Since 1981, Design Data has set the standard with its SDS/2 software. As a leader in steel industry software development for 30 years, we constantly bring new technology to the market. Not only was it the first steel software of its kind, Design Data's SDS/2 remains the standard by which all other systems are judged.

Our history of leadership and innovative features is unsurpassed by any competitor, providing a clear-cut advantage for SDS/2 users. Proof of this is found in Design Data’s involvement in the steel industry. We share a leadership position with the American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC), working on the development of integration of models and model data with CIS/2. Also, SDS/2 was the first product to interface with automated shop equipment, design connections inside the 3D model, and interface with plant design systems, among many other features.

Design Data continues to lead the way in adapting to new technology, as evidenced by our proactive stance to make SDS/2 the leading BIM software by importing and exporting model data to and from other software products.

The future continues to provide endless possibilities for SDS/2 and the steel industry. Design Data maintains a strong vision for the direction of SDS/2 and an unyielding commitment to technological innovation.

For three decades, Design Data has diligently worked to make SDS/2 the best product on the market. By constantly updating SDS/2 with an array of new and creative solutions, Design Data remains at the forefront of innovation in the steel industry. New SDS/2 features, connections and enhancements are being developed every day.

To keep up with the rapid and continual changes in technology, Design Data relies on every resource available, from industry literature to suggestions from the SDS/2 Users Group and our 30 years of experience in leading the industry. No other software company is more responsive to customer input.