Designation Underscores Firm's Success in Supporting and Educating Customers in MEP Design and BIM

ATLANTA, Jan. 16, 2013 — (PRNewswire) — � Applied Software, a leading Building Information Modeling ( BIM) services provider as well as a provider of Autodesk 2D and 3D CAD products and services, announced today that it has earned the new MEP Systems Engineering Specialization designation for value added resellers (VARs) from Autodesk, Inc., a world leader in  3D design, engineering and entertainment software. As an Autodesk Specialized Partner, Applied Software has shown it has made significant investment in its people, has a solid business plan specific to the specialization area, has strong customer references and can provide a high level of knowledge and support to companies in the AEC industry.

The new Autodesk Partner Specializations enable VARs to highlight and brand their expertise in delivering services in key industry areas. By completing the required curriculum and training, as well as meeting required levels of service and standards set by Autodesk, Applied Software demonstrates what it means to be a trusted adviser to Autodesk customers.

"Earning the Autodesk MEP Systems Engineering Specialization certification is an important achievement and a testament to our extraordinary team of MEP systems engineering experts," said Steve Foran, Applied Software's VP of Operations. "This distinction verifies our success in helping customers get the most out of Autodesk products used for mechanical, engineering and plumbing design projects, especially 3D design and Building Information Modeling."

About Applied Software
Applied Software is a premier, full-service professional services firm serving the AEC and manufacturing industries, as well as a leading Building Information Modeling (BIM) services provider and one of the largest Autodesk partners in the Southeastern United States. Since 1982, the firm has helped more than 5,000 clients achieve high-performance and competitive advantage through its broad range of world-class solutions and services that extend to 2D and 3D design software, integration expertise, analysis, problem resolution, training and education, mentoring and more. Applied Software further distinguishes itself with the depth of real-world experience of its developers and service professionals. Over the years, the firm has received numerous industry recognitions, including most recently being honored by Autodesk in 2012 as a Platinum Club award winner. For more information on Applied Software's solutions and services, please visit http://www.asti.com.

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SOURCE Applied Software