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Author: Randall Newton

Randall Newton

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Randall S. Newton is principal analyst at Consilia Vektor, covering engineering technology. He has been part of the computer graphics industry in a variety of roles since 1985.

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Balancing Compute Resources

Understanding the nuances of various computing environments can aid in purchasing decisions.

Rise of the AI Workstation

Given the rapid interest in artificial intelligence, more workstation vendors are rising to meet demand.

Quality and Safety Drive Monitor Innovations

The latest monitors reduce eye strain while increasing visible detail.

Generative Design Pushes Workstation Performance

The design process requires the right hardware to support higher data and simulation workloads.

AI in Design: In Need of New Hardware

New hardware options are emerging to support artificial intelligence use cases.

Rackable Systems Display Power and Performance

Scalability and space efficiency are just a few benefits of this special breed of workstations.

Power of Good Design

Applying emphasis on effective and innovative design processes in the design for additive manufacturing space can pay off and trim costs in the long run.

Matching Workstation to Workload

Finding just the right fit can be tricky but doable.

2D CAD Remains Popular for Mechanical Design 

Cost savings associated with 2D CAD software versus costs of 3D modeling keeps 2D CAD in the mix for smaller business and those with budget constraints.

Desktop vs. Mobile Dilemma

Sorting out individual workstation benefits boils down to how the engineer plans to use the system.

CorelCAD Discontinued

Users encouraged to explore ARES CAD solutions from Graebert.

Musk’s Manufacturing Algorithm Mirrors Engineering Digitalization

Author considers the rules through the lens of PLM strategies and engineering transformation.

Keeping Pace With Needs of Workstation Users

Post-pandemic, engineers and designers want a balance between power and form factor for the newest workstations.

Monitor Modifications

Blacker blacks and fewer blues highlight workstation monitor trends.

PLM Stays Relevant in Manufacturing

Experts weigh in on how PLM still has a seat at the table in today’s tech-heavy marketplace.

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