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SolidWorks Design
The industry-standard CAD platform for parts, assemblies, and drawings.

SolidWorks Design with Cloud Services
Cloud-connected SolidWorks with collaboration built in.

SolidWorks Electrical
Electrical design that links seamlessly with your mechanical models.

DraftSight 2D CAD
Create, edit, and share 2D drawings with ease.

DriveWorks
Automate design variants, quotes, and documentation.

Simulation & validation

SolidWorks Simulation
Run stress, motion, and flow studies inside SolidWorks.

Design & Validation Consulting
Expert services to help with simulation, testing, and design optimization.

SolidWorks MBD
Communicate manufacturing information directly in 3D models.

Data management & collaboration

SolidWorks PDM
Store, control, and version your CAD files securely and across the entire team.

Data Management Consulting
Tailored guidance to set up and streamline your data processes.

Production & integration

MaXXflow
A cloud MRP that unites jobs, inventory and production in one intuitive hub.

MaXXlink
Link CAD BOMs to ERP systems for unmatched accuracy & visibility.

#TASK
Automate repetitive tasks across your SolidWorks files with precision.

SWOOD
Design and manufacture furniture and joinery with dedicated tools.

Communication & marketing

SolidWorks Composer
Analyze conversion rates and improve your sales.

SolidWorks Visualize
Turn CAD data into stunning visuals for sales, marketing, and reviews.

Training & support

Ci Training Passport
One pass for unlimited SolidWorks training courses.

On-demand Training
Learn SolidWorks skills anytime, anywhere.

Instructor-led Courses
Build skills with structured instructor-led SolidWorks training courses.
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Access 1 Year of SolidWorks Standard or Pro, or Simulation Licences with purchase of a Ci Training Passport* or Ci Consultation Services
AEC
Elevate your AEC workflow

Tools, training and expertise to design, collaborate and deliver with precision.

BIM solutions

Archicad
Full-featured BIM software for designing, documenting and delivering projects.

Archicad Studio
Desktop Archicad for individuals who prefer a single-user environment.

Archicad Collaborate
Cloud-enabled Archicad for teams with integrated BIMcloud and BIMx access.

Enhance Productivity

Ci Tools
Extend Archicad with smart tools that speed up design and documentation.

Visualization & delivery

Twinmotion
Create stunning real-time 3D visuals directly from your BIM model.

BIMx
Crafted to connect stakeholders, streamline workflows, and bring projects to life.

Quality & coordination

Solibri
Check model quality and compliance to ensure project accuracy.

Solibri Checkpoint
Collaborate on model checking and issue management in the cloud.

Training & Consulting

BIM Consulting
Implement & optimize BIM standards and workflows for your team.

Instructor-led Courses
Expert-led sessions to build practical AEC software skills.

Archicad corporate packages
Upskill your team with structured AEC software training for businesses.

Archicad EDU packages
Affordable learning solutions for students & teachers.

Ci Learning
On-demand Archicad training for your whole team, anytime.
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- Our Data Solutions business unit
  Powering smarter, leaner manufacturing.
- Innovative Australian-made manufacturing solutions
  Made by Australian engineers, trusted globally.
- Software solutions
  We are the #1 reseller of SolidWorks in Australia and New Zealand.
- Consulting
  Consultation from our expert in-house team of engineers and system specialists.
- Training & enablement
  Instructor-led, on-demand and tailored private training available.
- Custom solution development
  Tailored technology for unique business needs.
- Why Partner with Central Innovation
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Ci Boundary information

Tips & tricks AEC Ci Tools

Discover how Ci Tools Boundary Label settings enable comprehensive display of critical boundary information.
Discover the Ci Metadata tool

Tips & tricks AEC Ci Tools

This overlooked palette tool can dramatically speed up your workflow when modifying element classifications and properties across hundreds of items.
Architects credits in BIMx

Tips & tricks AEC Archicad

Transform your BIMx presentations by adding custom preview images and architect logos directly to your project files.
Selections palette

Tips & tricks AEC Archicad

Save frequently used element selections across your entire project with this powerful but underused ArchiCAD feature.
Math operation in the tracker

Tips & tricks AEC Archicad

Skip the extra dragging steps—ArchiCAD's tracker lets you input precise distances with simple math operations.
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Weekly Ci Tools webinar

Tips & tricks

Join Josh Osborne for a 30min webinar each week on Ci Tools, covering different tools, workflows, and demonstrations of new features.
Enhance your workflow with Archicad 29 & Ci Tools

Tips & tricks AEC Archicad Ci Tools

The latest Archicad 29 release brings powerful new features that streamline architectural design workflows.
Discover the latest Ci Tools & Archicad features at our 2025 roadshow event

Tips & tricks AEC Archicad Ci Tools

Unlock powerful new design capabilities and streamline your workflow with hands-on demos of cutting-edge architectural software.
MacOS 26 Tahoe

Tips & tricks AEC Archicad

Apple's latest macOS 26 Tahoe promises exciting features, but Graphisoft users should pause before upgrading.
Edit selection set tool

Tips & tricks AEC Archicad

Stop editing elements one by one – Archicad's hidden Edit Selection Set tool transforms tedious multi-element modifications into single clicks.
Library management tips

Tips & tricks AEC Archicad Ci Tools

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Central Innovation

Your Manufacturing Ecosystem
Integrated tools, expertise and services to connect every stage of making.
- - SolidWorks Design
    The industry-standard CAD platform for parts, assemblies, and drawings.
  - SolidWorks Design with Cloud Services
    Cloud-connected SolidWorks with collaboration built in.
  - SolidWorks Electrical
    Electrical design that links seamlessly with your mechanical models.
  - DraftSight 2D CAD
    Create, edit, and share 2D drawings with ease.
  - DriveWorks
    Automate design variants, quotes, and documentation.
- - SolidWorks Simulation
    Run stress, motion, and flow studies inside SolidWorks.
  - Design & Validation Consulting
    Expert services to help with simulation, testing, and design optimization.
  - SolidWorks MBD
    Communicate manufacturing information directly in 3D models.
- - SolidWorks PDM
    Store, control, and version your CAD files securely and across the entire team.
  - Data Management Consulting
    Tailored guidance to set up and streamline your data processes.
- - MaXXflow
    A cloud MRP that unites jobs, inventory and production in one intuitive hub.
  - MaXXlink
    Link CAD BOMs to ERP systems for unmatched accuracy & visibility.
  - #TASK
    Automate repetitive tasks across your SolidWorks files with precision.
  - SWOOD
    Design and manufacture furniture and joinery with dedicated tools.
- - SolidWorks Composer
    Analyze conversion rates and improve your sales.
  - SolidWorks Visualize
    Turn CAD data into stunning visuals for sales, marketing, and reviews.
- - Ci Training Passport
    One pass for unlimited SolidWorks training courses.
  - On-demand Training
    Learn SolidWorks skills anytime, anywhere.
  - Instructor-led Courses
    Build skills with structured instructor-led SolidWorks training courses.
Elevate your AEC workflow
Tools, training and expertise to design, collaborate and deliver with precision.
- - Archicad
    Full-featured BIM software for designing, documenting and delivering projects.
  - Archicad Studio
    Desktop Archicad for individuals who prefer a single-user environment.
  - Archicad Collaborate
    Cloud-enabled Archicad for teams with integrated BIMcloud and BIMx access.
- - Ci Tools
    Extend Archicad with smart tools that speed up design and documentation.
- - Twinmotion
    Create stunning real-time 3D visuals directly from your BIM model.
  - BIMx
    Crafted to connect stakeholders, streamline workflows, and bring projects to life.
- - Solibri
    Check model quality and compliance to ensure project accuracy.
  - Solibri Checkpoint
    Collaborate on model checking and issue management in the cloud.
- - BIM Consulting
    Implement & optimize BIM standards and workflows for your team.
  - Instructor-led Courses
    Expert-led sessions to build practical AEC software skills.
  - Archicad corporate packages
    Upskill your team with structured AEC software training for businesses.
  - Archicad EDU packages
    Affordable learning solutions for students & teachers.
  - Ci Learning
    On-demand Archicad training for your whole team, anytime.
Our organizational capabilities
Learn about our capabilities and how we can help you.
- Our Data Solutions business unit
  Powering smarter, leaner manufacturing.
- Innovative Australian-made manufacturing solutions
  Made by Australian engineers, trusted globally.
- Software solutions
  We are the #1 reseller of SolidWorks in Australia and New Zealand.
- Consulting
  Consultation from our expert in-house team of engineers and system specialists.
- Training & enablement
  Instructor-led, on-demand and tailored private training available.
- Custom solution development
  Tailored technology for unique business needs.
- Why Partner with Central Innovation
  Your trusted partner in innovation.
Resources
About us
Partners in your innovation journey.
- Careers at Ci
  Think you might be a good fit for our team? View our open roles.
- Support
  Quick and easy support via various channels, find assistance today.
- Contact us
  View our office locations and contact details.

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