Prokon Software Limited

Earlier this month, we asked you what the biggest hurdle is to meeting your structural drawing deadlines.

56% of you identified last-minute design changes as the biggest bottleneck in meeting structural drawing deadlines.

The remaining challenges were:
- Software/CAD workflow friction - 22%
- Repetitive manual detailing - 11%
- Unclear engineer markups - 11%

This serves as a clear reminder that delays rarely stem from a single issue; however, addressing design changes earlier can have the greatest impact in keeping projects on track.

Join us for the PROKON and Giscad Group of Companies Caribbean and LATAM 2nd Road Show!

Our first stop will be in the Dominican Republic from June 21 to June 23.

Come and discover how our industry-leading structural analysis and design software can transform your engineering projects. Our experts will be on-site to showcase the latest innovations from PROKON 5.3.

For more information and registration, please contact Shevon Clarke at:
Phone: 1-868-235-8073 or email: [email protected].

Transitioning from the classroom to the construction site is one of the most significant milestones in a junior engineer’s career. At this stage, the focus shifts to delivering accurate, code-compliant designs and building the confidence to contribute reliably within a team.

In practice, this transition can be challenging. Many engineers find themselves overwhelmed by complex software interfaces and applying design codes correctly for the first time, often resulting in repeated revisions and reliance on senior review.

PROKON is designed to support this stage by simplifying workflows and improving alignment with engineering standards:

- Structured Clarity: An interface designed for transparency with step-by-step workflows that are ideal for early-career engineers.
- Guided Learning: Built-in code checks and design guides that help you "speak the same language" as your senior engineers.
- Professional Results: The ability to generate clean, validated reports that prove your technical proficiency.

By replacing the stress of "weekend crunch time" with a tool that supports your learning, you can move from late-night rework to the "early win" of a design that passes senior review the first time.

What would make the biggest difference in reducing rework at your stage right now?

Learn more about PROKON: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0vQPcx0

Join PROKON and GISCAD teams for an exclusive webinar.

As the Caribbean’s authorised distributor of PROKON software, Giscad Group of Companies is proud to bring you this opportunity to learn directly from the experts.

Learn directly from the experts how to improve project efficiency and deliver results with confidence.

Webinar Highlights:
- Faster structural design workflows and core capabilities.
- Concrete and steel design plus reinforcement detailing tools.
- Real-world applications and practical demonstrations.
- Live Q&A with Johan du Plessis (PROKON).

Speakers:

Johan du Plessis, Technical Support Manager at Prokon.
Johan is a highly experienced structural engineer with a background in the mining and engineering software industries and is an alumnis of the University of Pretoria.

Leysa Del Sol Aceved, Business Development Executive at GISCAD
Holding a degree in Civil Engineering, Leysa combines technical expertise with strategic planning and project leadership experience.

Shevon Clarke, Business Development Executive at GISCAD
With over 15 years experience in customer relationship management, he supports business expansion across the Caribbean and Central America, improving sales strategies and professional services in engineering and construction.

📅 When: June 17, 2026 | 10 AM AST
📍 Where: Online

Register here: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0w6h9M0

Is your concrete design up to date?

Our Concrete Design and Detailing courses at PROKON Academy are specifically built to ensure your structures are both code-compliant and highly efficient.

What you’ll master:
- Design: Beams, slabs, columns, retaining walls, and foundations.
- Detailing: (Padds): 2D CAD drafting, annotations, and reinforcement scheduling.
- Detailing: (Probar): Using our CAD add-ins to automate detailing for complex elements such as columns and pile caps.

Reduce manual errors and simplify your workflow with sessions that are practical, well-structured, and tailored to real-world applications.

Explore Concrete Courses and more: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0vLRSL0

One of the biggest challenges in the engineering design cycle is the manual transfer of data between architects and engineers, which often leads to errors and project delays.

For concrete structures, seamless data transfer between architects and engineers is vital. Prodesk provides a bi-directional link between Autodesk® Revit® and PROKON Sumo, allowing for:

Multi-Disciplinary Synergy: Empower Structural Engineers, BIM Coordinators, and Architects to work on a unified vision, whether they are internal team members or external partners.

Reduced Design Cycles: By removing the need for manual input when moving from analysis to design, you significantly cut down on time and human error.

Consistency is Key: Maintain model integrity across platforms, ensuring that what is designed in PROKON is exactly what is reflected in the BIM environment.

Utilise the power of PROKON 5.3 to innovate and collaborate while delivering economic and safe structures faster than ever before.

Learn more: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0vLRmj0

A "good day" is defined by one thing: seeing your drawings pass the engineer’s checks the first time without a single request for rework.

But when you’re facing high drawing volumes and tight deadlines, the risk of a dimension, annotation, or detail error increasing is real. It can lead to costly revisions that can damage your professional credibility with senior engineers and disrupt the entire construction timeline.

So the real question becomes: How can I trust the software results?

PROKON was developed to remove that uncertainty.

It delivers transparent, validated calculations rather than opaque results.

That means you can:
- Eliminate the "bad days" spent on repetitive rework.
- Produce documentation that engineers trust without extra checking.
- Secure your status as an indispensable workflow gatekeeper who bridges the gap between design and reality.

Combine your CAD expertise with PROKON’s structural intelligence to ensure your precision is never a point of doubt. Learn more: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0vLRTt0

With PROKON Volume Discounts, you can save up to 50% when purchasing 5 or more licenses, enabling your professionals to use the powerful features of PROKON 5.3 whenever they need them.

Applies to:
- PROKON Complete
- PROKON Essentials
- All PROKON Bundles

Join over 20,000 professionals in 160 countries who rely on PROKON’s intuitive and easy-to-use interfaces.

Learn more: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0vLS0D0

Engineers don’t just want powerful tools; they want clarity, speed, and confidence in every design.

For Penny Roodt from SENET, that’s exactly what PROKON Structural Analysis and Design Software delivers.

Thank you, Penny Roodt, for your words and support!