Computer Aided Design is carried out on
Microstation using Apple Macintosh and PC’s. All
computers are networked with data being backed-up on
a daily basis. The practice also holds NBS and RIBA
Technical Indices and a number of other software
applications and has the in-house capability of
producing high quality computer 3D images and
animations. The practice has a policy of upgrading
its Information Technology systems on a regular
basis and is managed at Partner level. All staff has
email and Internet access, allowing the exchange of
written and graphic information by e-communication
on a daily basis. In addition, MAST operate an
in-house Intranet where staff can access shared
information, technical indices, British Standards,
office policies etc.
We have recently implemented an electronic document management system, INVU,
with the aim of becoming a paperless office. INVU also allows us to carefully
manage, file and retrieve documents.
I.T. support is provided by both Scotsys & Concept who are tasked with
providing software and hardware back-up on an annual consultancy basis.