ABOUT US
The Blueprint for CAD Mastery
CAD Authority helps professionals and engineering teams master CAD and BIM through advanced training, automation, and workflow standardization.
We are not just another learning platform—we are a high-performance ecosystem built for those who want to operate at the highest level of design and engineering.
Our Story & Leadership
CAD Authority was founded by a coalition of senior CAD and BIM managers with decades of international project experience across infrastructure, architecture, and engineering.
After leading complex transitions—from traditional 2D drafting to parametric modeling and large-scale BIM deployment—we identified a critical gap in the industry:
A lack of practical, high-level, and field-tested resources built specifically for working professionals and enterprise teams.
CAD Authority was created to close that gap.
Meet the Founder — Rachid Khouri (CAD and AutoLISP Expert)
CADauthority.com was founded by Rachid Khouri, a CAD professional, Autodesk Authorized Developer, trainer, and technical author with more than 30 years of hands-on experience in computer-aided design.
With a background in Computer Engineering, Rachid began working with AutoCAD in 1992. Since then, he has developed extensive expertise in CAD management, software customization, AutoLISP and Visual LISP programming, CAD automation, and professional technical training.
Throughout his career, he has designed and developed specialized CAD applications for various industries, including electrical schematic design and symbol libraries, surveying and topography, architecture, interior design, and engineering. His work has focused on developing practical tools that automate repetitive tasks, improve drawing accuracy, standardize workflows, and increase productivity in professional CAD environments.
As an experienced CAD educator and technical author, Rachid has also created numerous technical training manuals, instructional video courses, and online training programs, helping students, CAD technicians, designers, engineers, and industry professionals develop practical skills in AutoCAD and related technologies.
He was also the founder of Canada CAD, a CAD training center established in Québec, Canada, as well as the Canadian CAD Academy, dedicated to delivering professional online training in CAD software, customization, and automation.
In addition, Rachid founded LISPauthority.com, an independent resource covering Autolisp, Visual Lisp, DCL, ActiveX technologies.
Drawing on decades of real-world experience in CAD application development, customization, and technical education, Rachid established LISPauthority.com to share practical AutoLISP knowledge, reliable programming techniques, downloadable tools, and proven solutions to real CAD automation challenges.
His goal is to make AutoLISP programming more accessible, practical, and valuable for CAD professionals, from beginners learning their first routines to experienced developers building production-ready CAD applications.
Who We Serve
We work with professionals and organizations who demand more from their tools:
- CAD drafters aiming to master automation and efficiency
- BIM coordinators managing complex, multi-disciplinary projects
- Engineers and architects working on high-stakes designs
- Firms seeking to standardize workflows across teams
- Directors scaling performance across large design departments
Our Philosophy: Horizontal Intelligence
We believe that high-performing teams do not rely on siloed expertise.
Our approach is built on horizontal intelligence—a system where knowledge, scripts, and optimized workflows are shared across all team members.
This means:
- Every team member has access to high-performance tools
- Automation replaces repetitive drafting work
- Standards are enforced consistently across projects
- Knowledge flows freely—not just from the top down
The result is simple: faster execution, fewer errors, and stronger teams.
What We Do
We provide professionals and organizations with the tools to operate at an elite level:
- Advanced CAD & BIM training programs
- Industry-focused professional certifications
- High-performance LISP libraries for automation
- Workflow optimization and standardization systems
- Technical troubleshooting for complex environments
Our solutions are designed to increase productivity, reduce repetitive work, and elevate technical precision across projects.
Our Mission
To redefine how CAD and BIM professionals work—by combining technical mastery, automation, and scalable systems into one unified standard.
Elevate Your Standards
Master your tools. Build smarter systems. Operate at a higher level.
Join the next generation of CAD and BIM professionals.