Autodesk Vault Review

PROS: I have to admit that it is a great tool for anyone looking to achieve better data management in their organization. To start with, if you have an Autodesk Inventor in your organization, then the Vault will come with many goodies on your part. The user interface is simple and anyone can get up and running with this product. It integrates well with MS Office applications to help you save documents in your computer. Even non-CAD users can add data into your system which gives you more leverage in terms of how you can collect data into your database. The copy design feature helps to duplicate and store data which can be used for future projects and thus save time developing them. For your connectivity speed problems, the local AVFS file servers will help you resolve such issues. The fact that it is web-based makes it possible for you to access it from whenever you are.

CONS: It is an all-round tool but has a few glitches that would need looking into by the developers of the product. Although the web and client upgrades of Autodesk Vault offer new and better features, you may want to improve the interface. It does not reflect that of a modern tool and the interface does not complement other features of the product. It would be better if it was made more intuitive for ease of navigation by the users. Also, for the connection speed, the check in and the checkout functionalities tend to interfere with it. It slows down the connection speed of the Vault which can result to the delay of the projects or designs.

PROS: It offers you with the utmost control of your data and investment in genera. Data security is paramount if you are to make the best designs. With Autodesk Vault, you will be able to control who accesses that data and at what time. The data for your designs should remain secured from access by any unauthorized person. Thanks to Vault, you will be able to keep it secure and achieve change control within your organization. It is also simple to use once you learn how to navigate the features of the tool. Apart from that, it integrates well with the general application in your PC such as excel and word so that you can save all the data that relates to your designs in your PC.

CONS: It has everything we could ask for. However, in terms of the functionality it brings with it, it can do better than that. There are a few features that I think could be better to help deliver the best solutions for our data management practices. The search tools can be improved in a way that you can categorize the search into sub-categories. For example, you can include the user or author and also the date on which that data was created. Also, it should provide levels in terms of how much one should access data in those different levels. Finally, I would like to see a cloud-based platform where we can store data and retrieve it regardless of where we are.

PROS: It offers a reliable data management solution for your data management problems. If you want accomplish seamless support and management levels for your data, then this tool offers that. It integrates well with third party applications to help you function better. With Autodesk Vault, you have everything you need to accomplish your data management objectives. Since we started using it we have achieved a number of data solutions such as data storage, control and security. All of these solutions are found in one place which makes this product worthwhile for any business. It is a one stop shop for your data issues as everything is stored under one roof.

CONS: It is all good but a few things need addressing. Although it is user friendly, you will need more than just mere IT skills to set it up and implement it into your system. It is complex at this stage and you may need your IT department or customer support from Autodesk to sort you out on this part. Also, it generates local copies for you to make use of. This may not be a problem for anyone else, but in my case I do not need it. It provides notification when your local copy has run out of date so that you can update it to run against the database you have in place. With all the features that I do not need, they add on to the cost of the product which I find unnecessary on part since I do not need them.

PROS: There is a lot you can get from this product. It makes the data entry process or adding data to the system easy. Users can enjoy the ease in which you are able to manage and add content into the database. Also, it allows you to distribute content that relates to the project you are undertaking to different locations. During the design process of the project, you will collect data that responds to that product. This data is then distributed to the project team for ease of collaboration in making the project a success. The format support functionality is a breeze as it gives you multiple data formats to choose from when using the Pro Version of Autodesk Vault.

CONS: It seems to be overly dependent on a version in a way that, it makes it difficult to upgrade to a newer or recent version of Autodesk Vault. I would like to see more of different plugins which are compatible with all the versions of the product. This way, it will be easy to upgrade to a different version without having to make adjustments since you have to do away with some of the plugins you were using before. Also, since I utilize Revit Server in the system, it would be nice if the developers of Autodesk Vault could add such a feature into the system to make it more attractive in terms of functionality.

PROS: The features are seamless and offer the best user interface in the market. When you think of how easy this tool is, it gives you a sense of belonging. We have updated to a higher subscription pricing plan which gives us the flexibility we need in terms of the customer support and the recent upgrades of the software. It is no doubt that we are in it for the better part of this tool. It allows us to draw, assemble and have document control that we thought we would never have. In short, this tool is amazing in many ways for our part.

CONS: I can point out a few things that need improving about this tool. The Autodesk Vault has a web viewer that can work across all departments for other teams and colleagues to see what is happening. However, the web version of it does not work as I should be. Even for a simple functionality such as searching for what you need is tiring. It takes time to find what you are looking for and navigate around different items and features. The features of this tool are robust which makes it difficult for different sectors within the business to be limited in only using this tool to view data. A version with lighter features would be of much help. Also, Autodesk Vault does not connect multiple remote sites limits us in terms of how we link to those other sites we are managing.

PROS: If you are an inventor, this tool will come in handy. You do not even need to be a team to utilize the services that Autodesk Vault brings with it. It is the ultimate data management tool for anyone looking to achieve the best data management practices that there is. It allows you to manage your data in a reliable platform while maintaining security and compliance. You can also retrieve and view it whenever you need to. It helps you to identify problems at and make changes on time for the completion of the design. Autodesk Vault accommodates both your design and data needs to ensure you design the right thing according to the objectives you have set forth.

CONS: It has its limitation especially for those who are not using any of the CAD software applications. Without such an application, it can be difficult to navigate and manage files in your company. The simple user interface no longer becomes simple as you have to use the IT department to set it up and implement it according to the needs of your company. For new users who are not tech savvy, it will need a lot of training to get the hang of things. This may take time and a lot of resources before all the departments are on the same page.