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Chronos for AutoCAD - Automatic Time Logging Utility

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Chronos

Chronos for AutoCAD is a two part system designed to log time spent working with AutoCAD. This system consists of the Chronos Log Viewer which displays the logged data and the DwgLog program which generates the logs.


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Chronos Log Viewer

The  Chronos Log Viewer displays the collected drawing and user data and provides the following functionality:

  • Schedule automatic log archiving
  • Save data as Excel spreadsheet or Delimited Ascii text file
  • Save data and graphics as Jpeg images for inclusion in reports or Power Point presentation.
  • Print log data and graphics


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DwgLog.exe

The DwgLog program resides on the local machine or the server and is started when each user logs on to the computer you wish to monitor. The default configuration will start the program every time the computer is started. When an AutoCAD session is started, DwgLog will begin logging activity.



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DwgLog Messenger

As part of the DwgLog program, the messenger allows the AutoCAD operator to view his drawing time status of the current drawing from within AutoCAD. Periodic monitoring can motivate the user to improve his or her efficiency. You are free to continue using the messenger beyond the evaluation period.



What are the benefits of using Chronos for AutoCAD?

   Automatic Logging

* No forms or time sheets to fill out.
* No timers required to be started or stopped.
* No software for logged employees to learn

   Project Management

* Obtain near real time project hours.
* No reports to gather or formulate.
* Improve project estimating with historical evidence.

   Review Drawing History

* Records when a drawing was opened and closed.
* Documents who accessed the drawing, automatically.
* Graphically view the amount of time worked on drawings: daily, weekly, monthly.

   Free up Network Licenses

* Determine actual network license needs, saving the cost of excessive licenses.
* Automatically release network licenses after predetermined inactive time.
* Configure to perform saves before AutoCAD shutdown.



Chronos can be used as a tool to establish benchmarks for improving efficiencies within your organization. After recording data for a period, you are now able to examine time related metrics in relation to various properties of your AutoCAD drawings. Some useful purposes of this process include:



Data that is collected during the AutoCAD drawing session:

Drawing Data Drawing Details User Data Session Data
  • Drawing Name
  • Drawing Directory
  • Creation Date
  • Original Time
  • Edit Time
  • Elapsed Time
  • Last Accessed Date & Time
  • Last Accessed by
  • Insert, XRef & Block Count
  • Group & Layer Count
  • Dimension & Dimension Style Count
  • Dictionary Count
  • User Name
  • Original Time
  • Edit Time
  • Elapsed Time
  • Computer Name
  • AutoCAD Version
  • User Name
  • Computer Name
  • Begin Date & Time
  • End Date & Time
  • Elapsed Time



Version 3.2 features:


Mastering AutoCAD Civil 3D 2008

Chronos was selected for inclusion in the tools CD accompanying Mastering AutoCAD Civil 3D 2008

Cadalyst Magazine Review

Chronos was reviewed by Cadalyst Magazine

CadDepot Tool Of The Week

Chronos was selected as Tool of the Week by CadDepot 12/04/05

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Chronos does not contain Spyware, Adware or Viruses


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During the trial period the DwgLog program will record all users. The Chronos viewer is limited to viewing recorded activities of 25 users. The registered product will view up to 255 users. When ordering and registering Chronos there is no need to re-install the product

Chronos for Autocad is priced at $49.95 for a single Chronos Viewer user (includes logging) - Additional logged users users are priced at $29.95 each. Multiple user discount pricing is available.


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