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why archicad?

Learn why professionals across different industries are choosing ARCHICAD as their software of choice.ARCHICAD 23, the latest version of its award-winning BIM software solution. ARCHICAD 23 vastly improves perceived performance of essential processes such as software startup, file opening, working in multi-project environments and switching between different views of the BIM project. The brand-new Opening, Column and Beam tools increase modeling accuracy and interoperability with engineering disciplines

benefits of using  archicad?

  • Created for Architects by Architects:ARCHICAD was created for architects, but can be linked to other programs that are used by engineers to develop model.

  • High Performance: ARCHICAD 23 features faster response times compared to previous versions, as well as an increased focus on seamless and uninterrupted workflows. Easy to use and FlexibleExperience faster opening of projects, smaller file sizes, faster IFC import-export, and instant switching between tabs thanks to optimized CPU multi-threading operations. The rebuilding time of model views has also been reduced as ARCHICAD rebuilds only the changed elements, not the entire contents of the view.

  • Coordination:ARCHICAD 23 introduces the brand-new Opening Tool, dedicated to model and coordinate project design voids, recesses, and niches. Voids – penetrating the entire structure, and niches and recesses – penetrating part of the structure, can be created as horizontal, vertical or slanted openings, across elements, element groups or even across stories.

  • collaboration:The ARCHICAD-Solibri connection provides fast and automated code- and constructability checking. The updated add-on automatically detects and sends only those elements in the ARCHICAD model that have been changed, resulting in faster round-trip collaboration; the quality of the data and the model is also improved.

GET archicad?

Choose your ARCHICAD Licence based on your needs. Choose from our two ARCHICAD editions and various licensing terms below.

own archicad software

rent archicad software

ARCHICAD 23 COMMERCIAL
PERPETUAL

With a Full license you can use the fully functional GRAPHISOFT product with unlimited usage. You will be able to run older versions as well. The license validity of Full version of ARCHICAD is indefinite.

START EDITION 2020
PERPETUAL

ARCHICAD START EDITION 2020 is a professional BIM solution offering critical features most smaller architectural practices need.The license validity of Start Edition version of ARCHICAD is indefinite as well. With this version, you are only abler to open Start Edition file types and just like Solo version, teamwork functionally is not available for this version of ARCHICAD either.

ARCHICAD 23 COMMERCIAL
MONTHLY

ARCHICAD (R) monthly subscription offer a low-cost way to get started with BIM and ARCHICAD. It include ARCHICAD full commercial license, unlimited access to GRAPHISOFT BIM CLASSES (EDUBIM) and it allows you to cancel your subscription at any time. If you cancel your subscription, your license will remain active until the end of your billing period.

ARCHICAD 23 COMMERCIAL
ANNUAL

With the rental option you can buy a license for a certain time period (1, 3, 6 months). Within the purchased time period you can use ARCHICAD without any limitation e.g. running multiple sessions all day. The usage of this starts when you first start ARCHICAD using a rental license - so not on the day when you purchase it.

UPGRADE IT

You Can Any time upgrade your Archicad License from old version to latest version of ARCHICAD.

Software Service Agreement

ARCHICAD is more than just a box of software – it is an investment in BIM technology and new ways of working. To help you get the most out of your investment, and to stay on top of changes in our industry, GRAPHISOFT has developed the Software Service Agreement (SSA). This comes along with the license and license upgrades. Benefits of SSA Free upgrade of the Product ArchiCAD to the latest version, LPM Insurance, Additional Products and other products to ArchiCAD at promotional terms and so on.

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The Software Service Agreement aims to provide the client the following services and products included in the monthly subscription (depending on the option chosen).

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  • ArchiCAD Product version upgrade

  • Replacement insurance for both hardware protection key (HPK) and software protection key (SPK)

  • Online technical support: from GSSA during business hours 8:00 am - 4:30am.

  • Smart-XA Tool suite for ArchiCAD. www.smart-xa.co.za

  • Training Seminar: Attendance 2x two day seminars per annum (CPD Accredited

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products 

features

products 

The following features will be provided per ArchiCAD license during the SSA Subscription period - depending on which option was chosen.

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  • FREE UPGRADE: Full version annually released by Graphisoft in keeping with changing system requirements and industry change.

  • REPLACEMENT OF ARCHICAD LICENSE: In the event of theft or damage, the Hardware prtection key (HPK) or Software Protection Key (SPK) will be replaced at reduced prices.

  • Online Technical Support: Direct from TotalCAD Solutions Centre. Email and CAD WORLD SOLUTIONS and we will assist you.

  • SMART - XA Tools: On the fly SANS Compliance tool within ArchiCAD. Guide to SANS 10400 Part XA and SANS 204 within your ArchiCAD workflow.

  • TRAINING: 2X free attendance at three day training seminars per annum (CPD Acredited), held in Johannesburg, Durban and Capetown.

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  • The client has to sign an agreement with Graphisoft  in order to subscribe. this document will be attached to the quote.

  • The order process will be initiated by Cad-World Solutions to Graphisoft.

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  • The products and services in the SSA Support is supported by Graphisoft.

For more Information on ArchiCAD Products send us an email at: sales@cws.co.bw

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