Graphisoft Forward reduces the cost by improving the upgrade and license sharing process, technical support and robust training offerings.

For IT professionals working in the engineering industry, the early days of the pandemic were a whirlwind. They worked around the clock to help staff adjust to a new work environment, track and acquire new software and sufficient licenses, obtain the right tools to make remote work possible and keep projects running smoothly while everyone struggled to deal with their new reality. The adjustment was swift and appears to have worked so well that most engineers are unlikely to return to working in an office setting full time even when the pandemic ends. That doesn’t mean there weren’t a lot of headaches along the way for the professionals who worked behind the scenes to help ensure that everyone was able to do their jobs effectively.
To help users understand the myriad different factors that go into selecting a software package and the total cost of ownership associated with purchasing multiple licenses, trainings and upgrades, award-winning BIM software developer Graphisoft has launched a new Software Service Agreement program for users of its flagship program, Archicad, called Graphisoft Forward. The new program unlocks new value for users with exclusive tools, training, support and services. Graphisoft Forward users will receive early access to the software when new downloads and product upgrades are available, giving them first access to software innovations and functionality.
“During the early days of the pandemic, firm principals saw firsthand how crucial an emergency license of Archicad could be for their businesses,” said Huw Roberts, Graphisoft CEO. “Providing this continuity of service as we did, helped us decide to make it a permanent feature. Graphisoft Forward further proves why so many successful firms work with us.”
The primary selling points of Graphisoft Forward revolve around giving IT professionals peace of mind that their companies will be kept up to date on the latest software releases and updates without having to actively monitor their status while also offering quick and easy access to support via phone or email.
Here is the full list of benefits for Graphisoft Forward:
- All upgrades are included—users will receive the latest version of Archicad as soon as it is available.
- Users receive preferential pricing, volume pricing and reduced cost of admission to special events.
- All users gain access to specialized training and Graphisoft’s knowledge base to help them get up to speed on the software.
- Users receive unlimited and instant access to Graphisoft’s dedicated tech support.
- License pooling—optimizes access to a company’s licenses to ensure that everyone can use the software whenever they need it.
- Emergency licenses—users receive guaranteed access to emergency licenses for a five-day period.
- License Key Insurance provides free once a year replacement if a license key is lost, damaged or stolen .
- BIMx Model Private Hosting and Sharing provides 10 GB of private storage space.
- Graphisoft Learn provides users with discounts on Archicad, BIMx, and BIMcloud courses.
- Epic Games’ Twinmotion is included for 3D design and visualization of presentations.
- Library Part Maker Add-On allows users to get creative and build any custom object they can dream up.
Many of the perks and benefits that come with Graphisoft Forward are tailor-made for remote workforces, removing the hassle of providing IT support to teams that are scattered across a city instead of based in a centralized location. Graphisoft also provides remote training sessions, which helps ease the task of hosting companywide sessions and ensures that users are getting information right from the source to maximize the value of the sessions. As trends toward remote work remain strong in a post-COVID world, software companies will need to meet their customer’s needs with upgraded features and innovative solutions for a modern work environment. With its latest offering, Graphisoft continues to show why it is a global leader in BIM solutions.