Tekla Structural Designer

What do you like best?

My companies software is not an out of the box type of program, however, I assume it is still close. The drawing and modeling is easier since the model components can be imported, saving overall drawing/modeling time. It can take a bit to get used to the shortcuts and tools, but overall, I wouldn't want to use any other program.

What do you dislike?

Sometimes the tools can be hard to navigate, and sometimes you have to dig to find the right one. Also, there is not usually a description on how to use new tools so it can take some time to figured out things.

Recommendations to others considering the product:

Take your time to really learn it. Unfortunately, mu company doesn't use an "out-of-the-box" version of Tekla, meaning I don't have any other tips, since they may not transfer over.

What problems are you solving with the product? What benefits have you realized?

My company uses Tekla to create models and drawings of buildings and structures, and the ability to bring in frames, and data from our database helps to make sure the models are to contract specifications. You can also import CAD drawings which is useful for the 2D aspect of the design.