As product development becomes more collaborative and data-driven, engineering teams need more than just powerful CAD software. They need secure cloud collaboration, intelligent data management, and AI-powered productivity tools that keep projects moving faster.
The SOLIDWORKS Value Upgrade Promotion is designed to help existing SOLIDWORKS customers transition into the connected design environment of the 3DEXPERIENCE platform. With a 12-month Grace Period, eligible customers can experience the benefits of Cloud Services before making a long-term decision.
What is the SOLIDWORKS Value Upgrade Promotion?
The SOLIDWORKS Value Upgrade Promotion is a limited-time program created for existing SOLIDWORKS users. Whether your subscription is currently active or has expired, this promotion provides an opportunity to access Cloud Services and experience the advantages of the 3DEXPERIENCE platform.
During the 12-month Grace Period, customers can explore cloud-based collaboration, secure project management, AI-powered design assistance, and modern engineering workflows—all while continuing to use the familiar SOLIDWORKS desktop environment.
Who Can Join?
This promotion is available for existing SOLIDWORKS customers, including:
Active Customers
Customers with an active SOLIDWORKS Subscription (ALC) who want to expand their design capabilities with Cloud Services.
Inactive Customers
Customers whose subscription has expired but continue to use a perpetual SOLIDWORKS license. This promotion offers an excellent opportunity to reconnect with the latest cloud technologies and productivity tools.
What's Included During the 12-Month Grace Period?
By joining the Value Upgrade Promotion, customers gain access to a range of Cloud Services designed to improve engineering efficiency and collaboration.
AI-Powered Design Assistance
Work smarter with intelligent design features that help improve productivity and accelerate design tasks through AI-powered capabilities.
Secure Cloud Storage & Version Control
Store engineering data securely in the cloud while maintaining revision history and version control for every project.
Share & Markup
Collaborate easily with colleagues, customers, and stakeholders by sharing designs online and collecting feedback through cloud-based markup tools.
Data Management & Lifecycle Control
Keep design files organized with centralized data management, permission control, and project lifecycle management.
Automation for Better Productivity
Reduce repetitive manual tasks and improve workflow efficiency using automation features available through the 3DEXPERIENCE platform.
Work Anywhere
Access your projects securely from virtually anywhere, enabling flexible collaboration across teams and locations.
Customer Journey
The Value Upgrade process is simple:
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Existing SOLIDWORKS customer enrolls in the Value Upgrade Promotion.
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Customer signs the Value Upgrade Agreement.
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A 12-month Grace Period begins.
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Customer uses Cloud Services and experiences the benefits of the 3DEXPERIENCE platform.
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At the end of the program, the customer chooses the option that best fits their business needs.
Your Options After 12 Months
At the end of the Grace Period, customers have three flexible choices.
Option 1 – Continue Cloud Services
Continue using Cloud Services and receive promotional pricing:
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Year 2: 50% discount
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Year 3: 50% discount
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Year 4 onward: 25% discount
This option is ideal for businesses that want to continue benefiting from connected collaboration and cloud-enabled engineering workflows.
Option 2 – Reinstate Your Perpetual License
Customers who decide not to continue Cloud Services may reinstate their perpetual license according to the SOLIDWORKS licensing policy. Applicable reinstatement requirements and subscription terms will apply.
Option 3 – Continue Using Your Existing Perpetual License
Customers may discontinue the Value Upgrade program and continue using their existing perpetual license without Cloud Services.
Why Upgrade to Cloud Services?
Modern engineering teams require more than desktop CAD software. By connecting SOLIDWORKS with the 3DEXPERIENCE platform, businesses can:
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Improve collaboration across teams
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Secure design data in the cloud
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Accelerate product development with AI-powered tools
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Simplify file management and version control
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Enable flexible work from anywhere
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Increase engineering productivity
The Value Upgrade Promotion provides an easy, low-risk way to experience these benefits before making a long-term commitment.
Why Choose the SOLIDWORKS Value Upgrade Promotion?
Whether you're an active subscriber or a long-time perpetual license user, the SOLIDWORKS Value Upgrade Promotion helps you explore the next generation of engineering collaboration without immediately changing your licensing model.
It is an opportunity to modernize your product development workflow, leverage cloud-connected innovation, and discover how the 3DEXPERIENCE platform can support your business growth.
Ready to Experience the Future of SOLIDWORKS?
Take advantage of the SOLIDWORKS Value Upgrade Promotion and discover how Cloud Services can transform the way your team designs, collaborates, and delivers innovative products.
Contact our SOLIDWORKS specialists today to learn more about eligibility, program details, and how to get started.
Ready to Experience the Future of SOLIDWORKS?
Take advantage of the SOLIDWORKS Value Upgrade Promotion and discover how Cloud Services can transform the way your team designs, collaborates, and delivers innovative products.
Contact our SOLIDWORKS specialists today to learn more about eligibility, program details, and how to get started.
