The Challenge
Courtney Dias, a Civil Engineering CAD Designer at GeoEngineers, experienced significant workflow challenges due to hardware limitations. “I frequently faced hardware limitations where my CPU and memory would max out while running essential software. This led to slow performance and occasional program crashes, impacting workflow efficiency.”
Before discovering BIMBOX, Courtney explored various workarounds to improve her system’s performance. “I attempted several solutions, including reimaging my machine, installing updates, limiting the number of open programs, and conducting extensive research through long hours of Google searches to find potential fixes.” Despite these efforts, the underlying hardware limitations continued to impact her work.
Goals
Courtney’s primary goal was to find a machine that could handle the demands of her work without compromising performance. “I needed a machine with a high-speed connection for reliable remote access,” she explains. “Additionally, it needed sufficient computing power for high-resolution rendering and the capability to run multiple programs and monitors simultaneously without performance issues.“
Solutions
Courtney’s search for the perfect solution led her to BIMBOX at Autodesk University 2024. After running the Revit benchmark on her current machine and reviewing the results with Brad Clark, Director of Technology and Innovation at ATG, Courtney entered a raffle and won a BIMBOX Stryker IV, a high-performance workstation specifically designed for demanding AEC workflows. Brad provided valuable insights into the capabilities of the BIMBOX and helped Courtney understand how it could address her specific challenges.
After the raffle winners were announced, Courtney collaborated with her ATG sales representative for the shipping and support process. “I worked with Gabby at ATG, who was fantastic. She answered all my questions and provided valuable support throughout the process.”
Business Outcomes
Switching to BIMBOX has revolutionized Courtney’s workflow, allowing her to continue working without disruptions. “The performance of my BIMBOX has significantly improved my productivity,” she states. “Since switching to it, I have not experienced any program crashes, allowing for a smoother workflow and more efficient project completion.”
This has been particularly beneficial for projects requiring complex interactions between different software, ensuring seamless transitions and maintaining a consistent workflow. “While working on a design that required collaboration between Revit and Civil 3D, I needed to ensure the design wouldn’t impact site utilities and future plumbing. The ability to seamlessly work in both 2D and 3D modes while switching between programs allowed me to maintain productivity and meet a tight deadline.”
Conclusion
Courtney’s experience with BIMBOX has been extremely positive. “The BIMBOX was well-packaged upon arrival and worked flawlessly from the moment I powered it on. The internal cable management is clean and well-organized, reflecting the overall quality and attention to detail,“ says Courtney. This, combined with the exceptional support from the ATG team, has made her experience with BIMBOX truly unmatched.
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