Description: Firstly, this guide looks at the background to estimating prior to providing guidance on how to choose and implement a CAE system. This is further expanded upon by looking at the problems faced by companies during and subsequent to the implementation of a system. Valuable advice is also given by industry experts on how to minimise the problems faced.

Another important factor that has to be considered when implementing a CAE system is both the cost of purchasing and implementing the system. The later section of this guide will outline the cost factors incurred before and after implementation. Most importantly are the running costs and the cost for training, which is imperative when implementing the system.