ST. LOUIS, March 15 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- StellarRAD Systems today announced support for Autodesk Map(R) 3D 2006 next generation design and mapping software from Autodesk, Inc. (Nasdaq: ADSK), the world's leading software and services company for the building, manufacturing, infrastructure, digital media and wireless data services fields. Autodesk Map 3D 2006 is a new way for users to create, manage and share design data and geospatial information with power and precision, ultimately resulting in more informed decisions and increased efficiency.

Autodesk Map 3D 2006 enables CAD and GIS data integration by providing powerful creation and editing tools for GIS professionals and the geospatial features that engineers, mapping professionals and CAD technicians require. StellarRAD customers can now create, maintain and edit data, no matter what format, in a true precision CAD environment with fewer inaccuracies and preserved data integrity.

StellarMAP provides proven telecommunications software products and services that reduce telecom engineering costs, streamline record keeping and provide real-time access to vital information throughout the end-users' organization. Coupled with Autodesk Map 3D 2006's improved GIS User Interface, StellarMAP 6.1 offers fiber management tools for FTTP technology, including PON architecture and fully-integrated outage management functionality.

"By leveraging the latest features in Autodesk Map 3D 2006, StellarRAD's StellarMAP enables our telecommunications customers to maximize their productivity," said Chris Bradshaw, vice president of Autodesk's Infrastructure Solutions Division. "We are pleased to have the strong support of StellarRAD Systems for Autodesk Map 3D 2006."

"StellarRAD Systems values its long-term relationship with Autodesk. Our partnership with Autodesk since 1995 has enabled us to provide an extremely powerful and feature-rich solution for our nationwide clientele," said Shayne Barr, president of StellarRAD Systems.

About Autodesk

Autodesk, Inc. is wholly focused on ensuring that great ideas are turned into reality. With six million users, Autodesk is the world's leading software and services company for the building, manufacturing, infrastructure, digital media and wireless data services fields. Autodesk's solutions help customers create, manage and share their digital assets more effectively. As a result, customers turn ideas into competitive advantage by becoming more productive, streamlining project efficiency, and maximizing profits.

Founded in 1982, Autodesk is headquartered in San Rafael, California. For additional information about Autodesk, please visit www.autodesk.com.

The Autodesk Developer Network (ADN) is comprised of more than 2500 technology partners around the world, that extend Autodesk solutions to meet the industry-specific needs of customers. New 2006-compatible applications from ADN partners are launched every day at: www.autodesk.com/partnerproducts.

About StellarRAD

StellarRAD Systems is a leader in telecommunications software development and professional services. StellarRAD provides the most complete and cost effective solutions for telecommunications providers. The company offers a complete suite of OSS (Operational Support Systems) software that encompasses everything from outside plant mapping to carrier access billing to convergent subscriber billing to trouble management. StellarRAD also creates expert solutions for e-commerce, multimedia and web development needs.

Autodesk reserves the right to alter product offerings and specifications at any time without notice, and is not responsible for typographical or graphical errors that may appear in this document.

NOTE: Autodesk and Autodesk Map are registered trademarks of Autodesk, Inc., in the USA and/or other countries. All other brand names, product names, or trademarks belong to their respective holders.

CONTACT: Todd Troughton of StellarRAD, +1-636-720-0916, or Todd.troughton@stellarrad.com.

SOURCE Autodesk, Inc.
03/15/2005
CONTACT: Todd Troughton of StellarRAD, +1-636-720-0916, or Todd.troughton@stellarrad.com
Web site: http://www.autodesk.com