Autodesk Forma Design Collaboration

Autodesk Forma Design Collaboration

Autodesk Forma Design Collaboration (formerly BIM Collaborate Pro) allows teams to co-author, coordinate and deliver designs with connected data and controlled workflows.

Features that Drive Connected Design

Design Package Exchange

Publish, compare and consume multidiscipline packages on a timeline to see who shared what, and when.

Automated Clash Detection

Detect conflicts across aggregated multidiscipline models, turning them into actionable issues to be resolved faster.

Change Analytics

Track and compare design changes with precision. Establish Watchgroups for automated alerts for faster, informed decisions.

Connected Issues

Identify, assign and resolve design issues faster across teams with clear accountability. Act directly in Revit or Navisworks.

Project Correspondence

Manage project comms in a connected space to keep data organised, link emails to project data and improve traceability.

Project Standards

Standardise projects with templates, controlled permissions, design assets and naming enforcement.

Bridge

Link cloud models across projects and accounts while maintaining ownership, security and automatic updates.

Insights

Examine key metrics and trends from design reviews and model coordination to track progress and monitor issues.

Design Review

Annotate PDFs and drawings in the cloud. Highlight issues, add comments and collaborate in real-time to streamline reviews.

Forma Design Collaboration FAQ

What is Forma Design Collaboration used for?

Forma Design Collaboration (formerly BIM Collaborate Pro) connects architecture, engineering and construction teams on a single platform to make collaboration simpler. It improves communication, accelerates project timelines and reduced rework and RFIs.

Who uses Forma Design Collaboration?

Forma Design Collaboration is used by AEC teams across disciplines, but is particularly useful for project managers, project architects, BIM leads and digital practice managers.

Is Forma Design Collaboration the new name for BIM Collab Pro?

Yes. BIM Collaborate Pro has evolved into Forma Design Collaboration as part of the Forma industry cloud. If you currently use Autodesk BIM Collaborate Pro, no action is required, and your access continue seamlessly under the new name.

Can I log into Forma Design Collaboration on multiple computers?

With a subscription for Forma Design Collaboration, you can install it on up to three computers or other devices. However, only the named user can sign in and use that software on a single computer at any given time.

What key workflows does Forma Design Collaboration support?

Forma Design Collaboration supports the following workflows; model coordination, change management, document management, design collaboration and meetings management.