This means that CAD files are automatically copied from local hard drives to the server every 10 minutes and, in the event of a power outage or other disruption in computer operation, any work done since the last auto-save can be recovered on an individual's local hard drive. Keeping current O'Neal learned most of these procedures in the hard school of trial and error. First, he learns from peers by talking with them about technology issues at local AIA chapter events, especially his chapter's Information Technology Committee. He also tries to attend at least one technology seminar each year at the AIA National Convention, and finds those presented by the AIA Small Projects Forum to be the most relevant to firms like his. Most important, firms must remain vigilant about possible loss of files and data, and they should periodically review both their equipment and current work practices to ensure they're not too vulnerable to the effects of such a loss.
Someone has to stay on top of it, and in a small firm that's the principal's job.
It's my name on the door. I want to be sure the door stays open.