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Does ANTLOG fit your operation?

At ANTLOG AG we repeatedly see the same mistake in practice: companies first compare the software and too little the overall package. Especially with a CAD solution for metal construction, it also matters how well service, installation, support and updates fit together.","articleBody":"The essentials at a glance\n\nThe solution is especially suited to metal construction businesses that want to plan plans easily and efficiently while staying flexible. It works as a 2D solution and as a supplement for cut drawing in 3D solutions. If you’re starting without experience, you should expect onboarding and support first.\n\nAt ANTLOG AG we repeatedly see the same mistake in practice: companies first compare the software and too little the overall package. Especially with a CAD solution for metal construction, it also matters how well service, installation, support and updates fit together.\n\nWho is a CAD solution for metal construction clearly suitable for?\n\nClearly, the solution fits small and large companies in the metal construction industry that want to store, document and further process their CAD plans efficiently. It is especially sensible if you work with project management in everyday life, frequently change the plan header and want to automatically generate bills of materials. The included features are clearly defined, which makes implementation plannable.\n\nWhoever wants to work with our software should know our services and philosophy. If that doesn’t resonate with you, I would advise against a collaboration.\n\nHow to recognize that the solution really fits in daily use?\n\nYou need simple, logically structured operation.\n\nYou value customer service and proximity to customers.\n\nYou want to evaluate value for money of the total solution, not just the software price.\n\nYou work with application-independent objects and want to remain flexible.\n\nYou plan to use it as a 2D solution or as a supplement to cut drawing in 3D environments.\n\nFrom my experience, the most important point is not the feature list but the actual use by the team. Often a product is introduced and later used only to a small extent, although much more would be possible. In a customer project, we first asked for needs, then assembled a suitable package and optimized templates and libraries.\n\nDecision criteria in direct comparison\n\nCriterion\n\nWhat to pay attention to\n\nWhat ANTLOG AG says about it\n\nValue for money\n\nNot only the purchase price, but the overall solution\n\nWhen deciding, the overall solution with service, installation and software updates counts\n\nOperation\n\nShould be logically structured and understandable for the team\n\nSimple operation is a central criterion\n\nSupport\n\nCheck accessibility and proximity to customers\n\nCustomer service and proximity to customers are decisive\n\nUsage role\n\n2D, cut drawing or add-on to 3D\n\nThe solution is suitable as a 2D solution and as a supplement for 3D working methods\n\nWhen is a CAD solution for metal construction rather not the first choice?\n\nNot really suitable is it for users without experience if onboarding is not planned. That is exactly where an introduction program is useful, complemented by support contracts. If you do not share the provider’s services and philosophy, you should refrain from a collaboration.\n\nThings not to rely on\n\nA CAD solution is not just a software issue. If training, support and proper onboarding are missing, the benefit often remains far below its potential.\n\nWhat alternatives are conceivable in metal construction?\n\nIf you already work with a 3D solution, this solution can be a useful supplement for cut drawing, instead of starting from scratch. A switch remains possible at any time because it works with application-independent objects. That makes the entry easier than many first assume.\n\nLarger companies also benefit from volume discounts, while independent planners can also start with a single license. The larger share of customers are companies with 2 to 5 workstations, but there are also firms with 15 to 25 licenses. This shows: the solution is not tied to a single company size.\n\nWhich practical example most clearly shows the benefit?\n\nA metal construction customer wanted to build new, faster routines and simultaneously optimize costs. Together we gathered needs, assembled a suitable package, and optimized templates and libraries. A team workshop was also added so that the software is used better in daily work.\n\nThe real surprise is often not the software itself but the onboarding around it: if you only use a small portion of the features, you effectively pay for potential that never materializes in daily use. That’s why we recommend for beginners to plan an onboarding program and support contracts first.\n\nDo I necessarily need training to start?\n\nFor experienced users a start can be possible without much hurdle, but for beginners introduction is clearly sensible. Without familiarization, part of the functions often remains unused. Therefore we recommend considering training and support from the start.\n\nHow flexible is a later switch to this solution?\n\nSwitching is possible at any time. The reason is the use of application-independent objects. This reduces dependency on individual workflows and eases the transition.\n\nIs the solution intended for small firms or also for larger teams?\n\nBoth are possible. The largest share of customers is companies with 2 to 5 workstations, but there are also individual users and firms with 15 to 25 licenses. The decisive factor is rather the way of working than the sheer company size.\n\nWhat is included in the scope of services and what is not?\n\nThe product includes service, installation and software updates. Training and workshops are not included in the maintenance. If you need these services, plan them separately.\n\nWhen evaluating a CAD solution for metal construction, first check working method, operation, support and the overall package. The decision lies exactly there, not at a single function point. For companies that want to stay flexible and work in a structured way, the ANTLOG AG solution is a serious option.\n\nMöchten Sie die passende CAD-Lösung für Ihren Metallbaubetrieb prüfen?\n\nANTLOG AG, Adligenswil","dateModified":"2026-08-31T15:47:14.675Z","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Dominik Lötscher","url":"https://maxq.ch/en/companies/antlog-ag"},"keywords":["helpdesk","project management continuing education","continuing education project management","training","it helpdesk","leadership continuing education","CAD software metal construction","metal construction CAD"],"articleSection":"Metal Construction","wordCount":936,"about":{"@id":"https://maxq.ch/en/companies/antlog-ag#localbusiness"},"speakable":{"@type":"SpeakableSpecification","cssSelector":["h1"]}},{"@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Directory","item":"https://maxq.ch/en/search"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Metal Construction","item":"https://maxq.ch/en/industries/crafts-trades"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":3,"name":"ANTLOG AG","item":"https://maxq.ch/en/companies/antlog-ag"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":4,"name":"Knowledge","item":"https://maxq.ch/en/knowledge"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":5,"name":"Does ANTLOG fit your operation?","item":"https://maxq.ch/en/knowledge/does-antlog-fit-your-operation"}]},{"@type":"FAQPage","mainEntity":[{"@type":"Question","name":"Do I necessarily need training to start?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"For experienced users a start can be possible without much hurdle, but for beginners introduction is clearly sensible. 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