Randall S. Newton is principal analyst at Consilia Vektor, covering engineering technology. He has been part of the computer graphics industry in a variety of roles since 1985.
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Randall's latest posts
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Balancing Compute Resources
November 15, 2024Understanding the nuances of various computing environments can aid in purchasing decisions.
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Rise of the AI Workstation
September 10, 2024Given the rapid interest in artificial intelligence, more workstation vendors are rising to meet demand.
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Quality and Safety Drive Monitor Innovations
July 18, 2024The latest monitors reduce eye strain while increasing visible detail.
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Generative Design Pushes Workstation Performance
June 11, 2024The design process requires the right hardware to support higher data and simulation workloads.
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Balancing Compute Resources
November 15, 2024Understanding the nuances of various computing environments can aid in purchasing decisions.
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Rise of the AI Workstation
September 10, 2024Given the rapid interest in artificial intelligence, more workstation vendors are rising to meet demand.
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Quality and Safety Drive Monitor Innovations
July 18, 2024The latest monitors reduce eye strain while increasing visible detail.
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Generative Design Pushes Workstation Performance
June 11, 2024The design process requires the right hardware to support higher data and simulation workloads.
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AI in Design: In Need of New Hardware
May 8, 2024New hardware options are emerging to support artificial intelligence use cases.
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Rackable Systems Display Power and Performance
April 19, 2024Scalability and space efficiency are just a few benefits of this special breed of workstations.
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Power of Good Design
April 16, 2024Applying emphasis on effective and innovative design processes in the design for additive manufacturing space can pay off and trim costs in the long run.
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Matching Workstation to Workload
March 15, 2024Finding just the right fit can be tricky but doable.
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2D CAD Remains Popular for Mechanical Design
February 23, 2024Cost savings associated with 2D CAD software versus costs of 3D modeling keeps 2D CAD in the mix for smaller business and those with budget constraints.
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Desktop vs. Mobile Dilemma
February 9, 2024Sorting out individual workstation benefits boils down to how the engineer plans to use the system.
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CorelCAD Discontinued
January 23, 2024Users encouraged to explore ARES CAD solutions from Graebert.
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Musk’s Manufacturing Algorithm Mirrors Engineering Digitalization
January 8, 2024Author considers the rules through the lens of PLM strategies and engineering transformation.
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Keeping Pace With Needs of Workstation Users
December 4, 2023Post-pandemic, engineers and designers want a balance between power and form factor for the newest workstations.
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Monitor Modifications
November 7, 2023Blacker blacks and fewer blues highlight workstation monitor trends.
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PLM Stays Relevant in Manufacturing
October 12, 2023Experts weigh in on how PLM still has a seat at the table in today’s tech-heavy marketplace.
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Advanced Tech Takes Stage at Paris Air Show
October 12, 2023Electrification, digitally integrated factories, urban air mobility and more round out event’s lineup.
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