File names will need to be coded by discipline. I have mentioned splitting things out by discipline and so you will need to define how to do that. Some do it with abbreviations like Arch, Mech, Struct, etc. You can also shorten them to just letters. Here is a quick list – based on the […]
Defining the File Types that you will be discussing in your CAD Standard will help those who read it to know what you mean by each term. Without an explanation, they may think incorrectly about your terms or apply definitions that they have used elsewhere. Example text from a CAD Standard: There are five different […]
Do you break out the CAD files from all other files? Some put their CAD files under the same Root Folder and others have them elsewhere. Combine them or separate them you need to always put them in the same area so people know where they are. My preference? Put all project files under the […]
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The Root Folder Define the exact allowable characters and max length. Don’t leave it to the user to guess what to call the folders. Many times there are creative folders buried in your project that may include unacceptable characters. The whole point in providing a naming convention is to ensure consistency. You need things to […]
There are many questions that need to be answered when defining what folder contains what data. Working through the questions will let you know how much information you need to include in your standards. My whole approach in helping you develop your standard is to just ask questions. These questions will help you think through […]
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When you are developing a CAD Standard, you have to ask a lot of questions. If you have the right questions, you are better set to achieve the right answers. As I proceed to escort you through the creation or review of your CAD Standard, I will be posing a lot of questions. There may […]
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Don’t expect anyone to read the Standard Okay – you have just finished defining, collecting, collating, writing and publishing your standard. Now – act like no one will ever read it. The reason I say that is because “if” people read it, it will be because you make them. Most of them will not care […]
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The Standard should be as brief as you can be and still be effective Keep it as short and as simple as you can. But not so short and sweet that it is not effective. This post will be an example of just that… Cover what needs to be covered to the depth that is […]
The Standard is a tool to increase productivity The Standard helps increase your speed, quality and productivity. You want a Bottom Line – that’s it. In all my years of working in CAD, nothing has improved my environment better than a strong CAD Standard. Training has its value. Support has its benefits. Resellers and Autodesk […]
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