IC3D Recruitment Solutions to enable companies to close the skills shortage in ANZ
Sydney, Australia (July 25th, 2013) – Organisations are increasingly looking to computer-aided design to create efficiencies in the design process, but as is the case with most technology industries, there is a shortage of highly skilled and experienced staff to run CAD software locally.
With this shortage in mind, the Central Innovation Group, operating under the brand IC3D and encompassing the businesses of Intercad Pty Ltd and Graphisoft Australia Pty Ltd, has launched IC3D Recruitment Solutions, a business which will specialise in delivering technical recruitment solutions to clients in the engineering, building, construction, manufacturing and high technology sectors.
The launch of the new division is the next phase in the transition from being software resellers to total solutions providers forIntercad and Graphisoft, Australia and New Zealand’s leading providers of 3D Solutions to the manufacturing and building industries.
“The shortage in highly skilled technical personnel in Australia has been well documented and vigorously discussed in recent months,” said Max Piper, joint CEO of Central Innovation Group, Intercad and Graphisoft. “The IC3D group encompasses Intercad and Graphisoft, and it’s this deep industry knowledge that will enable this new business to fill the gaps for those companies struggling to identify and employ staff.
“IC3D works closely with universities and TAFEs across the country, and we have an international network we can draw on to help those companies fill those critical gaps. The skills shortage is a great challenge for this country and one that can be addressed by dynamic approaches to technical recruitment such as this.”
IC3D has appointed Ana Ferreira to head up the new division. Ferreira has worked within the engineering and architectural communities for over 20 years, having begun her career as a consultant in the CAD Design and PDM systems industry. She later specialised in professional training and recruitment services.
“Ana is the perfect fit to run this new division,” said Piper. “She brings more than two decades of experience in the industry to the role,and her experience working with and identifying university graduates will be invaluable as we look to help companies overcome the skills shortage in the region.”
About IC3D
IC3D along with sister companies, Intercad and Graphisoft form part of the Central Innovation Group. Its purpose is to close the gaps on what it takes to be a truly 3D business in today’s fast evolving virtual world. For more information please visit www.ic3d.com.au or call 02 9454 4421.
About Intercad Pty Ltd
Intercad Pty Ltd is the leading distributor of SolidWorks in Australia and New Zealand. Intercad Pty Ltd specialises in Mechanical Computer-Aided Engineering, Computer-Aided Design and Computer-Aided Manufacturing (MCAE/CAD/PDM/FEA) solutions. Established in 1987 with offices in each major state capital in Australia and in New Zealand, its core activities include software sales, technical support, training and consulting services. For more information please call AUSTRALIA: 1300 CAD CAM (223 226) NEW ZEALAND: 09-525 9870
About Graphisoft Pty Ltd
Graphisoft Australia is the exclusive distributor of the 3D Open BIM CAD software ArchiCAD, while also supplying Solibri, Artlantis, EcoDesigner and Cinema 4D. Graphisoft has offices in all states and territories providing local service, support and training and has been in operation for over 20 years. Graphisoft’s focus is enabling our AEC customers to be more competitive through effective use of best of breed software and hardware solutions. For more information please visit www.graphisoft.com.au or call Graphisoft’s head office on 1300 USE BIM (873 246).
