JTB FlexReport 2025.4.0 - FlexNet performance and Active Directory/LDAP support

JTB FlexReport 2025.4.0 is now ready.

• JTB FlexReport Core JTB FlexReport Core 2025.4.0 Setup.zip
  • Added support for parallel processing of FlexNet servers improving the overall snapshot time and performance. New setting in JTB FlexReport Config on the FlexNet tab.
  • Added Active Directory/LDAP support. Requires database update.
  • DSLS urgent email notification for various errors added.
  • DSLS usage logging improvements.
  • Fixed bug with RLM logging for certain cases causing wrong feature name to be saved to database.
  • Fixed RLM bug related to UNCOUNTED usage.
  • Avoid duplicates added to the database in case of erroneous snapshots missing usage at random times.
  • Database test for multiple identical denials improved.
• JTB FlexReport Service/JTB FlexReport Client JTB FlexReport Service 2025.4.0 Setup.zip / JTB FlexReport Client 2025.4.0 Setup.zip
  • Fixed Unique Users per month bug with date labels if MS Access is used.
  • Fixed bug when using Multiple Report checkbox it is not using MaxLic as it should.
  • Fixed multiple detailed list report discrepancies causing wrong number of hours showing.
  • Database test for multiple identical denials improved.

See the version history for all details and previous versions.

Trial is available if you want to give it a try.

If your maintenance has expired you can try the new version for a few weeks, if you want to keep using it contact us to renew the maintenance. The upgrade is free of charge for customers with active maintenance.

What is JTB FlexReport? JTB FlexReport is a license usage report tool for applications licensed using network license systems like FlexNet (FlexNet), IBM LUM, DSLS, SPLM, Sentinel, LM-X, RLM, EPLAN (ELM), HASP, DPT, Tebis, CodeMeter among others. Track usage over time, hours used and much more. With JTB Process Monitor much more can be monitored like Bentley MicroStation, Autodesk Named User licenses and Autodesk Flex.

If you have FlexNet licenses check out our JTB FlexReport LT freeware. App for AutoCAD available.

Autodesk user? See these posts:

• Multi-User to Named User Autodesk licenses update
• Autodesk Named User usage reporting
• Autodesk Network Licenses RIP, New Named User Plans
• Prepare for the switch to Autodesk Named User Licenses
• JTB FlexReport can monitor Autodesk Flex

You may still find use for JTB FlexReport together with JTB Process Monitor. We can help analyze your historic usage so you can prepare for the switch.

If you find Autodesk's reporting is not enough our JTB Process Monitor could be a complement as it can also show both total and active usage both of Autodesk products and pretty much any other product you might want to track usage of.

How to change Camera and Target on the current view

Using the VIEW command in AutoCAD opens up the View Manager and there are properties like Camera X, Camera Y, Camera Z, Target X, Target Y, Target Z that are greyed out so you can't edit them.

In BricsCAD these can easily be edited though.

Here is a tips on how to change these coordinates using the DVIEW command I AutoCAD.

Command:
DVIEW
Select objects or <use DVIEWBLOCK>:     <- press Enter here
Enter option
[CAmera/TArget/Distance/POints/PAn/Zoom/TWist/CLip/Hide/Off/Undo]: PO
Specify target point <30000.76, -16728.59, 2587.63>: 0,0,0
Specify camera point <30000.76, -16728.59, 2588.63>: 0,0,1
Enter option
[CAmera/TArget/Distance/POints/PAn/Zoom/TWist/CLip/Hide/Off/Undo]:     <- press Enter here
Regenerating model.

Or using AutoLISP (command "._DVIEW" "" "_PO" "0,0,0" "0,0,1" "")

In some older AutoCAD versions the above does not work due to an AutoCAD bug, as seen here:

Command: _DVIEW
Select objects or <use DVIEWBLOCK>:
Enter option
[CAmera/TArget/Distance/POints/PAn/Zoom/TWist/CLip/Hide/Off/Undo]: _PO
Specify target point <114577.93, 19107.27, 4087.49>: 0,0,0
Specify camera point <114576.93, 19106.27, 4088.49>: 0,0,1
Camera and Target may not be coincident

I found that this variant did work as it should.

(command "._DVIEW" "" "_PO" (list 0 0 0) (list 0 0 1) "")

Motif Launches Cloud-Based Platform for Seamless AEC Collaboration

Motif a startup in the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) sector, has unveiled its innovative cloud-based platform to revolutionize design collaboration. This platform merges 2D and 3D workflows, offering a unified workspace for architects, engineers, and stakeholders to collaborate in real-time without the limitations of traditional tools.

Key Features of Motif:

• Unified Collaboration Workspace: An infinite canvas integrating 2D drawings, 3D models, sketches, and specifications in one place.
• Live Model Streaming & Integration: Real-time updates with Revit and Rhino, eliminating the need for manual re-uploads.
• 2D & 3D Sketching and Markups: Enables instant commenting and sketching, seamlessly syncing feedback across tools.
• Smart Presentation Tools: Interactive presentations linked directly to live designs.
• Web-Based Accessibility: Requires no software installation, ensuring inclusivity for all stakeholders, even those without CAD expertise.
• Plugins for Revit, Rhino and other BIM/CAD apps allows access to the collaboration both in the native app where the design is done and in Motif.

This eliminates traditional barriers like disconnected tools, fragmented workflows, and accessibility issues, ensuring efficient design reviews and meaningful participation for all team members, architects, designers, engineers, owners, clients, etc.

Motif's debut is more than a collaboration tool; it’s the foundation for an intelligent and connected future for Building Information Modeling (BIM). The company aims to enhance creativity, reduce friction, and harness AI to empower smarter design decisions.

“Today’s AEC workflows are burdened by fragmented data, rigid software, and disconnected collaboration tools that slow down decision-making,” says Amar Hanspal, CEO and Co-Founder of Motif. “Motif is redefining BIM with a focus on being open, intelligent, and collaborative, where BIM isn’t just about managing information—it’s about unlocking intelligence. We’re starting with intelligent collaboration—a platform that bridges gaps between teams, integrates with existing tools, and leverages AI to provide insights that drive better decisions. This is step one of many in building a smarter, more connected BIM future—one that removes friction, enhances creativity, and makes design intelligence truly accessible.”

 

"Motif simplifies how we collaborate across teams,” said Bill Carney, Design Technology Leader and Principal at DLR Group. “Instead of juggling screenshots, PDFs, and disconnected markups, everything is now in one place—live, structured, and effortless. Instead of creating work-arounds to collaborate we can focus on decisions and feedback in real time. Motif has made coordination faster and eliminated so many back-and-forths."

About: Motif Systems, Inc. is building the next generation software platform for the modern built environment. Founded in 2023 by Amar Hanspal (former Co-CEO and Chief Product Officer at Autodesk) and Brian Mathews (former CTO at Autodesk), along with founding employees of Revit, Motif enables seamless, real-time collaboration for architecture, engineering, and construction professionals.

With early access now open, Motif invites teams of all sizes to experience the next era of design collaboration. Interested professionals can request a free trial at motif.io.