Softdesk Announces Softdesk 7: the Next Generation of Application Software
for AutoCAD

Major Release Features Advanced Integration, Networking, and Localization
Tools

HENNIKER, NH, December 7, 1994 - Softdesk, Inc. announces the release of
Softdesk 7 (S7), the next generation of Softdesk application software for
AutoCAD. S7 represents the seventh major cycle in technology for both the
Softdesk and the ASG applications and unifies both lines into a powerful
new product line. S7 introduces networking, translation and localization
tools, advanced integration, and the benefits of the new Softdesk Core
module.

"S7 breaks new ground for our customers in the AEC industry worldwide,"
said Jesse Devitte, Executive Vice President of Sales and Marketing at
Softdesk. "S7's new level of integration allows different design
disciplines to work together as never before, taking into consideration
the needs of large and small companies alike."

S7 is built on a new foundation called Softdesk Core, which provides true
integration between Softdesk's Civil/Survey, Building Design &
Engineering, and Productivity product families. Core consolidates all of
the commonly needed features for managing Softdesk applications into a
single, easy-to-use interface that is consistent throughout all S7
products. With Core, all Softdesk applications look and feel alike to make
users more comfortable and help reduce the learning curve when additional
applications are added to a Softdesk system.

Networking is a key advantage to S7, requested especially by customers
using Softdesk applications for multi-user, multi-discipline design. Now
Softdesk applications can be easily and efficiently accessed by many
designers and engineers over a network so that designers can work on
different aspects of a project simultaneously and speed the project
workflow. S7's network support also helps companies manage software
licenses and the number of users working with Softdesk products.

S7 features translation and localization tools that are critical to
Softdesk products becoming a global standard. The S7 generation of
Softdesk products will be available in more languages, faster than
possible before. This means, for example, that an office in New York can
use the same design tools as a firm in Sao Paulo, Brazil, while designers
work comfortably with Softdesk products appearing in their native
languages.

S7 will begin shipping in the fourth quarter of 1994. Upgrade pricing from
Softdesk's Release 12 will be $150 per module in the U. S. For other
pricing, contact Softdesk at 603-428-3199.

Softdesk Background Information

Softdesk, Inc. is the world's leading supplier of Architecture,
Engineering, and Construction (AEC) application software for AutoCAD,
offering integrated solutions or automating the entire building, site,
infrastructure, and utilities project lifecycle. Softdesk products are
sold by a worldwide network of more than 600 resellers and distributors
who offer comprehensive mplementation, training, and support services.
Covering the range of AEC disciplines, Softdesk software applications are
grouped into product families for Civil Engineering & Survey, Architecture
& Building Services, the Productivity Series, Facilities Management,
Mapping/GIS, AM/FM & Utilities, Process & Power Plant Design, and Imaging.
Softdesk has an installed base of over 128,000 modules in over 18,000
customers sites.

Softdesk Imaging Group
385 Jordan Rd.
Troy, NY 12180
PH 518-283-8783,  FX 518-283-8790

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