SolidWorks:Heard! - Episode 395 - Transition to Cloud
/Transition to Cloud:
This podcast discusses the possible scenarios that SolidWorks could take with their introduction of SolidWorks V6. Make not mistake, this is not an all or nothing choice but the move has more questions than answers at this point. Topics covered:
- What we know about SolidWorks V6
- What we still have to learn
- What the "Cloud" can offer
- Possible options for the transition to the V6 platform for SW users
- Miscellaneous questions and how to be ready
To say that SolidWorks has been quiet about the next generation of SolidWorks would be an understatement, especially since we are approaching 3 years since we saw a first take at SW World 2010. Not only was SolidWorks shown as a cloud-based app running on a number of devices, it was demod in front of it's biggest fans and the CAD press. Looking back, many would say they let the cat out of the bag way too early, but caused an uprising of doubt of the future of SolidWorks itself.
Like many technology previews, SolidWorks V6 has been the topic of conversation on many blogs and commenters around the web. The web is something we all use in and out of work for a variety of applications, however when discussions about moving our precious CAD tools to the web start, the open-mindedness goes right out the window. I believe this is because many of the necessary technologies are brand new or are not fully adopted yet, therefore the desktop works so why "fix it"?
If this move request the "all in" approach, I believe the transition will not happen for a vast majority of users. A platform shift of this magnitude required a long list of benefits as well as a gradual transition period. Taking a lesson from the mobile platforms like iOS and Android would tech us that "Apps" are designed for local performance while harnessing the cloud for collaboration, sync and other powerful cloud services. ~Lou
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