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I’m delighted to be the bearer of good news—we’ve had
an outstanding year!
In an uncertain economic environment, our revenues
increased steadily throughout the year. How did we do it?
Many factors contributed to our success. But the single
overriding reason is that our products are fabulous.
Quite simply, Autodesk makes terrific products that contribute tangible
value to our customers with significant productivity increases and quick
return on investment. Creating—and continuously improving—great
products is the foundation that supports our success in every area. As we
discussed in last year’s report, fiscal 2003 marked a concentrated focus on
product development. Fiscal 2004 witnessed the payoff of that effort.
Our customers’ voices are at the heart of our product development. This
year we incorporated their feedback as never before, seeking their input in
focus groups, beta programs, user group meetings and face-to-face visits
at customer sites. And we expanded these events to locations around the
world, gathering feedback that reflects the interests of our European
and Asian customers.
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Autodesk, Inc. FY 04
Dear Shareholders,