Accelerating Construction Projects with Autodesk Forma

When workflows are streamlined and information is centralised, teams can move faster without compromising quality. This leads to improved productivity, better resource allocation and more predictable project delivery.

Autodesk Forma (formerly the Autodesk Construction Cloud) provides powerful data management that connects with BIM coordination and clash detection tools that allows teams to identify and resolve issues early in the process. With the addition of pre-construction modules, teams can also leverage accurate quantity takeoffs to support better planning and cost control. Improved design accuracy fosters clearer communication and reduces construction snags, particularly those cause by working from outdated information.

End-to-end Project Delivery with Autodesk Forma
Autodesk Forma can host a project from concept through to completion by utilising its full suite of modules, creating a single connected environment for all projects stakeholders. The Forma modules can be added to any project as and when needed. This causes no disruption to existing project information. Data Management is the base function that will be used in conjunction with any other Forma modules.

Design/Planning Tools
Enable early-stage design exploration, site analysis and concept development. Team can assess environmental factors, test design options and make informed decisions from the outset. Using the Boards tool allows for early collaboration and brainstorming in a structured way. This information can be utilised when viewing project information.

Model Coordination
The model coordination module within Autodesk Forma allows teams to aggregate models from different disciplines, detect clashes and resolve coordination issues before construction, therefore reducing risk and rework. Design teams can run clash detection directly on any model within their folders, while enhanced filtering tools provide detailed control by isolating elements based on specific parameters. This allows teams to focus on relevant model areas, making coordination more precise and efficient.

Data Management
The data management module within Autodesk Forma acts as the central source of truth for all project information. It manages document control, versioning, approvals and workflows, ensuring all teams are working from up-to-date information. The data management module has unlimited storage, allowing all project files to be securely housed in one place. By storing information within the platform, teams can take full advantage of additional features such as packages and transmittals – providing structured, traceable ways to share, track and manage project data.

Build Module
The build module in Autodesk Forma supports construction-phase activities such as FRIs, site inspections, issue tracking and progress documentation, while connecting office and site teams in real-time. The Build tools bring all project stakeholders together on a single platform, ensuring seamless collaboration. With access via tablets or mobile devices, teams can capture and share photos and videos directly from site, providing clear context for delays, queries, or requests for additional information, helping ensure nothing is overlooked.

Cost Management
The cost management module in Autodesk Forma provides real-time financial visibility to help teams track budgets, manage change orders and maintain control of project costs. Change requests can be linked directly to on-site issues and other tools across the platform, offering clear insights into the root causes of programme delays. Access to detailed project data, such as material costs, supports smoother project handover and enables teams to make informed decisions, whether that means reordering materials or selecting alternative manufacturers.

We support customers every day in getting the most from these tools, tailoring each functionality to suit specific project requirements. By configuring project templates, you can establish consistent standards across your business, improving efficiency and ensuring alignment from project to project. These foundations also enable more strategic collaboration with other disciplines.

Account hubs can securely share information and link files between projects on the same server, giving you the flexibility to manage your own data while maintaining efficient collaboration. Project hosted within the data management platform don’t need to utilise every tool – each module is fully scalable and can be introduced as needed.

Users with access to an AEC Collection or individual licenses of Revit, AutoCAD or Civil 3D, are automatically granted access to the Data Management Essentials module, making it easy to get started. There’s a wide range of capabilities available and our team is here to help you unlock their full potential.