CAD files and cloud storage: A recipe for disaster?

The Problem with Cloud-Synced Folders

Are you saving your crucial CAD files directly to a cloud-synced folder like Microsoft OneDrive or Dropbox? You might be unknowingly inviting a world of headaches! Cloud-syncing services, while great for documents and photos, can be a nightmare for CAD files due to their large size, frequent updates, and complex dependencies.

The issue is that these services aren't built to handle the way CAD software works. They can create conflicts, corruption, and versioning issues, leading to lost work and project delays.

What's the Solution?

Instead of using consumer-grade cloud storage, consider these alternatives:

• Store files in local, non-cloud folders to ensure data integrity.

• Dedicated Product Data Management (PDM) software: PDM systems are designed specifically for managing CAD data. They handle version control, check-in/check-out processes, and ensure data integrity.

  
  

Let's discuss! What's your experience with this? What solutions have you found?