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Attending BIM World or Esri IMGIS in April? Head over to see ACCA and learn more about how they integrate the IntelliCAD engine with their products. ACCA delivers software designed for architectural design, structural engineering, analyzing and calculating, energy performance analysis, quantitative studies, site health and safety, and maintenance and management of BIM processes.BIM World
April 2-3, 2025
Paris, France 

Esri International Infrastructure Management and GIS Conference
April 9-11, 2025
Frankfurt, Germany

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ACCA is a member of the IntelliCAD Technology Consortium and delivers several BIM and technical products based on the IntelliCAD engine. To learn more about IntelliCAD's BIM technology, go here.

Got a collapsed drift that needs evaluating? Carlson C-ALS HD Scanner accessed a collapsed drift and generated images, video, geographic data, and point clouds. Then using Carlson products, many of which come with IntelliCAD, the condition of the drift could be assessed.

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IntelliCAD is the default CAD engine built-in with Carlson Software products. To find out how Carlson Software and the ITC work together, see the success story. To find out more about IntelliCAD's .dwg technology, go here.

ZWSOFT recently held an Electric Motorcycle Design Competition in Indonesia. And the winners are...

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The competition attracted a wide range of talent, from undergraduate students to seasoned professionals, to use ZWSOFT ZW3D for their designs. Known for its CAD/CAE/CAM design capabilities, ZW3D powered the electric motorcycle designs to completion.

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ZWSOFT has been an ITC member since 2002, and its products are used by over 900,000 users from more than 90 countries and districts. 

CADirect is available in different versions that can include AEC and BIM support, Print2CAD 2026 AI, CADconv AI, CADGPT, and more.

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CADirect 2026 is based on the IntelliCAD 13.1 engine. To learn more about IntelliCAD and its .dwg technology, go here.

In Las Vegas for NAHB International Builders' Show? Stop by and see FRAMECAD at booth #SU3039 in South Hall to see how they use IntelliCAD in their steel frame design and build systems!International Builders Show
February 25-27, 2025
South Hall, Booth SU3039
Las Vegas, NV, USA

For more details and to book a meeting for the show, go to framecad.com/events.

FRAMECAD uses IntelliCAD in its end-to-end steel frame design and manufacturing system for rapid construction of buildings. To learn how FRAMECAD benefits from ITC membership, read the success story. To find out more about IntelliCAD's BIM technology, go here.

The Using IntelliCAD guide describes what's available in the IntelliCAD engine and details how to use IntelliCAD to draw in 2D and 3D, view drawings, dimension entities, work with layers, insert blocks and external references, add custom programs, and everything else you expect from a CAD program.

If you're investigating CAD platforms, you might find it helpful to take a look—the guides for IntelliCAD 13.1 are available for a small fee here.

ITC members receive source files and output for the IntelliCAD user guides and other documentation as part of their ITC membership. If you're an end user looking for IntelliCAD documentation, contact the ITC member where you purchased IntelliCAD.

The IntelliCAD Technology Consortium (ITC) is excited to announce our upcoming World Conference, planned for late 2025. Specific dates and venue details will be announced soon.

What to Expect at the Conference

• Deep dive into the newest IntelliCAD development platform
• Learn how members leverage IntelliCAD technologies to drive business success
• One-on-one sessions with core ITC developers
• Direct input for future development priorities
• Networking opportunities and social events with industry peers

Why Attend the Conference?

As a member-driven cooperative, the ITC values your input in shaping product development. The World Conference offers you a chance to influence IntelliCAD's future roadmap while connecting with fellow members and technical experts.

Non-members are welcome to attend to learn more about ITC and IntelliCAD technology and discover how membership could benefit their business.

Conference Registration Details

Registration details will be announced soon. Attendees are responsible for arranging travel and paying for accommodations, although special rates will be available at the conference hotel.

Looking for Speakers

We are seeking speakers for the conference. If you want to promote your IntelliCAD solution or discuss an engaging and relevant topic, please get in touch with us at press@intellicad.org to let us know.

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We are in the process of selecting the location and venue and will announce it soon. Please follow this blog or our social media channels for updates.

The IntelliCAD Technology Consortium (ITC) today announced the planned retirement of ITC President David Lorenzo and the election of Shawn Lindsay as ITC President, effective February 1, 2025.

David Lorenzo began working with CAD in the early 1980s. In 1986, after partnering with KETIV Technologies, Lorenzo played a pivotal role in transforming the company into a leading Autodesk® AutoCAD® reseller in North America. As vice president of KETIV’s software development, Lorenzo spearheaded the development of ArchT, an internationally acclaimed BIM application for AutoCAD.

When Autodesk entered the AEC market and began competing with its retailers, including KETIV’s ArchT, it left many retailers without a viable platform. Lorenzo was determined to steadfastly support an alternative CAD development platform. Recognizing the ITC’s mission to establish such a platform through a member-driven, cooperative, and purpose-focused model, rather than a controlling one, Lorenzo endorsed the ITC’s efforts and joined the organization full-time in 2004.

Lorenzo began as the ITC’s development manager, later advanced to development director and, ultimately, became the ITC’s president in 2010. Vitor Neves, chair of the ITC’s board, said, “Lorenzo’s vision fostered a collaborative environment for third-party developers, enabling them to grow their businesses with confidence. Today, IntelliCAD supports developers and CAD products worldwide, used by millions in over 130 countries. This success has led to increased competition, innovation, and sustainable solutions for developers and CAD users.”

Transition Plan

When Lorenzo announced his retirement plans in 2023, he worked closely with the ITC Board of Directors to ensure a smooth transition. Neves highlighted Lorenzo’s early notice, “This allowed for a thorough presidential succession planning process and the implementation of a comprehensive transition strategy. The transition strategy balanced immediate and future needs: bringing in Jason Poitras to advance business development and marketing initiatives, while identifying Shawn Lindsay as the ideal presidential successor given his extensive organizational experience.”

Lorenzo expressed his confidence in Shawn Lindsay, who has served as the ITC’s lead attorney for over 22 years, “Shawn’s exceptional legal expertise, deep institutional knowledge of the ITC and CAD industry, strong board connections, and collaborative leadership skills uniquely position him to effectively guide the ITC. I am confident Shawn will elevate the ITC to new heights, continue the ITC’s collaborative mission, and safeguard IntelliCAD as an alternative development platform for future generations.”

Neves further emphasized Lindsay’s abilities, “Not only has Shawn effectively served as the ITC’s legal counsel for decades, he has also served as an Oregon legislator, which demonstrates his capacity to foster collaboration amongst diverse stakeholders. The unanimous election of Shawn underscores the ITC Board of Directors' confidence in his leadership as the incoming president.”

Shawn Lindsay stated, “I am honored to build upon the strong foundation Dave established at the ITC. His leadership has created a strong CAD platform and collective culture that serves as the bedrock for our members' success. Collaborating with Jason Poitras and our talented team, we will continue to advance our technology while strengthening our member relationships and market presence.”

Future Initiatives

In 2025, under its new leadership, the ITC will advance several key initiatives. The upcoming release of IntelliCAD 14 will deliver advancements in core CAD, BIM, and native DGN areas. Additionally, continued investment in LISP and IcARX APIs will expand development possibilities for members. IntelliCAD World 2025 and enhanced business development efforts led by Jason Poitras will strengthen the ITC’s market presence and member engagement. These strategic priorities reflect the ITC's unwavering commitment to providing a trusted CAD development platform that empowers members' business success.

About The IntelliCAD Technology Consortium

The IntelliCAD Technology Consortium is an independent, non-profit organization funded and directed by its members specifically for the development of IntelliCAD technology. The IntelliCAD Technology Consortium licenses the IntelliCAD technology to its commercial members, who in turn market and sell applications based on IntelliCAD to their end users. Commercial members have access to the IntelliCAD source code, documentation, developer support, and more. The ITC is also a founding member of the Open Design Alliance, thereby contributing to interoperability in the engineering industry.

The IntelliCAD Technology Consortium (ITC) today announced a strategic partnership with JP Works Consulting to lead ITC’s Business Development and Marketing initiatives, effective January 1, 2025. Under this partnership, Jason Poitras, founder of JP Works Consulting, will oversee these critical functions for the ITC.

Poitras brings over three decades of experience in the CAD and geospatial sectors to this role. Most recently serving as General Manager of MicroSurvey Software, a Hexagon company, Poitras has demonstrated expertise across the full spectrum of technology business operations, from hands-on technical work to executive leadership.

Through this consulting partnership, Poitras will manage business development, strategic planning, member relations, event management, and marketing initiatives. This collaboration strengthens ITC's commitment to advancing CAD technology and serving its member organizations.

Prior to establishing this partnership with the ITC, Poitras held various leadership positions at MicroSurvey Software, progressing from technical sales to Chief Operating Officer and, ultimately, General Manager. During his tenure at MicroSurvey, Poitras also served on the ITC’s board of directors and as secretary of the ITC, providing him with deep insight into the ITC's mission and operations.

"We are thrilled to be working with Jason Poitras," said David Lorenzo, ITC President. "His extensive industry experience, proven leadership capabilities, and deep understanding of both technical and business aspects of CAD and geospatial technologies make him the ideal person to drive our business development and marketing initiatives forward. With a long career as a third-party developer, Jason has worked with a variety of CAD platforms, including AutoCAD, IntelliCAD, BricsCAD, Ares, and others. He has been deeply involved with IntelliCAD since 2005 and served for over nine years on the ITC Board of Directors. Jason’s unique expertise provides him with a clear perspective on the benefits IntelliCAD offers over other platforms, the value of member collaboration, and the ability to work seamlessly within a vision, team, business model, and process he already knows well."

Poitras's background includes technical surveying experience, product development leadership, technology assessment, and operations management. He holds a diploma in surveying technology from Red River College and certifications in Autodesk® AutoCAD® and Microsoft® networking.

About The IntelliCAD Technology Consortium

The IntelliCAD Technology Consortium is an independent, non-profit organization funded and directed by its members specifically for the development of IntelliCAD technology. The IntelliCAD Technology Consortium licenses the IntelliCAD technology to its commercial members, who in turn market and sell applications based on IntelliCAD to their end users. Commercial members have access to the IntelliCAD source code, documentation, developer support, and more. The ITC is also a founding member of the Open Design Alliance, thereby contributing to interoperability in the engineering industry.

About JP Works Consulting

JP Works Consulting (jpworks.ca) specializes in business development and marketing strategies for technology companies, with particular expertise in CAD and geospatial software solutions. Founded by Jason Poitras, the firm leverages decades of industry experience to deliver strategic growth initiatives for its clients.

The IntelliCAD Technology Consortium (ITC) today announced the release of IntelliCAD 13.1.

IntelliCAD 13.1 is a major release that includes performance improvements and new features, with a focus on enhanced reporting capabilities using the Extract Data command. Extracting data is completely refactored for improved performance and additional reporting on drawing properties (such as file size, path, etc.), drawing system variables, and the number of entities in drawings. Users can customize reports before they’re created with more options and now easily update linked report tables in drawings.

Other new features include customizing user interface elements for running and one-time entity snaps, printing to PNG files with transparent backgrounds, using an additional interactive dialog to precisely move and rotate entities with the 3D Positioner command, selecting from new options for the Trim and Extend commands, cloning additional entity types with the Clone command, and restoring hidden program messages individually.

Additionally, LISP and IcARX APIs include enhanced compatibility and improved performance.

For IntelliCAD versions that support working with BIM files: create architectural spaces using the Spaces command, and infill AEC entities when using the Section Plane command.

For IntelliCAD versions that support editing and creation of .dgn files in their native format: draw with the Polygon command, use the clip option of the Define View command, and manage named views from the command line using the -VIEW command.

For technical users, IntelliCAD 13.1 uses ODA SDKs version 2024.12. IntelliCAD IcARX continues to be a pre-release version for members and is highly compatible with AutoCAD® ObjectARX, allowing ITC members to build applications with a single code base that runs on both platforms.

David Lorenzo, ITC President, stated, “I’m pleased we’re delivering another new pack of features and fixes to ITC members before year-end. I’m especially excited about how we transformed traditional reporting into power reporting by adding the ability to extract internal drawing data for troubleshooting and discovery in large drawing sets. Another key specialty area for IntelliCAD 13.1 is entity snaps. We worked with members to fine-tune when and where entity snaps are available in the program, and the result is a customizable interface to meet the needs of long-time users, new users, and users who are familiar with other CAD applications.”

IntelliCAD 13.1 is supported on Microsoft® Windows® 11, Windows 10, and Windows 8 64-bit versions. IntelliCAD Mobile Viewer versions are available for Windows desktop, Google® Android™, Apple® macOS® and iOS.

Interested IntelliCAD users can contact ITC members to receive details about availability of IntelliCAD software.

Companies interested in more details about IntelliCAD and membership in the ITC should contact the ITC directly. For more information about IntelliCAD and the ITC, including case studies, please visit http://www.intellicad.org/.

About the IntelliCAD Technology Consortium

The IntelliCAD Technology Consortium is an independent, non-profit organization funded and directed by its members specifically for the development of the IntelliCAD technology. The IntelliCAD Technology Consortium licenses the IntelliCAD technology to its commercial members, who in turn market and sell applications based on IntelliCAD to their end users. Commercial members have access to the IntelliCAD source code, documentation, developer support, and more. The ITC is also a founding member of the Open Design Alliance, thereby contributing to interoperability in the engineering industry.

For additional ITC news and information, visit the company website (http://www.intellicad.org) or call 1-503-293-7655.