The popular computer-aided design (CAD) software, Catia, has been a staple in the engineering and design industries for decades. Developed by Dassault Systèmes, Catia has been widely used by companies around the world for designing and simulating complex products, from aircraft and automobiles to medical devices and consumer goods. However, with the expiration date of Catia licenses approaching, users are facing a new reality: what comes next?