The AutoMate mission is, "...to offer the most comprehensive, cost effective solution for networked CAD and Document Management by controlling workflow, simplifying tasks, and improving productivity in a secure, well managed environment".

Although many companies are enjoying the benefits of networked computer aided design, they are also experiencing the problems associated with it .... problems concerning ease of use, security, document management and retrieval, revision control, archiving, multiple platform support and software compatibility.

Design software, though crucial to the development process, does not provide the tools needed to effectively manage the CAD environment, nor to secure your organizations assets. The greatest challenge of today's network CAD manager is to effectively manage this complex environment, to improve workflow and communications, to increase productivity and to boost bottom-line profits.

There are four fundamental issues concerning the management of documents within a networked environment:

• Ease of use when searching for and retrieving a document.
• Maintaining the integrity of the document.
• Providing a secure environment.
• Up to date, state-of-the-art technology.

These fundamental issues are the core of AutoMate's Cadmandu document management software. The larger the CAD department, the greater the need to manage network file access. In a large corporation with PC's and workstations spread across different rooms, buildings, cities or states, an automated approach provided by a networked document management system is a virtual necessity.

AutoMate's current release products are developed using high level programming languages, imbedded SQL database technology, and exhaustive testing and quality assurance techniques. Every product is subjected to in-house and on-site customer testing prior to final release. Quality assurance is a cornerstone of the AutoMate development process.

AutoMate is committed to providing quality products backed by dependable support which begins from the moment of purchase. Our authorized resellers throughout the world are trained in the installation and service of all AutoMate products.

As CAD technology continues to evolve, the needs and concerns of managing corporate assets will change. AutoMate will continue to keep pace with developing trends, and to provide solutions to meet the changing needs of the user for today and tomorrow.

Cadmandu® and CadmanView® are Registered Trademarks of AutoMate Corporation