Autodesk completes aquisition of Alias

Drakon · Jan 11, 2006, 06:31 AM

On January 10, 2006, Autodesk completed the acquisition of Alias for $197 million USD. Alias is a leading developer of 3D graphics technology. This acquisition extends Autodesk’s 3D software leadership in the manufacturing and media and entertainment industries.

A key area of focus will be on linking Autodesk’s and Alias’ existing applications to provide customers with increased interoperability, seamless workflows and improved data management. By offering a more complete set of technologies for the manufacturing and media and entertainment industries, Autodesk customers will be able to obtain solutions from a single company, simplifying everything from training to upgrades. This means greater efficiencies, faster time to market and project completion, and less overall time from the conception of an idea to its realization.
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Drakon · Jan 11, 2006, 06:33 AM

Wow! Didn't know that until a few mins ago. I've used both 3D Studio Max and Maya, and while I find Max to be easier to understand, I do like both. I guess this move brings the best of both worlds

Jan 11, 2006, 06:31 AM	#1
Drakon DriverHeaven Extreme Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Floatin'... Posts: 4,957 Rep Power: 0	Autodesk completes aquisition of Alias On January 10, 2006, Autodesk completed the acquisition of Alias for $197 million USD. Alias is a leading developer of 3D graphics technology. This acquisition extends Autodesk’s 3D software leadership in the manufacturing and media and entertainment industries. A key area of focus will be on linking Autodesk’s and Alias’ existing applications to provide customers with increased interoperability, seamless workflows and improved data management. By offering a more complete set of technologies for the manufacturing and media and entertainment industries, Autodesk customers will be able to obtain solutions from a single company, simplifying everything from training to upgrades. This means greater efficiencies, faster time to market and project completion, and less overall time from the conception of an idea to its realization. _____________________________________ ReadMore: Autodesk

Jan 11, 2006, 06:33 AM	Thread Starter #2
Drakon DriverHeaven Extreme Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Floatin'... Posts: 4,957 Rep Power: 0	Wow! Didn't know that until a few mins ago. I've used both 3D Studio Max and Maya, and while I find Max to be easier to understand, I do like both. I guess this move brings the best of both worlds