•The top three competitive factors are features and functionality, channel partnerships, and pricing. •Important acquisitions in 2011 were: 3D Systems Corporation's acquisition of Alibre Inc. Autodesk's acquisition of T-Splines, Inc. and Blue Ridge Numerics, Inc.; and PTC Corporation's acquisition of MKS •The companies recognized in the Hot Company Watchlist are Bentley Systems and 3D Systems Corporation. TABLE OF CONTENTS Executive Summary 4 Market Overview 10 Total CAD and Modeling Software Market - •Key Technology Trends 21 •External Challenges: Drivers and Restraints 27 •Forecasts and Trends 44 •Market Share and Competitive Analysis 75 •Mega Trends and Industry Convergence Implications 96 2D CAD Segment Breakdown 104 3D CAD Segment Breakdown 108 AEC Vertical Segment Breakdown 112 MCAD Vertical Segment Breakdown 118 The Last Word 124 Appendix 128 To order this report: IT_Hosting Industry : Global CAD and Modeling Software Market Contact Clare: US:(339) 368 6001 Intl:+1 339 368 6001 SOURCE Reportlinker