Risa Tips & Tricks: How to Use Our Structural Analysis Software

October 6, 2026

New Features in the RISA Customer Portal Release

The redesigned Customer Portal provides the information you need to efficiently manage your RISA products. Stay ahead of renewals, monitor product usage, and access helpful resources all from one place. See it in action with the video below. Redesigned Homepage The new homepage gives you a clearer view of your account. Added dashboards and new reporting data provides you with more insights into your licenses, renewals, usage, and resources. Licensing Overview and Summary Get a quick snapshot of your account with the Licensing Overview. It makes it easier to understand what products are active and which licenses need attention. This section also provides a jumping off point by linking to other sections of the Customer Portal. Click one of the summary items to learn more or modify your licenses. License Health Use the new Portfolio Overview to see the health of your account at a glance. View your total licenses with a breakdown of licenses that are active, renewing soon, and expired. You can also see whether Auto Renew is enabled and directly set it up when needed. This feature automatically renews the software your team relies on and avoids interruptions in your workflow. Renewals Understand exactly which licenses are…

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March 24, 2026

Making the Switch: Your Guide from STAAD to RISA-3D

Transitioning structural analysis platforms can feel like a major...

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March 24, 2026

Making the Switch: Your Guide from RAM Structural System to RISA-3D + RISAFloor

If your team relies on RAM Structural System for multi-story buildings,...

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March 24, 2026

Making the Switch: Your Guide from RAM Elements to RISA-3D

If you’ve been using RAM Elements primarily for component checks and small...

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March 23, 2026

Getting Buy-In From Your Team: RISA Adoption Strategies

Introducing RISA-3D into an office isn’t just a software install — it’s a...

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March 18, 2026

Training vs. Trial & Error: How to Accelerate Your RISA Learning Curve

Trial-and-error learning is common in structural software, but it’s slow...

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February 28, 2026

Bridging the Gap: Real-World Coordination Challenges for Structural Engineers

Structural engineering isn’t just about calculations—it’s about making...

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January 27, 2026

Structural Analysis Considerations for Industrial Steel Structures

Industrial steel structures—such as pipe racks, material handling systems,...

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January 23, 2026

A Day in the Life of a RISA-3D User

What does a typical day look like for an engineer using RISA-3D? From...

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January 23, 2026

What’s New for IBC 2024 in RISA: A Closer Look

With RISA’s latest release of RISA-3D v23.0.1, we’re continuing to expand...

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