of building product marketing solutions to rival anyone else out there. We firmly believe that Anguleris is the ideal home for Concora’s next phase of impact on our industry.”

    The acquisition of Concora is the third in a string of acquisitions for Anguleris that acquired the architectural inspiration platform Modlar in 2023, followed by the material sampling platform ClubDesign in 2024.

    “Concora and Anguleris have each pursued innovation in building product specification technology for over a decade,” said Benjamin Glunz, founder and CEO of Anguleris. “As Anguleris brings Concora’s technology into its unified Construction Marketing Suite, the opportunity for our industry could not be more exciting.”

    Source: Anguleris

    About Anguleris

    Founded in 2010, Anguleris provides BIM solutions for the construction industry. The company connects architects, designers, and builders with precise, data-rich digital representations of real-life products throughout all project development stages. Headquartered in Elgin, IL Anguleris serves building product manufacturers by offering virtual product placement services. As of October 2024, the company employs approximately 50 professionals across five continents, including North America, Europe, and Africa. Anguleris’s annual revenue is estimated at $10 million to $50 million.

    About Concora

    Established in 2013, Concora is a software company headquartered in Alpharetta, GA, specializing in enhancing the online presence of building product manufacturers. Their platform streamlines product selection and specification processes, enabling architects, engineers, contractors, and designers to access necessary technical details. Serving the construction and building materials industries, Concora’s solutions facilitate increased product specifications and sales for manufacturers. As of 2024, the company employs approximately 22 professionals. Concora has secured $4.85 million in seed funding to support its growth and development.

  • Graphisoft Signs Open BIM (Hong Kong) to Sell, Support Archicad

    Graphisoft Signs Open BIM (Hong Kong) to Sell, Support Archicad

    Hong Kong, Jan 30, 2025 – Graphisoft has announced a partnership with Open BIM (Hong Kong) Ltd. The collaboration represents a pivotal step for Graphisoft in ensuring support and cutting-edge BIM solutions for the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry. Open BIM (Hong Kong) will be the authorized distributor for Graphisoft products and services in Hong Kong, ensuring streamlined access and comprehensive support for customers seeking advanced AEC solutions. The partnership will provide AEC firms in Hong Kong with resources and support to boost project efficiency, strengthen teamwork, and encourage innovation in the built environment.

    Graphisoft’s flagship product is the award-winning Archicad. Archicad offers tools and an easy-to-use interface, helping users design projects of all sizes efficiently. With built-in design documentation, one-click publishing, photo-realistic rendering, and advanced analysis features, Archicad allows architects to focus on designing exceptional buildings.

    “Partnering with Open BIM (Hong Kong) Limited underscores our commitment to delivering top-tier BIM solutions and support tailored to the unique needs of the Hong Kong market,” said Robert Samuel, APAC partner sales director, Graphisoft Asia. “Together, we are poised to offer unparalleled value to our customers and strengthen Graphisoft’s presence in the AEC space.”

    Open BIM (Hong Kong) Ltd., is redefining the landscape with its innovative and open approach to BIM in Hong Kong. As the authorized distributor of Nemetschek Group solutions, including Allplan, Bluebeam, dTwin, Graphisoft, Solibri, and Spacewell in Hong Kong, Open BIM (Hong Kong) Limited stands out with its unique strengths and commitment to delivering exceptional value to the AEC sector in Hong Kong.

    “Our collaboration with Graphisoft Asia marks a significant step toward advancing Open BIM solutions in Hong Kong. By integrating our expertise and project delivery experience with Graphisoft’s cutting-edge solutions, we are poised to revolutionize how projects are planned, built, and managed. This partnership underlines our shared commitment to fostering innovation, efficiency, and sustainability within the built environment,” said Joshua So, senior product marketing manager of Open BIM (Hong Kong).

    About Graphisoft

    Founded in 1982 and headquartered in Budapest, Hungary, Graphisoft is a leading developer of BIM software solutions for the AEC industry. Its flagship product, Archicad, offers comprehensive 2D and 3D drafting, visualization, and documentation capabilities, enabling professionals to design and deliver high-quality building projects efficiently. Over its four-decade history, Graphisoft has expanded its product portfolio to include tools like BIMcloud for real-time collaboration and BIMx for project presentation. As a subsidiary of the Nemetschek Group, Graphisoft continues to innovate in the AEC sector. As of November 2024, Graphisoft employs approximately 900 people across six continents, including Europe, North America, and Asia. The company’s estimated annual revenue is around $142 million.

    About OpenBIM

    Open BIM (Hong Kong) Limited, founded in 2024, is based in Hong Kong and focuses on providing BIM solutions using open standards. The company serves the AEC sectors with products such as Allplan, Graphisoft, D5 Render, BricsCAD, Revizto, and Solibri. These tools are designed to improve design accuracy and teamwork across projects. By supporting open BIM standards, the company helps ensure clear communication between all parties involved in construction.

    Source: Graphisoft

  • 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