The way that you handle DWG data in MicroStation depends on a number of
factors. Here are some questions that will help you to choose whether to work
primarily with the DGN or DWG file format in MicroStation, and to choose between
DGN and DWG workmodes:
What is the required file format for the final project deliverables:
DGN, DWG, or both?
What percentage of the files used in the project will be
DGN files versus DWG files?
Who will be primarily responsible for modifying and assembling
the files: the MicroStation or AutoCAD users?
Are there downstream or add-on applications that require
either the DGN or DWG format, such as TriForma, third party product data management
software, or presentation software?
Are there advanced MicroStation functions that will facilitate
the completion of the project, such as custom line styles, Design History,
reference masking?
Will the project files go through revisions where they return
to MicroStation users repeatedly for revisions
or changes?
The answers to these revision cycle and formatting questions should
help you clarify the strategy to use for your project.
