What’s New in SOLIDWORKS Design 2027

Q: What are the biggest new features in SOLIDWORKS Design 2027?

SOLIDWORKS Design 2027 introduces enhancements across parts, assemblies, drawings, user experience, and connected workflows. Highlights include improved sheet metal modeling, simplified large assembly management, faster drawing creation, intelligent in-product guidance, AI-powered experiences, and tighter integration with the 3DEXPERIENCE platform. Together, these enhancements help engineers reduce repetitive tasks, improve design accuracy, and work more efficiently. View the top 10 lists for Design, AI, and Data and Collaboration to see the best of SOLIDWORKS 2027. https://www.solidworks.com/sites/default/filesd10/26docs08/Whats-New-in-SOLIDWORKS-2027-Design.pdf, https://www.solidworks.com/sites/default/filesd10/26docs08/Whats_New_SW_2027_AI.pdf, https://www.solidworks.com/sites/default/filesd10/26docs08/Whats-New-in-SOLIDWORKS-2027-Data-Management-and-Collaboration.pdf

Q: Why should I upgrade to SOLIDWORKS Design 2027?

Upgrading to SOLIDWORKS Design 2027 gives you access to hundreds of customer-driven enhancements that improve productivity, performance, and collaboration. You'll also benefit from better compatibility with customers and suppliers, AI-assisted workflows, improved interoperability, and ongoing support through your SOLIDWORKS subscription. Staying current with your CAD software helps your team work more efficiently while reducing compatibility and data exchange issues. Contact us to speak with an expert about upgrading. https://www.solidworks.com/how-to-buy/contact-sales

Q: How does SOLIDWORKS Design 2027 improve collaboration?

SOLIDWORKS Design 2027 strengthens collaboration by connecting desktop design workflows with theDassault Systèmes 3DEXPERIENCE platform. Engineers can browse and open platform data directly from SOLIDWORKS, automatically synchronize material definitions, and leverage AI-powered experiences that help streamline common engineering tasks. These connected workflows reduce context switching and make it easier for teams to work from shared, up-to-date product data.

Q: Who will benefit most from upgrading to SOLIDWORKS Design 2027?

SOLIDWORKS Design 2027 is designed for mechanical engineers, product designers, CAD administrators, and engineering teams of all sizes. Whether you're creating complex parts, managing large assembly design, producing manufacturing documentation, or collaborating across departments, the latest enhancements help streamline everyday workflows, improve productivity, and accelerate product design.

Q: Does SOLIDWORKS Design include AI Virtual Companions?

Yes, SOLIDWORKS AI Virtual Companions integrate directly into your design environment to reduce repetitive tasks, manual effort, and optimize decision-making. These advanced tools function as intelligent assistants that understand your design intent, automate routine operations and provide predictive insights to keep your projects on schedule. AI usage is measured through a consumption model using Tokens. View the getting started guide to learn how to access and utilize the SOLIDWORKS AI Virtual Companions. https://www.solidworks.com/solidworksaiguide Visit the Virtual Companions page to learn more or get an introduction to SOLIDWORKS AI features by viewing the AI overview page. https://www.solidworks.com/product/solidworks-design/ai-companions, https://www.solidworks.com/product/solidworks-design/ai-overview

Q: Where can I learn more about SOLIDWORKS Design?

We have a range of resources available if you’re interested in learning more about SOLIDWORKS Design. You can find some materials here: Explore SOLIDWORKS Design capabilities and license types. Get an introduction to a growing list of SOLIDWORKS AI capabilities and skills. See the latest news, learn about upcoming events, and connect with SOLIDWORKS experts on the SOLIDWORKS News and Info Community. https://www.solidworks.com/solution/solidworks-ai-cad-tools-workflow-optimization, https://www.solidworks.com/solution/solidworks-ai-cad-tools-workflow-optimization

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Get an expert-led introduction to SOLIDWORKS AI and discover how Virtual Companions bring added intelligence and engineering expertise directly into your design workflow. Learn how the five pillars of SOLIDWORKS AI, Intent to CAD, Design Validation, Engineering Guidance, Manufacturing Documentation, and Assembly Optimization, help accelerate workflows by reducing repetitive tasks, generating new ideas, assisting with troubleshooting, and automating time-consuming work. This video also explores how these capabilities are evolving rapidly, offering a glimpse into the future of AI-assisted engineering and the growing role SOLIDWORKS Virtual Companions will play in helping designers and engineers work faster, make more informed decisions, and focus on higher-value design challenges.

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Explore SOLIDWORKS Design 2027 Enhancements

See the latest SOLIDWORKS 2027 enhancements by category using the tabs below. Each section features a curated overview and video highlighting the newest capabilities for Parts, Assemblies, Drawings, and Data Collaboration, making it easy to discover the updates most relevant to your workflow.

SOLIDWORKS Design 2027 Top Features and Enhancements

Short on time? Explore the 10 biggest SOLIDWORKS Design 2027 enhancements, including AI and Data Collaboration, and watch short demo videos to quickly discover the new features that will have the greatest impact on your daily design workflows.

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Design and Modeling 2027 Top 10

From In-Context Design and Performance Assistants, the ability to import massive point clouds with color, and the option to install multiple versions of SOLIDWORKS Deign, see how you will benefit from SOLIDWORKS Design 2027.

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SOLIDWORKS AI 2027 Top 10

From finding and fixing your biggest assembly slowdowns without manual trial and error, producing consistent assembly instructions in minutes instead of hours, and natural language macro generation, see how you will benefit from SOLIDWORKS AI.

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Data Collaboration 2027 Top 10

From accessing Content Explorer in the Task Pane to aligning SOLIDWORKS materials with governed 3DEXPERIENCE platform material definitions, see how you will benefit from SOLIDWORKS 2027 data management and collaboration enhancements.

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Why Upgrade to SOLIDWORKS Design 2027

Upgrading to SOLIDWORKS 2027 gives your team immediate access to the latest productivity enhancements while ensuring compatibility with customers, suppliers, and partners. Beyond new features, an active subscription keeps your engineering environment optimized with expert support and the latest innovations.

Access Hundreds of New Enhancements

Take advantage of customer-driven improvements across parts, assemblies, drawings, manufacturing documentation, performance, and AI. Every release is designed to eliminate repetitive work, improve quality, and help you deliver products faster.

Increase Interoperability

Stay on the latest version to maximize compatibility with customers, suppliers, and partners while supporting multi-version environments when needed. Reduce translation issues, improve data exchange, and ensure everyone is working from the latest design information.

Optimize Engineering Workflows

Benefit from AI-assisted experiences, faster large assembly performance, improved documentation tools, and tighter integration with the 3DEXPERIENCE platform. Connected workflows reduce manual tasks and keep engineering teams focused on design instead of administration.

Get Expert Local Support

Your SOLIDWORKS subscription includes access to knowledgeable local resellers who provide implementation guidance, technical support, training, and best practices tailored to your business. Their expertise helps your team adopt new capabilities faster and maximize the value of every SOLIDWORKS release.

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Design and AI

Design and AI

Turn prompts, images, and legacy drawings into SOLIDWORKS geometry and production-ready documentation. Improved sheet metal and fillet modeling. Create validated, documented designs.

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PDM

PDM

Boost productivity with single sign-on, distributed task processing for uninterrupted PDF and file generation, and smarter file replication that synchronizes only active project data.

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Simulation

Simulation

Simulate with greater confidence using enhancements that improve accuracy, simplify complex analyses, and give you more control across Structural, Plastics, and Flow Simulation studies.

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Electrical

Electrical

Ensure designs are accurate, traceable, and ready for production with native wire and harness management, dynamic connector editing, bidirectional 2D-3D navigation, and integrated circuit validation.

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2D CAD

2D CAD

Get faster documentation, smoother manufacturing handoffs, and more efficient multi-discipline coordination with improved workflow automation, STEP export, PLM metadata access, material nesting, BIM material properties, and enhanced detailing.

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