Articles and Press Releases

AutoLISP® is often used to solve practical problems in CAD workflows, with small custom commands that save time and reduce repetitive work. What has traditionally been missing in IntelliCAD is a modern, developer-friendly way to write and debug those scripts.

With IntelliCAD 14.0, the new VLISP command introduces a Visual LISP–style debugging workflow using Visual Studio Code, powered by the IntelliCAD LISP Debugger extension.

This update focuses on how developers actually work today: using a modern editor, stepping through code, inspecting variables, and refining logic until it behaves correctly.

We would like to congratulate CMS on the release of CMS IntelliCAD 14.1.

Launching right on the heels of the official IntelliCAD 14.1 release, and on December 25 no less, this update is an impressive example of execution and alignment. A Christmas Day release is not something you see every year, and it makes for a great early present heading into the new year.

As we close out 2025, I wanted to share a brief recap of key developments across the IntelliCAD platform and the IntelliCAD Technology Consortium (ITC).

MicroSurvey CAD 2026 Adds Advanced Data Management and Expanded Compatibility

We are pleased to congratulate MicroSurvey, an IntelliCAD Technology Consortium member, on the release of MicroSurvey CAD 2026. The new version is designed to handle the increasing complexity of modern survey data, with a focus on stronger data management and direct point cloud compatibility to help reduce drafting time and data bottlenecks.

CAD and AI factory software specialist CADian officially launched “CADian 2026” on December 8, 2025, significantly enhancing design automation and user convenience features.

Since releasing Korea’s first CAD software in 1999, CADian has established itself as a leading Korean CAD brand by supporting the same commands and shortcuts as AutoCAD and offering full bi-directional DWG file compatibility.

Portland, OR - December 10, 2025 - The IntelliCAD Technology Consortium (ITC) today announced the release of IntelliCAD 14.1.

This update to the IntelliCAD 14 platform emphasizes stability and performance, delivering several new features and many fixes requested by ITC members.

IntelliCAD 14.1 introduces export and print to geospatial PDF, so users can generate PDFs that include coordinate system information from their drawings. When opened in supported PDF viewers, users can see live coordinates and measurements while reviewing designs. The GEO map feature now supports Microsoft® Azure® Maps, in addition to the existing providers. Exporting large raster images to PDF has also been improved.

Portland, Oregon — December 5, 2025 — The IntelliCAD Technology Consortium (ITC), an international CAD software technology alliance, announced it filed suit today against China-based ZWSOFT Co., LTD. (Guangzhou) (“ZW”) and South Korea-based ZYX Technology Co., formerly known as Nitrosoft Co., Ltd. (“ZYX Tech”) alleging unauthorized use and distribution of ITC’s IntelliCAD® software technology. ITC’s claims include copyright infringement, trade secret misappropriation, unjust enrichment, and breach of contract. In the suit, ITC alleges ZYX Tech was and is selling, distributing, and/or donating “ZyxCAD,” a rebranded version of ZW’s “ZwCAD,” on a large scale and without proper authorization. Additionally, ITC asserts ZW has granted licensing rights for or software access to ITC’s proprietary software to ZYX Tech in a manner that violates ZW’s contractual obligations to ITC.

Simpson Strong-Tie, one of the construction industry’s most trusted structural hardware manufacturers, has released a free Drawing Finder plugin for IntelliCAD.

Carlson 2026 Delivers Performance and Power

Carlson Software has announced the release of Carlson 2026, delivering significant performance improvements and new capabilities for surveying, civil engineering, construction, mining, and GIS professionals.

Registration for IntelliCAD World 2025 closes September 19, and we are already nearing full capacity. Interest and participation have exceeded expectations this year, with representatives from 11 member companies confirmed and a strong lineup of speakers and sessions on the agenda.