Bentley Systems CEO Greg Bentley called deal the "most significant announcement" in the 25-year history of the company, adding "the world needs this." Jay Bhatt, senior vice president for AEC Solutions at Autodesk referred to Bentley as "Autodesk's largest development partner," and said "this agreement will help to better support" the many firms who use products from both companies. Jay Bhatt, Autodesk Senior Vice-President for AEC Solutions