Graphisoft is a member of the International Alliance for Interoperability (IAI) since 1996, paying close attention to adhering to its Industry Foundation Classes (IFC). For users, this means that they can safely work in ArchiCAD without fear of being isolated from consultants, clients or other specialists using other software. Industry-wide and continuous sharing of information between CAD (and non-CAD) applications for the life cycle of the building is the goal of the IFC. For more information on IFC please read our Policy and References sections. You can find the latest IFC I/O add-ons in our IFC Download section.

Continual research and development in Interoperability is an inherent aspect of Archicad. New alliances are forged as an ongoing program which allows different disciplines to share the rich data model. The result is a better coordination and faster turnaround between architects, consultants and builders.

Graphisoft is committed to supporting all students, teachers and academic institutions around the world who are at the forefront of the industry and who aspire to deliver projects that are better designed, more predictable to construct, and less expensive to operate. We share these goals and enthusiasm for a powerful, transparent, efficient and integrated workflow to Building Information Modeling.

As a pioneer in the industry, and through leading-edge technology from 3D to 5D, we deliver the tools that allow you to design and construct great buildings! Graphisoft actively supports students, teachers and academic institutions through our global network of offices and partners. So as to:

• Support the best teaching programs and methods to stay at the forefront of industry requirements
• Allow students to maximize their creative potential in architectural design
• To prepare students for their future in the job market

Additionally, Graphisoft is a Continuing Professional Development (CPD) training provider and as part of its education program, Graphisoft offers Educational institutions trainer's training that accredits them in the Graphisoft training program.

Successful professionals are taking full advantage of Archicad in the various aspects of their practices. Examples of their work can be perused in ArchiGallery. Archicad provides virtual building solutions for any project size.

GDL Technology provides the most direct path for manufacturer's products related to the Building Industry to be accessible and incorporated in projects. Design professionals can simply drag and drop objects from a web page directly into their projects. AutoCAD users are also able to include GDL objects in their projects with a free plug-in. Manufacturers that see the advantage, have established alliances with Graphisoft to create, promote and maintain their specific offer.