What's new in BIM V25

BricsCAD BIM V25 introduces several enhancements compared to V24, focusing on smarter workflows, increased automation, and expanded data interoperability. Key updates include:

1. Improved Design and Documentation Tools: V25 features faster drawing view generation using multi-core CPU threading. This ensures smoother workflows when generating and managing drawings, sections, and schedules. Automatic annotation tools have been refined for effortless tagging and dimensioning.

2. Enhanced BIM Modelling Flexibility: The updated BIMSTAIR tool now automatically generates adapted 2D representations for stairs, whether modelled directly or with the BIMSTAIR command, simplifying the documentation process.

3. Streamlined Data Exchange: Enhanced capabilities for open BIM modelling include support for buildingSMART Information Delivery Specifications (IDS) and improved IFC georeferencing. This ensures precise data exchange at agreed levels of detail (LOD) and information (LOI), aligning with industry standards.

4. Expanded Reality-Capture Integration: BricsCAD BIM V25 optimises scan-to-BIM workflows with improved tools for importing and working with point cloud data, making reality capture faster and more efficient.

5. User-Friendly Enhancements: The platform’s familiar DWG-based environment remains intuitive for CAD users transitioning to BIM, while new templates for BIM Typed Plans allow for customised layouts across various disciplines such as architectural and structural plans.

Maintenance (FAQ's)

1. What is BricsCAD Maintenance?

BricsCAD Maintenance is an optional subscription plan that provides access to software updates, upgrades, and priority technical support for BricsCAD.

2. Is BricsCAD Maintenance required to use BricsCAD?

No, it is optional. You can continue to use BricsCAD without a Maintenance subscription, but you won't receive updates, upgrades, or access to priority support without it.

3. What benefits does BricsCAD Maintenance offer?

• Access to the latest updates and new versions of BricsCAD.
• Priority technical support from Bricsys.
• Cost-effective software upgrades compared to purchasing them separately.

4. How much does BricsCAD Maintenance cost?

The cost varies depending on the edition of BricsCAD (e.g., Lite, Pro, Mechanical, BIM). It is typically an annual fee. You can check pricing on the Bricsys website or here on the Plot-IT site.

5. Can I add Maintenance to my perpetual license later?

Yes, but this might depend on how much time has passed since you purchased the license. If too much time has elapsed, rejoining may incur additional fees or require you to purchase an upgrade.

6. What happens if I don’t renew my Maintenance subscription?

• You can continue using your current version of BricsCAD without issue.
• However, you will no longer receive updates, upgrades, or priority technical support.

7. Is BricsCAD Maintenance the same as a subscription license?

No, they are different:

• Maintenance: Adds benefits to perpetual licenses, such as updates and support.
• Subscription license: Requires ongoing payments to use the software and includes updates and support as part of the cost.

8. How do I renew my BricsCAD Maintenance plan?

You can renew directly through the Bricsys website, your account portal, or via the Plot-IT site.

9. Can I cancel my Maintenance plan?

Yes, but you won’t receive refunds for unused time. Once cancelled, you lose access to updates and support after the current term ends.

10. How do I get technical support under the Maintenance plan?

You can access priority technical support by logging into your Bricsys account and submitting a support request.

Perpetual Licence Benefits

BricsCAD perpetual licences provide numerous benefits, particularly for individuals and businesses seeking long-term ownership of their CAD software. Here are the key advantages:

1. Lifetime Ownership

• Once purchased, the software is yours to use indefinitely.
• There are no recurring fees to maintain access to the version you bought.

2. Cost-Effectiveness Over Time

• Perpetual licences are a cost-effective solution for long-term users compared to subscription models.
• They eliminate the need for continuous payments, providing significant savings over time.

3. Optional Maintenance

• You can pair a perpetual licence with BricsCAD Maintenance, which offers access to updates, upgrades, and priority support.
• Maintenance is optional and can be renewed or discontinued as needed.

4. No Forced Updates

• You can continue using your current version of BricsCAD without being required to upgrade.
• This ensures stability for long-term projects or specific workflows.

5. Offline Capability

• Perpetual licences do not rely on an active subscription for validation, allowing you to work offline without interruptions.

6. Flexibility in Editions

• Perpetual licences are available for various BricsCAD editions (Lite, Pro, BIM, Mechanical, Ultimate), enabling you to choose the version best suited to your requirements.

7. Ideal for Long-Term Projects

• They ensure software continuity for projects spanning several years, avoiding compatibility or access issues that can arise with subscription models.

8. Multi-Platform Use

• A single BricsCAD perpetual licence works across multiple operating systems, including Windows, macOS, and Linux.

9. Investment Value

• For businesses, perpetual licences can be considered a capital investment, offering long-term value without the uncertainty of subscription costs.

10. Network and Volume Licensing

• Options for network and volume licensing make perpetual licences suitable for organisations needing flexible access for multiple users.

11. Full Functionality and Customisation

• Perpetual licences provide the same features as subscription licences, including API access and compatibility with third-party plugins, ensuring a fully customisable workflow.

Summary

BricsCAD perpetual licences offer long-term value, stability, and flexibility, making them ideal for professionals and organisations looking to minimise costs and maximise software reliability. Pairing them with optional Maintenance ensures access to updates and support, providing the best of both worlds.

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