InfoWorks WS Pro
Civil engineering design software
CAD software
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What is InfoWorks WS Pro
InfoWorks WS Pro is a water distribution network modeling and hydraulic simulation application used to plan, analyze, and operate potable water systems. It supports tasks such as demand allocation, pressure and flow analysis, fire flow assessment, leakage studies, and scenario comparison for capital planning and operational changes. The product is commonly used by water utilities and engineering consultants and is positioned as a specialist network analysis tool rather than a general-purpose CAD drafting system.
Specialized water network modeling
The product focuses on potable water distribution analysis, including hydraulic simulation and scenario-based planning workflows. This specialization fits utility engineering teams that need network performance evaluation rather than broad multi-discipline design. It is designed around network assets (pipes, valves, pumps, tanks) and operational conditions, which aligns with typical water utility data structures.
Scenario and operational analysis
InfoWorks WS Pro supports comparing multiple what-if scenarios to evaluate operational changes and investment options. This is useful for assessing impacts of valve operations, pump controls, demand changes, and network reinforcements. The workflow emphasis is on analysis outputs (pressures, flows, headloss, service levels) rather than producing construction drawings.
Utility-oriented data workflows
The product is built for utility network datasets and commonly integrates with enterprise data sources and GIS-style asset inventories in typical deployments. This can reduce manual re-entry compared with using general CAD tools for network analysis. It also supports model building and calibration workflows that are specific to water distribution engineering.
Not a full CAD platform
InfoWorks WS Pro is not primarily intended for detailed civil drafting, plan production, or multi-discipline BIM authoring. Organizations typically still require separate CAD/civil design tools for roadway, site, and structural deliverables. Teams expecting a single environment for both hydraulic analysis and construction documentation may need additional software and integration effort.
Narrow domain scope
The product targets water distribution networks and does not cover the full range of civil infrastructure design needs. Firms working across roads, land development, and structures will likely treat it as a specialist application within a broader toolchain. This can increase training and administration overhead if the organization standardizes on fewer platforms.
Integration depends on environment
Data exchange with CAD, GIS, and asset management systems varies by an organization’s data standards and connectors in place. Model quality and usefulness depend heavily on input data completeness, calibration practices, and governance. Implementations can require dedicated configuration and ongoing data management to keep models aligned with operational reality.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly subscription | Price not published on Autodesk site (Contact Autodesk to purchase) | Named-user subscription; 15-day return policy for monthly subscriptions; includes an allocation of cloud simulation hours; changeable to 1- or 3-year term in Autodesk Account. |
| Annual subscription (1-year) | Price not published on Autodesk site (Contact Autodesk to purchase) | Named-user subscription; 30-day money-back guarantee; includes an allocation of cloud simulation hours; save vs monthly. |
| Multi-year subscription (3-year) | Price not published on Autodesk site (Contact Autodesk to purchase) | Multi-year term locks price for 3 years; save vs monthly. |
| Autodesk Flex (pay-as-you-go token daily rate) | 42 tokens — $126 per day (US Flex rate sheet) | Token-based daily access (charged every 24 hours while product is in use); shareable token pool; suitable for occasional/short-term use. |
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Autodesk, Inc.
San Francisco, CA, USA
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