Best practices for model accuracy in CAD

I’ve been diving into some new modeling techniques and I’m curious about your best practices for ensuring accuracy in CAD designs. Not just the software settings, but how you approach your design process. For example, I recently started using parametric constraints more heavily, and it’s really helped streamline my workflow.

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I’ve found that regularly checking dimensions and tolerances against standards helps maintain accuracy. When I switched to a more systematic review process, it decreased errors significantly. It’s easy to get lost in all the details, but taking a step back like that really pays off.

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