Solids-based GibbsCAM modules can optionally read native Autodesk Inventor model files. An add-in for Inventor is offered, which allows Inventor models to be transferred directly to GibbsCAM from within the Inventor session, dramatically streamlining the transfer process. A similar add-in also is available for the Mechanical Desktop. GibbsCAM is certified under the Autodesk Inventor Certified Application Program.