Autodesk Forma Data Management Essentials

Included with standalone AutoCAD, Revit and Civil 3D, Autodesk Forma Data Management Essentials helps teams to manage project files in the cloud and collaborate with confidence.

Connect desktop design to cloud-based data management!

Keep teams aligned with connected project data that stays consistent across disciplines and phases.

View and markup files in context to resolve issues earlier without disrupting daily design workflows.

Design in AutoCAD, Revit, and Civil 3D while project updates stay synchronised in the cloud.

Features for Connected Project Data

Organised Project Data

Organise, control and track project documents in a shared AECO-focused data environment.

Markups

Add comments and annotations directly to drawings and models to communicate feedback clearly.

Issue Tracking

Note, track and manage project issues in one place to improve visibility and accountability.

Desktop-to-Cloud

Sync project data between desktop and cloud maintaining consistent access to project information.

Drawing & Model Viewing

Views 2D drawings and 3D models directly in the browser without downloading files.

Version Control

Automatic version tracking with the ability to restore earlier file versions.

Search and Share Files

Search project content and documents, and share files using permission-based links.

Bridge

Share project data across projects or hubs so teams can collaborate while maintaining records.

Access Controls

Control who can view, upload, edit and manage project information across teams and folders.

Forma Data Management Essentials FAQ

What is Forma Data Management Essentials?

Forma Data Management Essentials is a cloud-based project workspace that helps AECO teams manage, organise and share project files. It provides core cloud collaboration capabilities such as document storage, drawing and model viewing, markups, and issue tracking while connecting AutoCAD, Revit and Civil 3D to consistent, accessible project data.

Who uses Forma Data Management Essentials?

Forma Data Management Essentials is designed for drafters, designers, architects, engineers, contractors and others who work in supported versions of AutoCAD, Revit or Civil 3D and need a simple, cloud-connected way to manage and collaborate on project data.

What’s the difference between Forma Data Management and Forma Data Management Essentials?

Forma Data Management Essentials includes core cloud-based document management and collaboration capabilities such as centralised storage, browser-based drawing and model viewing, markups, issue tracking, and controlled sharing.

Forma Data Management includes everything in Forma Data Management Essentials plus advanced capabilities such as document approvals, metadata-driven workflows, automation, Insights, and API access.

Forma Data Management Essentials is designed as a simple starting point for AECO teams. Forma Data Management supports more advanced project controls and workflows.

Can I log into Forma Data Management Essentials on multiple computers?

Yes, Forma Data Management Essentials can be installed on up to three computers but only the named user can sign in and use the software on a single computer at any given time.

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