Monday, August 31, 2009

GDS Facilities Management (FM) software!!

The Informatix Software International GDS Facilities Management (FM) software is designed to enable the busy FM department to plan, track and manage Moves, Additions and Changes (IMAC) across the entire business estate. GDS FM is incorporated with the MicroGDS Plus multi users CAD program, the ability for FM departments or stake holders to work in a collaborative way ensures the high levels of productivity and accurate data required for successful IMAC implementations.

Comprehensive graphic and alphanumeric data inside a single set of drawing are the repository of all your data because the drawings are stored within a SQL dBase, GDS FM graphically represents this data quickly and easily. The SQL database allows for numerous databases to link to the drawings displaying the data the organisation may require, and example of this would be:

Desk Asset 1234 is located on floor 3, South Corner, by then clicking on the desk on the CAD drawing the user could display the following information (Only with the correct authorisation levels):
  • User John Smith (with Picture, this could be used by security at front desk for random ID Checks or lost/forgotten passes)

  • IT Assets (data taken from Openview, Tivoli, LANDesk etc):

    • HP Laptop asset number 23456

    • MS Office

    • AV

    • Etc

  • Payroll ID (taken from SAP or Oracle etc)

  • HR Details (taken from SAP or Oracle etc)

  • Cost centre

  • Is desk shared and cross charge

  • SQ footage of desk, or office

  • Power consumption of PC (taken from Verdiem or IE) for cross charge

This data can all be accessed by authorised FM departments or Department Managers based on access rights.

The GDS FM software will allow smooth IMAC planning, the ability to simulate moves ensure that once departments are moved there will be no disruption on the first working day after the move, the ability to accurately show habitable office space can save companies money on business rates, the unique ability of MicroGDS to calculate this instantly in feet, meters, inches etc is a useful tool for FM departments to manage occupancy accurately and allows more accurate cross charging where appropriate.

GDS FM is a software solution that empowers users to make the most of office space, track a magnitude of assets, and also where appropriate keep documentation on maintenance schedules, pictorial references and other important data, all stored with one CAD tool.

How Does it Work?

Flexibility in calculating areas in Sq ft
Truly Multi-User functionality/product
Draw and delete changes seamlessly
All changes automatically update all users on the project/move

Phases
Easy to organise information in layers within a single plan drawing to easily query data from any number of attributes

Automated cross charging and cost modelling

Area by Department/Cost centre
Common Areas
Hot Desks

Move Simulations
Powerful tools and reports to simulate single and site relocations. Real-time, graphic visualisations of the impacts a move has on time, assets, resources etc...

Multi User
Improved productivity
Allows more stake-holders to be involved in project
Versatile Dbase engine for seamless monitoring of areas and assets and allows for easy management of cross charges and space management (cost centre)

Working Space Interface


On the left: Structured Document Organiser
In the middle: Plan drawing
On the right: Properties/Data Window


Occupancy visualisation and reporting

Easy occupancy viewing and navigation
Simply pan around on the small view window for a full zoom on the live plan


View of two different floor layouts at two different sites on one screen




GDS FM Data driven by Graphics from the Database



A truly multi-user solution.

Ability to visualise different types and levels of data simultaneously from the same plan drawing
Top: Blue furniture relates to a particular Cost Centre
Bottom: Brown colour shows data by type of furniture

Query Libraries













Seamless reporting:
Effectively manage the business’s overall operating and maintenance costs. Report on areas, assets, occupancy rates, health & safety, fire hazard compliance, security and more ....
Health & Safety:fire extinguishers / sprinkler systems
Accounting: Cost centre breakdown
Areas: Sq ft utilisation
Office space: Gross or Net Sq ft usage for accurate council tax reporting
Hot Desks Management: Booking and Cost Centre cross charging
Utilities/Maintenance planning: Power/data/telephone points HVAC-R, plumbing, lighting, furniture, IT equipment
Contingency Planning:In the event of disaster
Security asset trackingTags / Passes / R&I / Security Cameras & Codes


Bar-code

GDS Inventory to easily and accurately input data about all you asses and resources from a printer or a laptop to every single component of a chair or a desk cluster.

Powerful Move-Management tool

Plan, Organise, Simulate, Manage and Communicate your move to all stakeholders
Budget and Cost move projects accurately and efficiently

Example GDS FM French Customer Query





Summary:

GDS FM has been designed to enhance the offerings to FM Manager to enable them to plan and implement and manage moves and assets within organisation more easily and effectively. The MicroGDS software was one of the first CAD programs to be designed for Microsoft Windows and is available on a Windows XP, Vista and Windows 7. The ease of use and the ability to manage costs with a company more efficiently enables the software to pay for itself with a very short period of time.

The comprehensive reporting with GDS FM allows for reports to be generate for a number of business purposes, these reports in Access or Excel can be generated daily, weekly etc for easy distribution to business stakeholder allowing organisations to keep abreast of occupancy and assets within their business. MicroGDS unique way it links to SQL databases, and it ability to graphically display data enables member of a company to view data that would be relevant to them or their department, the tool is not just limited to FM, but can be utilised for data display or other information useful to a company, that can be stored in a SQL database format.

MicroGDS has also comes with a Application Development Kit (ADK) this .Net based tool allows companies to developed either in house of through ISI enhanced functionally to GDS FM. GDS FM reads all AutoCAD and Bentley Microstation files as well as other mainstream CAD products, this interoperability allows easy manipulation of existing CAD drawing held within a FM department.

GDS FM is a tool designed for FM departments by a company that understands the need to manage people, assets and data seamlessly and in a proactively and manageable and structured way

Tuesday, August 25, 2009

3d interior design software

Alike our lives, the presence of computer has changed so many aspects of our lifestyles. So, when it comes to interior designing, the onset of computer technology has put the right presence and allowed interior software programs to move into customized hands to cater every difficult needs. So if you cannot afford to hire a professional and experienced interior designer for your home or any other need, you still have effective ways to get the perfect looks with ease.

3D home design software has changed the way traditional interior designers used to work in the past. No need to take pencil and paper to pen down your creative shots but you can capture your imagination on computers and give it a newer look by using advanced features of 3D dimensional tools that came with software. With 3D dimensional software, you can experiment with your home furniture or add anything that suits your imagination and help you to get a better design. Get a better feel of the size of your room and the exact placing of your furniture by using the 3D interior designing software.

Feel confident and start the redecoration and redesigning process soon by using a quality 3D interior design software.

Wednesday, July 22, 2009

2D/3D CAD software gives more freedom to designers and architects

Computer Aided Design commonly known as CAD software can be used for designing a wide range of designs with the help of computer based tools. CAD software is basically used by professional designers and architects to design creative designs for their everyday designing activities. CAD is a form of geometry-authoring tool that combines both the features of software as well as hardware. There is a number of CAD software are available in the market that can give professional designing tools that you can incorporate in your designing project. 2D/3D CAD software is so easy to use that both companies and individuals can easily use it without any hassle.

Whether you want to use it for creating, designing or optimizing products, CAD software can ease the process of designing. The new tool has redefined the way designing has been done so far. Now, designers and architects can enjoy more freedom to put their creativity on papers.

Wednesday, July 1, 2009

Micro GDS 10 the ultimate software solution for design professionals!!!

Micro GDS is the premium CAD design software solution that’s delivered exceptional value to both 2D and 3D users.

Micro GDS CAD software program has an outstanding combination of CAD design tools specific to the professional sector. The cost is comparable to other professional CAD software’s on the market today. Micro GDS also boasts file compatibility with all Graphic file formats, making Micro GDS the most resourceful expert CAD software tool on your desktop.

Micro GDS provides a huge and varied client base, all with the same issues in common; a desire to make their organisations work more efficiently using an effective CAD solution. Micro GDS software speeds up business processes and delivers a more satisfactory experience for their staff and customers. Micro GDS provides expertise in areas of CAD software information and can provide a perfect solution for your business.

Thursday, June 18, 2009

Micro GDS software technology

Micro GDS software technology, Micro GDS 3D CAD Architecture provides similar capabilities at a fraction of the cost.
3D design for small or large businesses has now been made easy with, "intelligent" components, perfect 2D/3D plans including cross sections and views, virtual reality image export, precise dimensioning and even calculation of quantities and costs. You can Design, homes, buildings, shopping centres, high-rise buildings, or just a simple apartment; interactively, in a realistic 3D world. For more information on Micro GDS and the capabilities contact www.microgds.co.uk

Tuesday, June 16, 2009

Micro GDS Architect Design Suite is the all new product from Micro GDS!

20 years in development and written from the bottom up. Micro GDS allows us to offer new features and enhanced performance while maintaining the features you loved in our previous Micro GDS versions. Because of this combination of compatibility with previous versions mated with new features, we have labelled this nexGen™ technology emphasizing our focus on the future as well as differentiating this as a completely new product.
Micro Gds is perfect for working on any design project and meets the 2D and 3D CAD needs of architects, engineers, facility planners, and interior designers no matter how big or how small your organisation and projects.

Friday, June 12, 2009

Micro GDS Professional Drafting Software

Micro GDS Professional Drafting Software
This is a potent combination which offers a powerful yet easy to use 2D and 3D drafting software package with ready made plans and symbol libraries. Perfected by Informatix over the last 15 years this system enables you to draw home & remodelling plans for pulling permits in the fastest possible time. For more detailed information check out www.microgds.co.uk