What’s Changing at Autodesk? A Look at What’s Next

Autodesk is continuing to transform its software portfolio, with AI, cloud connectivity, and connected workflows becoming increasingly important across its products.

Several of these changes are already here, while others point to where Autodesk is headed next.

AI Is Becoming a Foundation

AI is moving beyond individual features and becoming a core part of Autodesk's products.

One of the most significant developments is Neural CAD, Autodesk's generative AI technology designed to understand and create editable CAD geometry—not just images or meshes. Autodesk is already incorporating Neural CAD technology into products such as Fusion and Forma to help automate design tasks and accelerate early-stage planning.

Autodesk Assistant is also becoming more prominent, giving users AI-powered guidance and helping automate routine tasks within Autodesk applications.

The goal is simple: let software handle more repetitive work so professionals can focus on design, decisions, and problem-solving.

Forma Is Becoming a Bigger Part of AEC

Autodesk's AEC strategy is increasingly centered around Autodesk Forma, its industry cloud connecting planning, design, and construction workflows.

In March 2026, Autodesk Construction Cloud became part of Forma, bringing construction workflows into the broader Forma environment. Autodesk is also strengthening the connection between Forma and Revit, with Revit now serving as the first Forma Connected Client.

New capabilities such as Forma Building Design allow teams to explore building concepts and evaluate design options earlier in the process before moving into detailed Revit design.

The larger goal is to create a more connected flow of information throughout the project lifecycle.

AutoCAD Continues to Evolve

AutoCAD 2027 brings new AI-powered and cloud-connected capabilities while maintaining the DWG-based workflows users depend on.

New tools include improvements to Autodesk Assistant, Geometry Cleanup, external references, and Forma Data Management integration.

Rather than reinventing AutoCAD, Autodesk continues to position it as a more intelligent and connected drafting platform that works across desktop, web, and cloud environments.

What Does This Mean for Autodesk Users?

For businesses using Autodesk software, these changes point to several clear trends:

• AI will handle more repetitive work.
• Cloud connectivity is becoming increasingly important.
• Connected workflows matter more than individual products.
• Data and collaboration are becoming central to the Autodesk experience.
  
  

That doesn't mean every organization needs to immediately change the way it works. Instead, it's a good time to evaluate whether your current software, licenses, workflows, and training are keeping pace with the changes.

Autodesk isn't simply adding new features. It's changing how its products work together—and how professionals interact with their software.

For Autodesk customers, staying informed now can help ensure you're ready to take advantage of what's coming next.