ST. LOUIS, Mo., Sep 16, 2002 (BUSINESS WIRE) --

Enables Users to Quickly Create Reports Using Design Data Created by any Software Application that Can Write LandXML Data

Autodesk, Inc (Nasdaq:ADSK), the world's leading design software and digital content company, today announced a new software extension, the LandXML Report Generator, for surveyors, land planners, and civil engineers. The extension, announced at the International Highway Engineering Exchange Program (IHEEP) conference, automates the creation of reports on critical project design data and helps users meet submittal requirements for project bidding and planning.

The extension works with project data created in Autodesk Land Desktop 3, Autodesk Civil Series, or any software application that writes LandXML data to take advantage of LandXML's flexibility and openness. This allows customers to own their data and utilize it within the schema, irrespective of the application used to create it. In addition, users can easily and quickly generate reports with a style sheet type approach.

    Key new features and benefits of the LandXML Report Generator are:
    --  Customized Reports -- Users can create their own customized
        report formats, including company logo and project name, for
        more professional appearance
    --  Data Transformation -- Efficiently and accurately transform
        data from one format to another saving time while maintaining
        data integrity and precision
    --  Meet Output Specifications -- Create reports for design data
        that match specific output requirements and store them for
        future reuse
    --  Save as Text -- Open reports as HTML and save as text giving
        users the ability to insert the tables and reports back into
        the drawings or view in non-HTML viewers
    --  Common Templates -- Select from a variety of report templates
        for points, pipes, terrain models, and roads, including the
        ability to customize them
    Autodesk and CAiCE Software at IHEEP

In addition to the LandXML Report Generator announcement at the IHEEP conference, Autodesk and CAiCE Software will be exhibiting together for the first time since Autodesk announced its intention to acquire CAiCE. Attendees are invited to stop by the booth to learn more about CAiCE Software and Autodesk.

The LandXML Report Generator, expected to be available in October, will be available via download from the Autodesk Subscription Program. For an annual fee, the yearly maintenance program is an alternative approach to most major product upgrades, providing licensed users with incremental, feature-enhancing Autodesk extensions that boost functionality. The program also provides downloadable e-Learning courses and optional direct online support. For further information on the Autodesk Subscription Program, visit www.autodesk.com/subscription.

For more information on LandXML and LandXML.org, visit www.landxml.org.

    About Autodesk

Founded in 1982, Autodesk, Inc., is the world's leading design software and digital content company. Autodesk offers solutions for professionals in building design, geographic information systems, manufacturing, digital media, and wireless data services. By delivering progressive products and services, Autodesk helps customers create, manage, use and maximize the value of their digital data throughout the lifecycle of their projects. For more information about the company, see www.autodesk.com.

Autodesk, Autodesk Land Desktop, and Autodesk Civil Series are registered trademarks of Autodesk, Inc., in the United States and other countries. All other brand names, product names, or trademarks belong to their respective holders.

CONTACT:          Autodesk, Inc., San Rafael
                  Eric Sutphin, 415/507-6658
                  eric.sutphin@autodesk.com

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