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The AI Shift in Engineering Is Already Here
Jun 25, 2026AI is no longer a future concept for manufacturing. It is actively reshaping how engineering teams design products, manage data, automate workflows, and scale operations. In this webinar, we’ll explore how AI is already driving measurable impact across engineering organizations and why manufacturing leaders must prepare their data, systems, and processes now to stay competitive.
From AI-assisted CAD workflows and design automation to intelligent data retrieval and compliance support, this session will break down where AI is creating real business value today. We’ll also discuss the critical foundation required for AI success, including structured product data, governance, engineering change management, and establishing a connected digital thread across your engineering systems.
Agenda
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- Why AI adoption is accelerating across manufacturing
- Real business impact and measurable ROI from AI initiatives
- The importance of structured engineering data and governance
- AI use cases across design, data management, automation, compliance, and production
- Building the digital thread for AI readiness
- How to prepare for AI adoption
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Engineering Paradigm Shift: The New Autodesk Assistant AI
Jul 02, 2026AI is no longer a future concept in engineering software. It’s becoming part of the everyday workflow inside the tools engineering teams already use. In this KETIV Virtual Academy session, we’ll explore how Autodesk Assistant is reshaping design, data management, and manufacturing workflows across Inventor, Vault, and Fusion 2027.
See how natural-language interaction is changing the way engineers work by reducing repetitive tasks, accelerating onboarding, simplifying automation, and helping teams move from concept to production faster. We’ll walk through real examples, live demonstrations, and practical next steps your organization can take to prepare for AI-enabled engineering workflows.
Agenda
- Autodesk AI in 2027: What’s new across Autodesk Inventor, Vault, & Fusion
- Live demonstrations
- Your AI action plan
- Phased next steps for engineering organizations
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What’s New in Autodesk Fusion
May 28, 2026This webinar will cover new enhancements to design, assemblies, modeling workflows, drawings, data management, and overall usability improvements designed to streamline product development. We’ll also take a closer look at the new Autodesk Agent integration and how AI-powered assistance inside Fusion can help accelerate workflows, improve productivity, and simplify everyday design tasks.
- Welcome and overview of the April 2026 Autodesk Fusion update
- What’s New in Fusion
- Assembly and modeling workflow improvements
- Drawing and data management enhancements
- Usability and productivity updates
- Autodesk Agent Integration
- Overview of AI-powered assistance
- Example workflows and productivity benefits
- Demo
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Automating Dimensions in Autodesk Inventor
Jul 23, 2026
Dimensioning can quickly become one of the most repetitive and time-consuming parts of the drawing creation process. In this 7th session of Autodesk Inventor Automation Academy, we’ll combine two advanced automation workflows into one practical walkthrough focused on automating dimensions inside Inventor drawings.You’ll learn how to place dimensions by working directly with drawing geometry and curves, then expand into more advanced techniques using attributes and intelligent selection logic to target the exact entities you want. Instead of hard-coding every edge or manually selecting geometry, we’ll explore scalable approaches that make drawing automation more flexible, reusable, and production-ready.
Whether you’re building Inventor add-ins, experimenting with iLogic, or trying to reduce drawing cleanup time, this session will help you better understand how dimension automation actually works behind the scenes.
Our agenda:
- Automating dimensions from drawing geometry
- Working with drawing curves and view data
- Selecting geometry intelligently without manual picking
- Using attributes to identify and target entities
- Building more scalable and reusable drawing automation workflows
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Drawing Automation in Autodesk Inventor
Jul 16, 2026Drawings are often where engineering automation efforts slow down. Manual view placement, repetitive notes, title block updates, balloons, parts lists, and sketch cleanup can consume hours across every project. In this 6th session of Autodesk Inventor Automation Academy, we’ll bring together multiple drawing automation workflows into a single practical session focused on eliminating repetitive drafting tasks with the Inventor API and iLogic.You’ll see how to automate the creation and management of drawing views, annotations, title blocks, tables, hatching, balloons, sketches, and documentation standards directly inside Autodesk Inventor. Whether you’re building internal automation tools or looking to standardize outputs across engineering teams, this session will help you understand how drawing automation fits into a larger design automation strategy.
Our agenda:
- Automating Drawing View Creation
- Working with Title Blocks and Drawing Standards
- Automating Notes, Balloons, and Parts Lists
- Managing Tables and Drawing Data
- Sketches, Hatching, and Draft View Automation
- Structuring Reusable Drawing Automation Workflows
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Component Placement & Attributes in the Autodesk Inventor API
Jul 09, 2026As your Autodesk Inventor automation projects grow, understanding how to intelligently place components and persist data becomes critical. In this 5th session of Autodesk Inventor Automation Academy, we combine two foundational API topics into one session.You’ll learn how to programmatically place and orient components inside assemblies using the Inventor API, then take it a step further by storing persistent metadata using attributes. From translation and rotation matrices to reading and writing attributes that survive between sessions, this session helps bridge the gap between simple automation scripts and scalable automation architecture.
Whether you’re building configurators, guided assembly workflows, or custom Inventor add-ins, these concepts are core building blocks for creating smarter automation tools.
Our agenda:
- Programmatically Place Components in Assemblies
- Working with Rotation & Translation Matrices
- Assembly Component Definitions & Occurrences
- Reading & Writing Inventor Attributes
Using Attributes for Persistent Data Storage - Named Entities & Attribute Relationships
- Real-World API Workflow Examples
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iLogic Assembly Configuration
Jun 18, 2026In this 3rd session of Autodesk Inventor Automation Academy, we move beyond manual assembly setup in Inventor. In this one we walk you through how to use iLogic rules and snippets to create a basic assembly configurator directly inside Inventor.You’ll learn how to automate component placement, apply constraints programmatically, and build configurable assembly behavior without diving fully into the Inventor API. This session is a practical introduction to using iLogic for real-world automation workflows and scalable design processes.
Our agenda:
- Introduction to iLogic Assembly Configuration
- Understanding iLogic Snippets and Rules
- Adding Components Automatically
- Applying Constraints with iLogic
- Managing File Paths and Configurations
- Building a Basic Assembly Configurator
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Creating Basic Geometry in Autodesk Inventor
Jun 04, 2026In this 2nd session of Autodesk Inventor Automation Academy, we continue building on the Inventor Add-In framework by creating basic geometry directly through the Autodesk Inventor API. You’ll learn how to connect a custom WinForm interface to Inventor functionality, so users can generate geometry based on live inputs and button-driven actions.This session focuses on practical automation techniques engineers can actually build on. We’ll walk through creating forms, wiring up controls and events, and using those inputs to drive sketch and extrude operations inside Inventor. If you’re getting started with Inventor automation, this is where the workflow starts becoming interactive and real.
Our agenda:
- Expanding the Inventor Add-In framework
- Creating WinForms interfaces
- Working with buttons, labels, and user inputs
- Triggering Inventor API actions from UI controls
- Creating basic geometry and extrusions through automation
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What’s New in Inventor 2027
Jun 11, 2026Join Autodesk’s Jim Byrne and KETIV’s Marco Trinidad for a look at What’s New in Autodesk Inventor 2027. This KETIV Virtual Academy session will break down the most impactful updates across modeling, assemblies, drawings, automation, interoperability, and performance improvements. Marco will also provide live demonstrations so you can see these new capabilities in action and better understand where they can improve your day-to-day workflows. Live Q&A will be available throughout the session.
We’ll cover major enhancements including the new Autodesk Assistant experience, updates to iLogic and code blocks, assembly and the new slot feature, expanded Model States functionality, drawing enhancements, and interoperability updates for point clouds, Tube & Pipe, and Plant 3D workflows. Whether you’re an Inventor power user, CAD manager, or engineering leader, you’ll leave with a practical understanding of which new features matter most and how to start applying them immediately.
Here’s what we’ll cover:
- Autodesk Inventor 2027 overview
- Autodesk Assistant and AI-driven workflows
- iLogic and automation enhancements
- Part and assembly modeling updates
- Drawing and annotation improvements
- Model States and interoperability updates
- Live demonstrations and Q&A
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Create an Add-In in Autodesk Inventor: Getting Started with the API
May 07, 2026If you’ve ever looked at repetitive tasks in Autodesk Inventor and thought “this should be automated,” this is where that journey actually starts.
In this KETIV Virtual Academy session, Philip Cox walks through the fundamentals of creating your first Inventor add-in using Visual Studio and the Inventor SDK. This isn’t theory. You’ll see how to connect your development environment to Inventor, use Autodesk’s provided templates, and begin building functionality that extends what Inventor can do out of the box.
We’ll focus on the practical setup steps that tend to slow people down early on. Where to find the SDK, how to install the right tools, and how to get your add-in to actually run inside Inventor. If you’re new to the API or looking to move beyond iLogic into more scalable automation, this session gives you a clear starting point.
Agenda
- Introduction to Inventor Add-Ins
- What they are and when to use them
- Setting Up the Development Environment
- Connecting Visual Studio to Autodesk Inventor
- Installing and Using the Inventor SDK
- Where to find it and how to configure it properly
- Working with Add-In Templates
- VB and C# starter templates and how they’re structured
- Running Your First Add-In
- Getting your code to execute inside Inventor
- Next Steps in Automation
- How this foundation leads into more advanced workflows
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What’s New in Vault 2027
May 21, 2026Autodesk Vault 2027 is all about making data management faster, smarter, and easier to work with. Join Autodesk’s Irvin Hayes Jr. and KETIV’s Phil Steiger as they break down what’s new and what actually matters for your day-to-day workflows.
From the introduction of AI with Autodesk Assistant, to practical improvements across search, copy design, and usability, this session focuses on where teams can reduce manual effort and move faster without changing how they already work.
We’ll also touch on enhancements to collaboration, connectivity, and security so you can understand where Vault is headed—and how to start taking advantage of it right away.
Agenda:
- What’s New in Autodesk Vault 2027
- Autodesk Assistant in Vault (AI + Natural Language Workflows)
- Workflow Efficiency Improvements (Search, Copy Design, Automation)
- Collaboration Enhancements (Thin Client + Viewer Updates)
- Connectivity & Digital Thread (Vault Connector + Fusion Manage)
- Security & Enterprise Readiness
- Live Q&A with Autodesk + KETIV Experts
Guest presenter:
Irvin Hayes Jr
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What’s New in AutoCAD 2027
Apr 23, 2026Get a first look at what’s changing in AutoCAD 2027 and what it actually means for your day-to-day work. In this KETIV Virtual Academy session, Quentin Contreras walks through the latest updates, from AI-driven design assistance to new cloud collaboration capabilities and productivity enhancements across drafting workflows.
We’ll cut through the release notes and focus on what matters: where teams can move faster, reduce manual cleanup, and collaborate more effectively across projects. Whether you’re managing standards or deep in production, you’ll leave with a clear understanding of how to apply these updates right away.
Our agenda:
- What’s New in AutoCAD 2027
Quick overview of the biggest changes and why they matter - AI in the Design Process
How Autodesk Assistant introduces prompt-driven workflows and in-context guidance - Collaboration & Cloud Workflows
Forma Data Management, connected references, and multi-user editing - AutoCAD Anywhere
What’s improved across web and mobile for real-world usage - Productivity & Performance Gains
Geometry cleanup, 3D performance updates, and toolset efficiency - Key Takeaways + Q&A
Where to focus first and how to start leveraging these updates immediately
- What’s New in AutoCAD 2027
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