Autodesk, Inc. is a leading provider of design and make software for the architecture, engineering, construction, manufacturing, media and entertainment industries. The company’s flagship products allow professionals to conceptualize, design, simulate and visualize projects and products in both two-dimensional and three-dimensional formats. Autodesk’s portfolio encompasses desktop and cloud-based solutions that streamline workflows, foster collaboration and support the entire lifecycle of building and product development.
Founded in 1982 by John Walker and a group of co-founders in Marin County, California, Autodesk pioneered the use of computer-aided design (CAD) with the release of AutoCAD in 1982. The company expanded rapidly through the 1980s and 1990s, adding software for structural engineering, geographic information systems and digital media creation. Over the past decade, Autodesk has transitioned its offerings to a subscription model and invested heavily in cloud technology, enabling real-time collaboration and remote access to design data.
Autodesk’s product suite includes AutoCAD for general CAD needs, Revit for building information modeling (BIM), Fusion 360 for integrated CAD/CAM/CAE workflows and Maya for 3D animation and visual effects. Beyond core authoring tools, the company provides industry-specific solutions such as BIM 360 and Autodesk Construction Cloud for building project management, as well as Vault and Factory Design Utilities for manufacturing operations. Autodesk also offers generative design, simulation, reality capture and digital twin technologies to optimize performance, reduce waste and accelerate innovation.
With a global footprint, Autodesk serves customers in over 190 countries through regional offices in North America, Europe, Asia and Latin America. The company’s leadership team is headed by President and CEO Andrew Anagnost, who has guided Autodesk’s strategic shift towards cloud-based services and sustainability-driven design practices. Autodesk remains committed to advancing digital workflows, supporting environmental responsibility and enabling its customers to bring imaginative ideas to life efficiently and responsibly.
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