In the past my job as an automation engineer required me to draw detailed electrical diagrams and mechanical schematics. The company I worked for, which had been in business for quite some time, moved from the dark ages of pen and paper drawings to computer aided drawings. The first AutoCAD software which was purchased was expensive as well as cumbersome to use. At times it almost made me want to go back to the days of pen and paper drawings. Thank goodness CAD programs have taken a giant leap with the help of advanced software and technology.

Recently while I was searching for the hottest CAD solution available I ran across ZWCAD™. It seems to be more cost-efficient as well as user-friendly than other versions of CAD software available and would make an excellent autocad alternative.  ZWCAD™ still uses the DWG file format which is standard for AEC and MCAD industries. It has the ability to create and edit 2D as well as 3D objects. File sharing and plotting are also available as well as customizable features such as its design center, tool palettes and customization via APIs. Because of ZWCAD’s user friendly interface a person should be able to get started immediately with little or no training.

The software also includes extraordinary drafting and detailing tools for envisioning your ideas. There is a flexible management system as well as the ability of seamless collaboration with others design work. ZWCAD has been sold in over 80 countries and is available in 13 different languages. They have a fully functional 30 day trial version which should give you enough time to make a decision whether ZWCAD has the capabilities you are looking for.