What Autodesk does

Autodesk is a publicly traded software company (NASDAQ: ADSK) founded in 1982 and headquartered in San Rafael, California, that develops 3D design, engineering, and construction software for the architecture, engineering, construction, and operations (AECO), manufacturing, and media and entertainment industries. Its core product portfolio spans flagship CAD tools (AutoCAD, Revit, Civil 3D, Inventor, Maya, 3ds Max) and the unified cloud platform Autodesk Forma (formerly Autodesk Construction Cloud), which integrates Forma Build, Forma Data Management, Forma Takeoff, Forma Estimate, Model Management, BuildingConnected Pro, and other modules into a connected lifecycle platform. The newly formed Autodesk Operations Solutions division extends the platform into maintenance and asset operations following the $3.6 billion MaintainX acquisition (2026), with additional capabilities from Tandem, FlexSim, and Fusion Operations.

The company operates a hybrid go-to-market model combining enterprise field sales for large AEC and manufacturing accounts with self-serve digital storefronts (including localized India storefronts serving Tier 2/3 cities) and channel partnerships (notably AWS Marketplace for Fusion products). Revenue is overwhelmingly recurring — over 95% of billings come from subscriptions — supplemented by usage-based access via Autodesk Flex tokens (minimum reduced to 33 tokens/$99 in June 2026 for SMB accessibility) and enterprise capacity-based subscriptions with AI integration. Subscription revenue is supported by a $5.1–5.37 billion remaining performance obligations backlog, providing strong forward visibility. Q1 FY2027 revenue was $1.93 billion (+18.4% YoY) with FY2027 guidance of $8.15–8.21 billion.

AI capabilities span Neural CAD (a proprietary AI foundation model for 2D/3D geometry generation developed over 15+ years), Construction IQ (ML-driven predictive risk analytics on aggregated project data), Construction IQ, agentic AI infrastructure via MCP servers, and embedded assistants (Autodesk Assistant, Kestrel Labs compliance AI). The platform supports 400+ integrations, with development extensibility through Autodesk Platform Services APIs and SDKs. Distribution is global, with regional offices across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific, and the company serves over 14,000+ direct customers and millions of project-based users across 2.6M+ active projects.

Name

Autodesk

Legal name

Autodesk, Inc.

Website

https://autodesk.com

Company type

Public

Founded year

1982

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

5,001–10,000 employees

Short description

Autodesk (NASDAQ: ADSK) develops 3D design, engineering, and construction software for the architecture, engineering, construction, operations (AECO), manufacturing, and media and entertainment industries, with subscription revenue accounting for over 95% of billings.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Computer-Aided Design (CAD) and Engineering Software

NAICS

Software Publishers (5132), Computer Systems Design Services (541512)

SIC

Services-Prepackaged Software (7372)

akta.pro primary industry

AutoML & Low-Code ML Platform Operations (HDAAABAL)

akta.pro secondary industry

Infrastructure Automation & Configuration Management (IaC) (HDABABAF)

Keywords

• 3D design software
• Building information modeling
• Computer-aided design
• Construction management software
• Product design engineering

Headquarters

HQ city

San Francisco

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices10 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Software

Cost components

Technology or R&D, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Operations

Revenue model

1. Subscription Revenue: Primary revenue driver with subscriptions comprising over 95% of total billings. The shift to subscription-based cloud offerings provides recurring revenue visibility with strong remaining performance obligations backlog of $5.1-5.37 billion.
2. Subscription - Capacity Based Model: Autodesk's transition to a Capacity Based Subscription Model with AI integration aims to deepen customer retention and create more sticky, recurring revenue streams.
3. Usage-based (Autodesk Flex): Token-based pay-per-use model for flexible access to over 100 Autodesk products, enabling project-based consumption without upfront commitment.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Autodesk develops and sells subscription-based 3D design, engineering, and construction software used by architecture, engineering, construction, manufacturing, and media & entertainment professionals worldwide. Its portfolio includes flagship CAD and BIM tools (AutoCAD, Revit, Civil 3D, Inventor, Fusion), the unified Autodesk Forma cloud platform for construction management, and media tools (Maya, 3ds Max, Flow). The company monetizes primarily through recurring subscriptions complemented by token-based usage via Autodesk Flex and developer APIs through Autodesk Platform Services.

Product overview

Autodesk is a broad software platform company serving the architecture, engineering, construction, operations (AECO), and manufacturing sectors, as well as media and entertainment. Its core product portfolio spans flagship CAD tools (AutoCAD, AutoCAD LT, Revit, Civil 3D, Inventor, Maya, 3ds Max) and the unified cloud platforms Autodesk Forma (formerly Autodesk Construction Cloud) and Autodesk Platform Services. Autodesk Forma is the central construction management platform consolidating all former ACC products including Forma Build (formerly Autodesk Build), Forma Data Management (formerly Docs), Forma Takeoff, Forma Estimate, Forma Site Design, Model Management (formerly BIM Collaborate), BuildingConnected Pro, Pype, PlanGrid, Tandem, and Assemble — all now available as modules within a single connected data environment. The platform is expanding into operations with Autodesk Operations Solutions (AOS), a new division housing Tandem, Fusion Operations, FlexSim, and the newly acquired MaintainX ($3.6B acquisition, 2026). Manufacturing is centered on Fusion, a unified product design/manufacturing platform that consolidates CAD, CAM, CAE, and electronics design (including the EAGLE successor). Media & Entertainment offerings include Maya, 3ds Max, Flow Production Tracking, Flow Capture (formerly Moxion), and Flow Studio. AI capabilities include Neural CAD generative geometry, Construction IQ predictive analytics, autonomous agents via MCP servers, and AI-powered tools like Autodesk Assistant and Quick Issue Create. The company also offers token-based flexible access via Autodesk Flex and developer extensibility through Autodesk Platform Services APIs.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Autodesk Forma: Cloud-based platform for the AECO (Architecture, Engineering, Construction, Operations) industry that unifies project data and workflows from planning to operation
• AutoCAD
• Fusion
• Revit
• Maya
• 3ds Max
• Civil 3D
• Autodesk Platform Services
• Autodesk Flow
• Autodesk Operations Solutions
• PlanGrid
• BuildingConnected
• Navisworks
• Autodesk Construction IQ

Products and services

• AutoCAD Industry-standard 2D and 3D CAD software for design, annotation, and drafting tasks in a customized workspace, serving architecture, engineering, and construction professionals.
• AutoCAD LT Best-in-class 2D drafting and documentation software offering the core features of AutoCAD at an accessible price point for 2D technical drawing workflows.
• Revit Building Information Modeling (BIM) software for planning, designing, constructing, and managing buildings, with powerful BIM tools for architecture and engineering workflows.
• Fusion All-in-one cloud platform for product design, engineering, and manufacturing, integrating CAD, CAM, CAE, and electronics design into a single unified workflow. Includes Fusion electronics design (successor to EAGLE), Fusion Operations, and Fusion Manage.
• Civil 3D Civil engineering design and documentation software for planning, designing, and managing transportation, land development, and water infrastructure projects.
• Inventor Mechanical design CAD software for 3D modeling, simulation, visualization, and documentation of mechanical designs and engineering projects.
• Maya Professional 3D animation and VFX software for creating realistic characters and effects in film, television, and game production.
• 3ds Max 3D modeling and animation software for creating immersive worlds, visualizations, and detailed designs in architecture, gaming, and media.
• Autodesk Forma Unified cloud-based platform for the AECO industry (formerly Autodesk Construction Cloud), connecting planning, design, construction, and operations workflows across the entire project lifecycle and integrating all former ACC products under a single connected operational layer.
• Autodesk Platform Services A set of APIs, webhooks, and developer tools (formerly known as Forge) enabling customers and partners to build custom applications on top of Autodesk's design and make data, extending platform capabilities.
• Forma Build
• Forma Takeoff
• Forma Estimate
• Forma Site Design
• BuildingConnected Pro Cloud-based preconstruction and bid management platform for finding and managing construction trade contractors, streamlining the bidding process from request for proposal to contractor selection.
• Navisworks
• Flow Production Tracking
• Flow Capture Cloud-based digital dailies and review software for on-set production, enabling immediate media review and collaboration directly from the set (previously a Moxion product).
• Flow Studio
• Autodesk Tandem
• MaintainX Cloud-native maintenance and operations software platform providing work orders, inspections, asset records, and AI-powered operations management for factories, facilities, and physical assets, joining the Autodesk Operations Solutions division.
• PlanGrid Construction field productivity software providing mobile-first document management, issue tracking, and daily reporting for field teams, now part of the Forma ecosystem.
• Autodesk Recap Pro

Quantifiable outcome

• Less than 1% rework on BIM-coordinated projects vs. typical 8-10%
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers13 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

Yes

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration6 records

AI capability8 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Amazon Web Services (AWS)coreTechnology or Integration · 3 June 2026Strategic collaboration agreement (SCA) to advance cloud-based solutions for design and make workflows. Autodesk products including Fusion for Product Design and Fusion Manage available through AWS Marketplace starting Q2 fiscal year. Collaboration leverages AWS AI capabilities and cloud infrastructure for improved customer workflows.
• Permiso SecuritycoreTechnology or Integration · 14 May 2026Autodesk deployed Permiso Security's AI agent runtime security capabilities as launch customer, securing agents operating across its products, global workforce, and cloud infrastructure. Provides runtime visibility over AI agents, discovering agents and sessions across cloud, SaaS, identity providers, and code environments.
• ProcoreminorOthersCompetitor comparison in construction workflow management software analysis, highlighting Autodesk's coverage of over 2 million construction jobs worldwide vs. Procore's management of 3 million projects across 150 countries.
• Crew CarbonminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAutodesk is one of multiple carbon removal offtake customers for Crew Carbon, holding over $33 million in contracts alongside JPMorgan, Google, and Stripe. Represents sustainability commitment through carbon credit purchases.
• IMAGINiT TechnologiescoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerImplementation partner supporting Cleveland Construction's transition from Procore to Autodesk Forma, providing customization, training, and integration services including ERP connectivity through Agave and GCPay.

Scale indicators11 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Direct peers

• Procore Technologies: Procore is the leading dedicated construction project management platform, managing 3 million projects across 150 countries. It directly competes with Autodesk Forma in construction management, bid management, and field operations, and is cited as a primary competitor in Autodesk's own competitive analysis.
• Nemetschek Group: Nemetschek owns Graphisoft (Archicad), Vectorworks, and Bluebeam, serving the AEC market. Archicad-Autodesk Forma interoperability was announced at AIA 2026, indicating tight competitive overlap with Revit and Forma in architectural design and documentation.

Broad incumbents

• Trimble Inc. Trimble provides geospatial, construction, and agriculture technology including Tekla (BIM/structural), SketchUp (3D design), and Trimble Connect. It overlaps directly with Autodesk in AEC software and competes particularly in civil engineering and structural BIM workflows.
• Bentley Systems: Bentley Systems offers infrastructure engineering software (OpenRoads, OpenBuildings, ProjectWise) serving architects, engineers, and infrastructure owners. It competes with Autodesk Civil 3D and Revit in transportation, water, and structural engineering markets.
• Dassault Systèmes: Dassault Systèmes provides the 3DEXPERIENCE platform including CATIA (manufacturing CAD), SOLIDWORKS (mechanical design), and SIMULIA (simulation). It competes with Autodesk Fusion and Inventor in manufacturing design and PLM, and represents one of the largest CAD/PLM incumbents globally.
• PTC Inc. PTC provides Creo (mechanical CAD), Windchill (PLM), and Onshape (cloud CAD), competing directly with Autodesk Fusion and Inventor in manufacturing design. Its CAD/PLM portfolio makes it a direct competitor for product design and engineering seats.
• Siemens Digital Industries Software: Siemens offers NX (CAD), Solid Edge, and Teamcenter (PLM), competing with Autodesk Fusion and Inventor in manufacturing and product design. As part of Siemens' broader industrial automation stack, it competes for enterprise manufacturing customers seeking integrated design-to-production solutions.
• Hexagon AB: Hexagon provides manufacturing and AEC software including CAD, CAM, metrology (e.g., Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence, Bricsys). It competes with Autodesk in CAD, geospatial, and digital twin markets, particularly for industrial and infrastructure customers.
• Adobe Inc. Adobe competes with Autodesk's Media & Entertainment segment (Maya, 3ds Max, Flow) through Creative Cloud and Substance 3D tools for content creation, VFX, and motion graphics. Adobe Firefly and Substance represent overlapping generative AI and 3D content capabilities.

Emerging players

• ANSYS Inc. ANSYS provides engineering simulation software (Ansys Mechanical, Fluent) used alongside CAD tools in product design workflows. It complements and partially overlaps with Fusion's CAE capabilities, and is a relevant peer for design-to-simulation value chains in manufacturing.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/autodesk
• YouTubebit.ly/ACC-YT
• Facebookfacebook.com/autodesk
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/autodesk
• Instagraminstagram.com/autodeskconstruction

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Subsidiaries10 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds3 records

Investors2 records

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M&A90 records

Investments72 records

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