As projects grow, AEC firms are rethinking data management and collaboration. This article outlines Egnyte’s six-stage Architecture Cloud Journey—a practical roadmap for moving from on-premise systems to secure, collaborative cloud environments. From assessment to continuous improvement, it shows how to streamline workflows, strengthen security, and future-proof with AI-ready infrastructure.

Moving to the Cloud: Egnyte’s Staged Approach for Architecture Firms

<div><img src="https://aecplustech.s3.amazonaws.com/blog/8852f611-4b32-425f-a739-e9fe37fcbb5c.png" alt="SaaS Founders: Are You Timing Your GTM Right?" width="1086"></div>
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As a former construction tech founder who built SaaS products, I've experienced the exhilarating journey of bringing innovative tech to life. I vividly remember the breakthrough moments, but also the times when our incredible solution wasn't connecting with our audience as quickly as we hoped. It wasn't just about the product itself; it was about the profound adoption and impact of when we truly started strategizing its market introduction. Many founders, especially in software or deep tech, have an incredible opportunity to redefine their path: they can transform GTM from a post-development task into a foundational launchpad for success. What if embracing this early focus is the most powerful move you can make?
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<h3 style="line-height: 1.5;">Are you truly uncovering your customer's deepest aspirations and challenges even before your design begins? </h3>
Imagine co-creating a solution that feels like a natural extension of your customer's work. What if you could gather firsthand insights from their daily realities, not just assumptions, months before your MVP takes shape? Moving beyond surface-level surveys allows you to tap into the core motivations that inspire adoption, especially for complex software with intricate integration potential. Think of the innovation sparked by an early, unfiltered conversation with a future user eager for a transformative digital tool.
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<h3 style="line-height: 1.5;">Is your message cutting through the noise and sparking genuine connection long before launch day? </h3>
In today's dynamic digital landscape, a clear, compelling story is your greatest asset. Your vision for a new analytics platform or project management tool might be perfectly clear within your engineering team, but what if you could refine that message early on to speak directly to a project manager's most critical needs on a bustling construction site? Imagine testing and perfecting this narrative before significant development resources are invested, ensuring maximum impact upon release.
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<h3 style="line-height: 1.5;">Are you strategically choosing the most impactful channels, building authentic pathways from your earliest stages? </h3>
While tech trends offer exciting possibilities, the most successful software go-to-market strategies aren't merely about following what's new. They're built on a deep, early understanding of where your specific, often niche, audience naturally seeks out new solutions. What if you could identify and engage with your future customers where they truly live and breathe, ensuring your innovative digital product connects precisely where it matters most, right from day one?
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<h2 style="line-height: 1.5;">Unlocking Exponential Growth: The Power of Proactive GTM </h2>
Consider the immense potential from a software perspective: companies that master proactive&mdash;and, critically, early&mdash;go-to-market strategies unlock incredible opportunities. They maximize their marketing investments, connect deeply with users, accelerate revenue growth, inspire their teams, and decisively lead their market segments. This isn't just about avoiding pitfalls; it's about building a robust foundation where every feature rollout is celebrated, and every capital investment drives widespread adoption.
Here's what truly excites me as a founder: the amplified opportunity. Every day your go-to-market strategy is actively evolving&mdash;and integrated from the outset&mdash;is another day you're building market leadership, nurturing invaluable customer relationships, and establishing yourself as the undeniable category leader. Imagine the competitive edge gained when your software development cycles are perfectly synchronized with market anticipation and demand.
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<h3 style="line-height: 1.5;">1. Begin with a clear-eyed vision of your strategic position, from the earliest concept phase </h3>
What aspects of your approach are currently driving significant value, and how can you amplify them? Successful go-to-market strategies are built on leaders who cultivate genuine progress, especially when launching a digital product designed with the market in mind, not in isolation.
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<h3 style="line-height: 1.5;">2. Cultivate profound customer understanding, before you even sketch your first wireframe </h3>
What if you could personally engage with early adopters to uncover their deepest needs and aspirations? Or better yet, gain invaluable insights from potential customers who are eager for a transformative software solution? Their perspectives on why an innovative approach will resonate can be more powerful than extensive market research, saving millions and inspiring a groundbreaking product.
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<h3 style="line-height: 1.5;">3. Validate your vision with agile, insightful experiments as early as possible </h3>
Instead of relying on one large, costly product launch, imagine the power of testing different messaging concepts or even interactive mock-ups with targeted audiences before committing to a full build. The early feedback, even from digital prototypes, provides invaluable guidance, illuminating the most promising path to scale.
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<h3 style="line-height: 1.5;">4. Harmonize your entire organization around the customer journey from day one </h3>
Is your engineering team crafting solutions precisely for the market your sales team is engaging? Is your marketing team narrating the same compelling story as your customer support? A unified message across all touchpoints creates a seamless experience, attracting prospects and boosting conversion rates, especially when presenting a sophisticated software solution that empowers and educates customers.
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&ldquo;The companies that truly thrive are not just those with exceptional products&mdash;they are the ones that inherently understand from the very beginning how to powerfully connect their innovative solutions with their customers' most urgent needs and ambitious goals.&rdquo;
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So here's the question that fuels immense success, particularly for software and deep tech founders: Are you ready to elevate your go-to-market strategy from a reactive checklist after product completion to the dynamic, foundational competitive advantage it truly is, integrating it into every single step of development? Your next quarter's triumphs&mdash;and your team's unwavering confidence&mdash;hinge on how you answer that question today, transforming your tomorrow.
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This article was written by&nbsp;Frank Schuyer. Frank is a Dutch commercial founder with 20+ years in AEC SaaS. He founded Xinaps, a cloud-based model checker, and exited to Solibri (Nemetschek) in 2024. Known for a collaborative style, he focuses on tactical/operational efficiency and great customer experiences.
Interested in a GTM chat? Contact: frank@sirrom.nl
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This article was written by Frank Schuyer, who brings firsthand experience as a founder in the software and SaaS world. In this piece, he explores how founders can unlock faster growth and stronger market traction by integrating go-to-market strategy (GTM) from the very beginning of product development—rather than treating it as an afterthought.

SaaS Founders: Are You Timing Your GTM Right?

<div>Engineering automation has moved from side scripts to everyday workflow. Teams want fewer handoffs and a way to turn hard-won know-how into tools they can share.To see what&rsquo;s practical, aec+tech spoke with <a href="../../../tools/viktor" target="_blank" rel="noopener">VIKTOR</a>&rsquo;s CPO, Stijn Jansen, about the new App Builder&mdash;an AI-assisted environment for generating browser-based apps with optional low/full-code edits. Built on VIKTOR&rsquo;s platform with versioning and private distribution, it aims to turn calculators, checks, and post-processing into governed, reusable apps. In this interview, Jansen explains why they built it, what sets it apart, and how engineers can get started.</div>
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<div>1) So, what exactly is the App Builder?</div>
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<div>The App Builder is an assistant that helps engineers rapidly create their own apps. From quick calculators to complex workflows. No coding required. Apps are easy to build, share, and integrate into existing projects.</div>
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<div>2) What challenges inspired the creation of the App Builder?</div>
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<div>Engineers across industries still spend too much time on manual tasks: copy-pasting data, repeating calculations, and handling disconnected models. Instead of solving real problems, their time is consumed by manual work. When they want to improve their way of working, they often depend on scarce developers or IT teams, creating bottlenecks that slow innovation.</div>
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<div>3) Why rethink how engineers work?</div>
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<div>Until now, automation and app-building have been limited to people with programming skills. But most engineers are no coding experts. Nevertheless, they know their own problems best and should be able to create the automation tools they need, when they need them. Empowering them to build their own apps makes automation and innovation part of everyday engineering.</div>
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<div>4) What gap does the App Builder fill?</div>
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<div>Coding environments are too technical for most domain experts, low-code platforms often produce &ldquo;toy apps,&rdquo; and standalone AI assistants lack governance and integration. The App Builder combines no-code, low-code, and full-code options in one secure, transparent, and enterprise-ready environment built for engineering. </div>
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<div>5) How does it empower engineers?</div>
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<div>The App Builder gives geotechnical, structural, mechanical, and environmental engineers a no-code environment to automate tasks, set up configurators, and link software. Direct integrations with tools like Revit, PLAXIS, Rhino, SCIA, ETABS, SAP2000, Grasshopper, Excel, and CAD platforms eliminate manual file handling and streamline workflows.</div>
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<div>6) What makes the App Builder unique?
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Unlike other no-code tools, the App Builder combines speed with enterprise-level quality assurance and governance.</div>
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<div>7) What kinds of problems can engineers solve with the App Builder?</div>
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Short answer: anything from quick calculators to governed, shareable workflows&mdash;without waiting on scarce developer time.
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Structural: build load/sizing calculators; rapid code checks.
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Geotechnical: automate design checks and reporting (e.g., PLAXIS post-processing).
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Mechanical: create product/configuration tools and parametric selectors.
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Environmental: run scenario analyses and generate standardized reports.
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Concrete example&mdash;turn analysis into a web app
Turn a recurring data-analysis task into a browser app: upload measurement or simulation data (e.g., an Excel file), run calculations, and instantly produce plots and a PDF report for teammates. For instance, to read acceleration data from Excel, you&rsquo;d specify the expected column names once; the App Builder handles parsing, validation, and output each time.
Prompt example (engineering check)
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Previously these tasks required weeks of IT support. Now they can be done in hours or days.&nbsp;
Want to see more real-world examples and join a live Q&amp;A? <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/events/aibuilderlaunch-automateenginee7375856853530079232/theater/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Sign up for our launch event on October 28th</a>
8) Can you share a real-world use case of the App Builder?
For example, at KBR, engineers have created everything from simple unit converters to advanced apps automating complex processes. These apps eliminate repetitive, error-prone tasks and make sophisticated workflows accessible to entire teams. KBR even runs workshops to spread the App Builder across their organization.
9) How does this fit into VIKTOR&rsquo;s vision of AI in engineering?
Our vision is simple: app-building should be part of every engineer&rsquo;s work. AI should help them move faster in a transparent, secure, and compliant way. The App Builder is the foundation of this vision: a place where engineers use their domain knowledge to create solutions, supported by AI and governed by enterprise standards.
10) What&rsquo;s next?
We&rsquo;re making app-building even faster with deeper AI assistance. Not just generating code but also testing and validating apps. More integrations are coming, and AI will increasingly become a transparent, reliable partner in everyday engineering practice.
11) How can engineers get started?
The easiest way is to experiment directly on the VIKTOR platform and just try to build a small app first. At the end of October, we&rsquo;re also hosting a live webinar where engineers can see the App Builder in action, explore real-world applications, and even try building themselves.
App-building is no longer limited to IT or coders. Every engineer can now create, share, and improve their own workflows with the freedom to innovate, and the enterprise-level control to ensure security and quality!
Ready to give it a try yourself? <a href="https://www.viktor.ai/sign-up?utm_source=aecplustech&amp;utm_campaign=app_builder" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Start building with the App Builder right now!</a>
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The VIKTOR App Builder is changing how engineers automate their work. Built on VIKTOR’s secure, enterprise-ready platform, it lets users turn calculations, checks, and post-processing tasks into shareable browser-based apps—no coding required. In this interview, CPO Stijn Jansen explains why the team created it, how it bridges no-code, low-code, and full-code workflows, and what it means for the future of AI-assisted engineering.

The VIKTOR App Builder: Putting Automation into Every Engineer's Hands

Discover how Solibri CEO Ville Kyytsönen is redefining BIM quality assurance in our latest aec+tech interview. From Solibri Office’s advanced rule-based model checking to the cloud-based CheckPoint with Revit, Autodesk Construction Cloud, and Procore integrations, learn how Solibri helps AEC teams reduce rework, improve compliance, and deliver higher-quality projects.

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With design and building cycles accelerating, architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) professionals are racing against time. qbiq.ai&nbsp;introduces a radical shift: from blank canvas struggles to fully viable, detailed design plans in minutes.
Unlike generic AI floor plan generators or "smoke and mirrors" automation tools that offer surface-level renderings that are unusable, qbiq.ai is purpose-built for professionals who need usable, build-ready outputs. <a href="https://www.qbiq.ai/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">qbiq</a>&rsquo;s system doesn't just sketch ideas; it delivers usable, BIM-compatible, and fully editable 2D, CAD and 3D architectural models that evolve with your project based on a huge data set of verified plans.
As one of the few AI solutions delivering fully usable CAD, BIM, and Revit outputs, qbiq ensures AEC professionals save both time and costs while reducing errors that slow down project delivery.
<h2 dir="ltr">A Unique AI Model, Built for Your Project</h2>
One of the most powerful capabilities qbiq offers is its "<a href="https://www.qbiq.ai/capabilities/customized-planning-engine" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Customized Planning Engine</a>", which builds an intelligent AI model around your specific goals and constraints. Instead of forcing your team to adapt to generic layouts or templates, qbiq adapts to you. By ingesting your project parameters, building specific geometry, design guidelines, operational flows, and compliance rules, it creates a context-aware engine that produces layouts tailored to your domain. Whether you&rsquo;re following internal brand standards or navigating local code requirements, your AI model is purpose-built to reflect those exact conditions.
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Every project powered by qbiq starts with our AI model and we generate customized, valid plans , tailored to your specific requirements. This isn&rsquo;t one-size-fits-all AI. qbiq generates solutions that align with your industry standards, spatial constraints, and regulatory guidelines from day one.
This model isn&rsquo;t static either. It evolves with you. As you refine and review, the system continues to learn and adapt, producing new layout variations, fine-tuning component placement, and adjusting flows to meet stakeholder feedback. It's not just iterative; it's intelligent iteration rooted in your specific needs.
<h2 dir="ltr">Visually Rich, Professionally Valid</h2>
Design excellence isn&rsquo;t just about layout and deliverability - it&rsquo;s also about presentation. qbiq doesn&rsquo;t stop at a 2D functional layout; it delivers highly visual, beautifully finished 3D environments that reflect your standards and elevate stakeholder engagement. With our <a href="https://www.qbiq.ai/capabilities/themes-finishes" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Themes &amp; Finishes</a> capability, every space generated includes customized visual treatments, from flooring and lighting schemes to furniture arrangements and brand-aligned finishes at a specific cost level.
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Fig. 2) AI applies selected finishes to plans and 3D views.
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This makes it easy to communicate potential, win buy-in faster, and deliver not just functional plans, but emotionally resonant spaces. Whether you're showcasing options to clients, executives, or internal teams, your spaces are rendered with aesthetic clarity -not generic white-box placeholders.
These important capabilities are in demand for organizations that want to ensure they are aligned with their corporate standards of aesthetic and functionality.&nbsp; By establishing the elements as the guiding principles, professionals can ensure all work is done in line with their demanding standards from the get-go.
<h2 dir="ltr">Seamless Collaboration and Revit-Ready Outputs</h2>
One of the most overlooked sources of project delay and misalignment in the AEC world is the disconnect between early-stage design and production-ready documentation. With qbiq.ai, that handoff is seamless. Every plan generated -whether it's a 2D layout or a 3D visual- is immediately usable by the entire project team.
Thanks to our built-in <a href="https://www.qbiq.ai/capabilities/revit-cad-model-generation" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Revit &amp; CAD Model Generation</a> capabilities, your outputs are delivered in native file formats that plug directly into existing BIM workflows. No re-drafting, no translation errors, no delays. These files are highly accurate and ready for immediate use. This reduces the typical friction between design and documentation, allowing architects, engineers, and contractors to move from concept to execution with confidence and speed.
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<figcaption>Fig. 3) Download a Future-Fit package: Revit and CAD files plus sheets.</figcaption>
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As a result there is less duplication of work, fewer handoff errors, and significantly faster timelines from idea to implementation&mdash;all while maintaining full design fidelity.
Integration with existing BIM workflows makes qbiq a practical upgrade, not a disruptive overhaul&mdash;teams can adopt quickly with minimal retraining.&rdquo;
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Fig. 4) Editable BIM model with linked documentation, ready for coordination.
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<h2 dir="ltr">From Usable Test Fit to Final Delivery</h2>
While many solutions on the market offer "design suggestions" that require substantial post-processing, qbiq delivers immediately usable outputs:
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Fully exportable 2D CAD drawings
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Immersive, editable 3D models
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In spec space planning by default
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This means you can skip the tedious setup in AutoCAD or Revit. The foundation is already solid. You&rsquo;re not fixing AI errors&mdash;you&rsquo;re refining viable options to perfection.
For a closer look at the platform in action, visit our <a href="https://www.qbiq.ai/technology" target="_blank" rel="noopener">technology page</a> or try out qbiq&rsquo;s solution by getting a tailored <a href="https://www.qbiq.ai/book-a-demo" target="_blank" rel="noopener">demo</a>.
<h2 dir="ltr">Automation That Accelerates and Enables</h2>
Qbiq redefines automation as enablement, not limitation. Once your initial model is generated, you retain full control. Want to tweak the break room size? Rotate a core block? Adjust furniture layouts to fit new constraints? Do it all, without starting over.
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Fig. 5) Generate dozens of compliant test-fit options in minutes.
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Unlike systems that lock users into pre-baked templates or force rework for minor changes, qbiq allows your team to move fluidly between automation and manual refinement. No wonder the largest industry players like Cushman &amp; Wakefield, JLL, M Moser, Skanska, Amtrust and more rely on qbiq.
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Our approach reflects the best in AI architectural design tools -providing AI-generated floor plans and enabling automated space planning that still respects the unique vision of each user.
<h2 dir="ltr">A Long-Overdue Shift in Architectural Technology</h2>
The last true revolution in architectural technology came with the transition from paper drawings to digital drafting tools like AutoCAD and Revit. That shift changed workflows&mdash;but not the fundamental structure of how projects begin. Architects and designers have remained responsible for setting up each project from scratch, manually interpreting requirements, building base models, and iterating over time-intensive tasks just to get to a usable concept.
Meanwhile, industries such as manufacturing, logistics, and finance have harnessed AI to dramatically increase quality, efficiency, and predictability. The AEC sector has lagged behind&mdash;until now.
qbiq.ai brings architectural design into the era of intelligent automation. Instead of merely drawing faster, qbiq enables professionals to begin with a viable, architectural-grade model that's customized to the project context. This leap forward allows AEC teams to:
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Accelerate early-phase design with AI-generated options
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Reduce redundant manual setup
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Minimize rework with architectural-grade foundations
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Spend more time solving design problems, not drafting them
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It&rsquo;s a timely evolution. As project complexity grows and deadlines shrink, firms that leverage this new class of AI tools will be positioned not just to keep up&mdash;but to lead.
<h2 dir="ltr">Designed for the Real Estate World</h2>
For corporate real estate teams managing global portfolios, qbiq standardizes planning outputs across markets and ensures compliance with local regulations. Whether you&rsquo;re a design-build firm, a commercial broker, or a facility manager, qbiq eliminates the front-loaded effort typically required to generate test fits and schematic designs. You go from project brief to tangible results in record time, freeing your team to focus on higher-value design and decision-making.&nbsp;
To explore how qbiq supports your team&rsquo;s specific workflows, visit our <a href="https://www.qbiq.ai/solutions/real-estate-service-providers" target="_blank" rel="noopener">solutions</a> and customer <a href="https://www.qbiq.ai/case-studies" target="_blank" rel="noopener">success stories</a>.&nbsp;
Why Real Estate is Aligning Behind qbiq&rsquo;s AI
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Not a blank canvas tool: No need to start from scratch every time.
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Not a smoke-and-mirrors AI: Real models, real outputs, real delivery.
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qbiq is empowering designers. By removing friction and enabling high-value work to happen faster, qbiq sets the new benchmark for AI space planning in the AEC world. This is the new standard for AI space planning software in the AEC world. This is <a href="../../tools/qbiq" target="_blank" rel="noopener">qbiq.ai</a>.

qbiq.ai is revolutionizing AEC design by transforming blank canvas challenges into fully build-ready, BIM-compatible plans in minutes. With customized AI models, Revit-ready outputs, and visually rich 3D environments, qbiq helps architects, engineers, and contractors accelerate design cycles, reduce rework, and deliver precise, compliant solutions faster.

From Blank to Build-Ready: How qbiq’s Custom AI Transforms Design for AEC Professionals

In today’s fast-changing AEC industry, firms face increasing pressure to deliver high-quality projects faster, while controlling costs and staying competitive. BIM Heroes was founded to help architects, home builders, developers, and design firms solve exactly this challenge. We are not a staffing agency that simply fills seats—we are a long-term production partner dedicated to supporting your design and documentation workflows from start to finish.

At BIM Heroes, our mission is clear: to provide scalable architectural drafting and BIM consulting services that allow firms of all sizes to focus on design innovation while we take care of production. By blending deep industry expertise, advanced Revit workflows, and a Global Delivery Center (GDC) model, we help AEC firms deliver projects with speed, accuracy, and consistency.

Why Firms Choose BIM Heroes

Many firms struggle with talent shortages, rising fixed costs, and long hiring cycles. Onboarding new staff often takes months, and training them to follow firm-specific standards requires even more time. At the same time, unpredictable workloads mean that principals and project managers are forced to juggle deadlines while trying to keep teams billable. This is where BIM Heroes steps in.

We act as an extension of your in-house team, offering the flexibility to scale up or down depending on project demand. Our professionals are trained on U.S. building codes, zoning regulations, and Revit standards, ensuring seamless integration into your existing workflows. With BIM Heroes, you gain access to a dedicated team of production experts who can start contributing within days—not months.

Our Services

We provide end-to-end architectural production and BIM consulting services, covering:

Design Documentation: From schematic design (SD) to construction documents (CDs), our teams deliver precise, Revit-based drawings and documentation that match your standards.

Permit & Construction Sets: Fast, accurate, and code-compliant permit drawings to help you meet deadlines.

BIM Consulting: Guidance on template standardization, BIM execution plans, model coordination, and quality control.

Production Support for Home Builders: Drafting, product development, design options, and scalable documentation for firms managing hundreds of homes annually.

Revit & Template Management: Streamlining workflows to reduce errors and improve efficiency across projects.

The BIM Heroes Advantage

Partnering with BIM Heroes gives firms clear, measurable benefits:

Lower Costs – Cut fixed expenses like salaries, benefits, and software licenses.

Scalable Growth – Adjust production capacity as projects ramp up or slow down.

Faster Onboarding – Skilled teams ready to adopt your workflows within days.

Consistency & Quality – Deliverables aligned with U.S. codes, firm templates, and industry best practices.

Long-Term Partnership – We are not a temporary solution. We aim to become an indispensable partner that grows with your firm.

Who We Work With

Our clients include:

Architecture Firms – From small studios balancing multiple deadlines to larger firms handling complex projects.

Home Builders & Developers – Particularly production builders managing 300+ homes per year, who need reliable drafting, design options, and permit sets.

AEC Firms & Contractors – Companies looking for BIM consulting, standardization, and model management support.

Building the Future Together

The AEC industry is evolving rapidly, with technology, talent availability, and project timelines changing every year. Firms that thrive are those who adopt smarter ways of working—ways that reduce overhead, improve efficiency, and allow principals to focus on growth.

BIM Heroes is more than a production outsourcing firm. We are your long-term partner in building scalable systems, delivering accurate documentation, and ensuring your projects meet deadlines without compromising quality.

With our Global Delivery Center model, you gain the best of both worlds: local standards with global efficiency.

BIM Heroes: Building smarter. Delivering faster. Scaling with you.

BIM Heroes

At BIM Heroes, we’re your behind-the-scenes team for digital construction. From design to documentation, we handle the BIM heavy lifting so you can stay focused on what you do best—creating, building, delivering.

Taisei Corporation

Morroni is a Munich-based Computational Design Studio operating at the intersection of architecture, design, and advanced technology. Combining expertise in parametric design, digital fabrication, DfAM, and automation, we develop custom workflows to solve complex design challenges across industries - from architecture and automotive to consumer, medical, and industrial applications. Our work spans computational and generative design, additive manufacturing, digital fabrication, and large-scale 3D printed architecture using sustainable materials. We also offer consulting, workshops, and automation strategies to help teams scale and innovate. At Morroni, we use algorithms and data-driven processes to shift the boundaries of what’s possible in design.

Morroni conducts innovative research and develops novel design methodologies and parametric systems.

The studio works across a wide range of fields from architecture and automotive to consumer, medical, and industrial applications.

Computational Design: We solve Complex Design problems with the help of code, algorithms, and advanced computer processing. Shifting the borders of what is possible.
// Enabling tailor-made efficient Design and Architecture
// Parametric Design
// Generative Design
// Iterative & Performative Models
// Complex Modelling
// Smart Patterns and Surface Texturing
// Dashboarding & Visualizations

Design for Additive Manufacturing - DfAM: With strong experience in Design for Additive Manufacturing, Architecture, and Construction, we solve problems from large scale additive manufacturing to custom Gcode and toolpath generation.
// Design for Additive Manufacturing
// Lattice Structures
// Custom Toolpath and Gcode Generation
// Design for 3DCP / FGF / SLS /

Design for Digital Fabrication: We are working towards closing the "Digital Chain" from design to fabrication with parametric 3D planning, optimization and digital production.
We take care of data preparation and ensure that all individual parts fit together.
// Closing the Digital Chain from Design to Production
// Design to Production
// Data driven Design
// Design Optimization & Rationalization

Automation & Mass Customization: Design at Scale. We help you to automate your design processes. Realizing true mass customization, configurators, and new design workflows tailored to your unique requirements using state-of-the-art generative tools.
// Design at Scale
// Design Automation
// Design Processes
// Reusable Workflows
// Batch Processing

Consulting & Workshops: With a background in academics and teaching we help and consult you to bring your digital planning, fabrication and automation processed to the next level.
// Consulting
// Workshops
// Teaching

3D Printed Architecture - Architectural Design: Morroni has developed design and Software solutions for 3D Printing multifunctional Architecture and interior applications from recycled materials, solving some of the most critical challenges of the construction industry today. 
// True Large Additive Manufacturing
// Functional Integrated Design
// Circular Building Solutions


Collaboration:
Morroni is a Munich-based Computational Design Studio where multiple disciplines come together. With experience in parametric design, architecture, digital fabrication, creative coding, DfAM, automation, and more, the studio pushes forward to bring complex ideas into reality.

Morroni conducts innovative research and develops novel design methodologies and parametric systems.
We are highly collaborative, working directly with clients or partnering with agencies worldwide to provide market-leading solutions.

NEVER NOT COMPUTING
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Morroni Computational Design

Morroni is a Munich-based Computational Design Studio where multiple disciplines come together. With experience in parametric design, architecture, digital fabrication, creative coding, DfAM, automation, and more, the studio pushes forward to bring complex ideas into reality.

About Trimble

Dedicated to the world’s tomorrow, Trimble is a technology company delivering solutions that enable our customers to work in new ways to measure, build, grow and move goods for a better quality of life. Core technologies in positioning, modeling, connectivity and data analytics connect the digital and physical worlds to improve productivity, quality, safety, transparency and sustainability. From purpose-built products and enterprise lifecycle solutions to industry cloud services, Trimble is transforming critical industries such as construction, geospatial, agriculture and transportation to power an interconnected world of work.

Our Mission
Since Charlie Trimble founded the company in 1978, Trimble has pursued a mission to transform the way the world works. Our customers are vital to the world's most essential industries—from building and maintaining our infrastructure to moving goods across global supply chains to measuring and mapping the world around us. Trimble products and services connect the physical and digital worlds, creating a better way for our customers to get hard work done.

Our History
Every brand has a story. Ours starts with Charlie Trimble and two others, who founded Trimble in Silicon Valley in 1978. Since day one, Trimble has continued to expand the power of our technology solutions to help customers work faster, safer and more efficiently across the world's most essential industries.

CEO Legacy
How do you build and grow a global technology company? According to Trimble's past and present CEOs, it's all about leadership, resilience and growth. Learn how the strategies and foresight of Charlie Trimble, Steve Berglund and current CEO Rob Painter have guided Trimble on its mission of transforming the way the world works.

AI at Trimble
Trimble's responsible approach to integrating artificial intelligence into technology opens new opportunities to optimize productivity across project workflows.From automating routine processes, to augmenting understaffed teams, to improving data-forward decision-making, Trimble engages AI to deliver better ways to work

Our Values

Belong. Grow. Innovate.

Our values are the central, underlying philosophies that guide our interactions with each other and how we do business. They create a foundation for inclusivity and influence the way we interact with each other, partners, customers and stakeholders.

Making an impact
At Trimble, we are committed to shaping a better future for our customers, our employees and our planet.

Shaping a sustainable future
Our sustainability priorities are integrated into our strategy. They drive us to build resilience, empower our people, and lead with integrity in all that we do.

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Website
https://www.trimble.com

Industry
Software Development

Company size
10,001+ employees

Headquarters
Trimble is headquartered in Westminster, Colorado, in the United States, where we serve customers worldwide. Our offices, fulfillment centers, manufacturing, services, research and development (R&D) centers and related facilities total more than 150 locations in over 30 countries, helping our customers thrive worldwide with local support.

Specialties
Transportation & Logistics, Building Design, Construction and Operation, Natural Resources, Utilities and Government, Geospatial, Survey & Engineering, Civil and Site Construction and Engineering, Optical and Laser Construction Tools, Mapping and GIS, Software, MEP, Engineering, Technology, Positioning, and Agriculture



Trimble

Trimble is an industrial technology company transforming the way the world works by delivering solutions that enable our customers to thrive. Core technologies in positioning, modeling, connectivity and data analytics connect the digital and physical worlds to improve productivity, quality, safety, transparency and sustainability. 

Vavetek.AI is a global pioneer headquartered in Singapore, transforming the construction landscape through advanced AI technology.

We deliver AI-powered solutions that redefine building design from the ground up. Our reach spans continents, ensuring that wherever you are, you have access to cutting-edge tools designed to optimize efficiency, enhance sustainability, and improve user comfort.

Flagship Products: Vavetek.AI offers a suite of intelligent BIM tools tailored to solve key pain points in construction coordination and design optimization:

1. BAMROC – AI-Powered Clash Resolution in BIM
BAMROC automatically identifies and resolves clashes within BIM models like architectural, structural and MEP models. Traditional methods of resolving clashes in BIM models involve time-consuming manual coordination and iterations. BAMROC delivers a fast, accurate, and seamless approach to resolving clashes in BIM models, setting a new benchmark for efficiency in pre-construction design.

Key benefits:

- Resolves complex design conflicts using AI
- Works seamlessly with existing BIM workflows

2. BAMDOC – Smart Clash Detection and Reporting
BAMDOC is an advanced BIM plugin designed for seamless MEP and Structure clash detection, offering automated reporting and an intuitive user experience. Whether you're an engineer, designer, or BIM coordinator, BAMDOC simplifies the process of identifying, analyzing, and documenting clashes in your BIM models.

Highlights:

- Generates clean, customizable reports for stakeholders
- Works hand-in-hand with BAMROC for a complete clash management cycle
- Provides a user-friendly interface for BIM engineers and project managers

3. CRDR BIM – Clash Resolution Diagnosis Report in BIM
CRDR BIM is a straightforward Navisworks plugin that streamlines the process of creating Clash Resolution Diagnosis Reports for Building Information Modeling (BIM) projects. It fits right into Navisworks, helping BIM managers and specialists manage workflows more effectively, simplify compliance reporting, and boost teamwork.

Key benefits:
- Automated clash resolution reporting between BIM model versions.
- Seamless Navisworks plugin integration for in-app reporting.
- Customizable clash categorization for precise tracking.

Industry Collaboration and Results
Vavetek.AI collaborates with major industry players to integrate AI into real-world construction workflows. A strategic partnership with Sanelac Consultants Pvt. Ltd, a renowned MEP firm, allows Vavetek.AI’s solutions to be tested and deployed on large-scale projects with measurable results.

One such project—a million sq. ft. hospital — used BAMROC to resolve over 1,100 clashes, achieving a 94% resolution rate in beta testing. This success highlights the software’s practical impact in reducing design coordination cycles and improving project delivery.

Vision and Leadership
The vision of Vavetek.AI is clear: automate 90% of building engineering design using AI. This transformative goal aims to replace outdated manual methods with AI-driven workflows, significantly enhancing productivity and coordination across disciplines.

Vavetek.AI was founded by Nitin Gupta, a veteran architect with more than three decades of experience designing and executing major urban projects—ranging from high-rise towers to smart cities. Nitin brings a rare combination of design insight and technological expertise, shaping the company’s roadmap with a deep understanding of both architecture and artificial intelligence.

Vavetek.AI is redefining the future of construction design through intelligent automation. With a suite of powerful tools—BAMROC for clash resolution, BAMDOC for clash detection and reporting, and CRDR BIM for construction drawing automation—the company delivers faster, more cost-effective, and error-free workflows for the AEC industry.

Backed by strong leadership, strategic partnerships, and a commitment to innovation, Vavetek.AI is well-positioned to lead the AI transformation in construction.

Explore more at: https://vavetek.ai

Vavetek.AI

A Singapore based B2B ConTech AI SaaS Startup Creating software for the global construction industry.

HitechDigital is a leading provider of BIM services, delivering technology-driven solutions tailored for the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry. With a strong focus on precision, efficiency, and collaboration, we help businesses streamline project planning, reduce costs, and enhance design accuracy. Our expertise in Building Information Modeling (BIM) ensures optimized workflows, improved project coordination, and data-driven decision-making at every stage of a project.

Comprehensive BIM Services for Optimized Project Execution
We provide end-to-end BIM solutions, enabling architects, engineers, and contractors to enhance project efficiency through accurate modeling, data integration, and seamless collaboration. Our core BIM services include:

BIM Consulting: Helping businesses implement BIM strategies for improved efficiency, compliance, and sustainability.
Clash Detection & Coordination: Identifying and resolving conflicts between architectural, structural, and MEP elements, reducing rework and costly errors.

Construction Simulation & Cost Estimation: Creating 4D and 5D BIM models for better project visualization, scheduling, and budgeting.
Point Cloud to BIM: Converting laser scan data into as-built BIM models for renovations, facility management, and heritage preservation.
BIM Automation: Automating repetitive design tasks to improve accuracy, efficiency, and workflow consistency.
Revit Family Creation: Developing high-quality parametric Revit families for architectural, structural, and MEP applications.
Precast Modeling: Enabling accurate modeling of precast concrete elements for improved constructability, faster installation, and reduced material waste.
Architectural Drafting and Detailing Services
Our architectural drafting services provide detailed and precise documentation to support architects, contractors, and builders throughout the design and construction process. These include:

Schematic Design & Documentation: Developing conceptual layouts and design validation documents to streamline the approval process.
Tender & Landscape Drawings: Creating detailed drawings for bid submissions, site planning, and landscape architecture.
Shop & Construction Drawings: Delivering precise and detailed drawings for accurate fabrication, assembly, and on-site execution.
Façade Drawings & Revit Drafting: Offering detailed façade documentation and BIM-integrated drafting services for better design coordination.
As-Built & Permit Drawings: Preparing comprehensive documentation for regulatory approvals, compliance, and project handover.
Model-Based Cost Estimation: Utilizing BIM models for accurate quantity take-offs, cost analysis, and resource planning.
Architectural 3D Modeling: Developing detailed 3D models to support visualization, spatial analysis, and design validation.
Advanced 3D Modeling and Visualization
To help businesses achieve greater design clarity, improved visualization, and seamless project execution, we offer high-quality 3D modeling services, including:
Revit 3D Modeling & Revit Family Creation: Developing intelligent BIM models and reusable parametric families for efficient design and documentation.
3D Interior & Exterior Modeling: Creating photorealistic renderings and immersive 3D models for enhanced project presentations and stakeholder approvals.
Presentation Modeling & 2D to 3D Conversion: Converting conceptual 2D sketches into detailed 3D models, improving accuracy and design communication.

At HitechDigital, we leverage cutting-edge tools, industry-leading methodologies, and best practices to provide precise, efficient, and scalable BIM solutions. Our expertise spans across architectural, structural, and MEP BIM services, ensuring seamless project coordination, risk mitigation, and data-driven decision-making.

With decades of experience, we help businesses:

Improve collaboration between project stakeholders.
Reduce project costs by minimizing errors, rework, and material waste.
Accelerate timelines through automation and optimized workflows.
Enhance project efficiency with intelligent BIM modeling, clash detection, and visualization.
Whether it’s BIM implementation, clash detection, cost estimation, or 3D modeling, we deliver high-quality, data-driven solutions that drive better project outcomes.

By adopting innovative technologies, adhering to international BIM standards, and continuously improving our processes, we help AEC professionals stay ahead of industry trends and enhance construction efficiency.

Partner with HitechDigital for Transformative BIM Solutions
At HitechDigital, we are committed to delivering excellence, accuracy, and innovation in every project. Our BIM expertise, combined with a deep understanding of architectural drafting and 3D modeling, ensures that we provide end-to-end solutions tailored to your specific needs.

Let’s work together to transform your BIM processes and achieve construction excellence!

Architectural BIM Services Provider

Architectural BIM Services improve design, planning & collaboration through intelligent 3D models. From concept to construction, BIM enhances visualization, accuracy, efficiency, reducing errors & optimizing project timelines for seamless execution.

Tejjy Inc. is an architectural engineering firm and a trusted partner in the AEC industry specializing in advanced 3D laser scanning, BIM, and VDC services. Our services focus on streamlining projects throughout their lifecycle for AEC companies, Designers, Structural Engineers, MEP Engineering companies, General Contractors and Construction managers, Product and Equipment manufacturers, and Facility Managers.  
 
Our technically proficient team delivers clash detection resolution, shop drawings, BIM execution plans, construction documentation, etc., tailored to your architectural vision. We offer services with Level of Detailing ranging from LOD 100 to LOD 500 across all construction and manufacturing typologies.  From design development and coordination to detailed architectural drawings and commercial project support, Tejjy Inc. offers a wide array of services including Facilities Operation Management, As Built Drawings, Construction Management, 3D Laser Scanning, BIM services, MEPF services, Revit family creation, and Scan to BIM services.
 
With 18 years of experience, 2500+ successful projects, and 800+ valued clients, we leverage our extensive expertise and state-of-the-art technology to deliver result-oriented solutions. We transform architectural dreams into built realities. Contact us today to experience our commitment to excellence and see how we can bring your projects to life. 


Tejjy Inc.

Tejjy Inc. is an architectural engineering firm and a trusted partner in the AEC industry specializing in advanced 3D laser scanning, BIM, and VDC services. With 18 years of experience, 2500+ successful projects, and 800+ valued clients, we leverage our extensive expertise and state-of-the-art technology to deliver result-oriented solutions.

Tejjy is a Women Minority Business Enterprise (MBE/DBE/WBE) on the GSA Schedule as well as Women-Owned Small Business(WOSB). Being a leading Architectural Engineering Design Solution provider we adopt BIM VDC technology for premium quality designs. With over 17 years of experience, our doors have valued every client and delivered customer centric services with 100% satisfaction and quality assurance. Our 3D Laser Scanning Services have supported a wide range of professionals including architects, asset managers, MEP engineers, etc. across 150+ million square feet of projects, with ongoing excellence. 

Tejjy Team has successfully completed more than 2500 projects in commercial, residential, infrastructural sectors over the years. The professionals in the AEC industry rely on us for a wide range of (Building Information Modeling) BIM services that add value and enhance their projects. We have a team of talented architects, engineers, MEP consultants, and BIM Modelers who make Tejjy truly multidisciplinary. Since 2006, we’ve come a long way. We began as a G & S concrete cutting company, then transitioned into CAD, BIM, and digital construction. We’ve expanded our scope to include Facility Management over the years

Tejjy Inc

Tejjy is a Women Minority Business Enterprise (MBE/DBE/WBE) on the GSA Schedule as well as Women-Owned Small Business(WOSB). Being a leading Architectural Engineering Design Solution provider we adopt BIM VDC technology for premium quality designs. With over 17 years of experience, our doors have valued every client and delivered customer centric services with 100% satisfaction and quality assurance.

Founded in 2007, Advenser is a trusted engineering service partner to the construction industry. Whether you are a builder, a general contractor or an architect, Advenser can fulfill your project requirements with tailored and customized solutions ranging from design development to As-built BIM modeling. With its engineering center located in India and well established in the USA, UAE, and Australia, Advenser delivers a proven combination of accuracy, affordability, and timeliness in all of its project undertakings.

Advenser Engineering Services

Advenser is a globally leading VDC/BIM and CAD service provider catering to the BIM & Drafting needs of the AEC industry. We work alongside Engineers, Architects, Project owners, GCs & Contractors spread across the globe, offering them BIM, VDC, VR, and Construction management services. With our engineering center located in India and Business offices in The USA, The Middle East, and Australia, we can be the one-stop solution for the CAD & VDC/BIM needs of the AEC industry. 
The East Stroudsburg University (ESU) partners with Advenser to offer a joint certificate in BIM Training. The course provides insight into the impact of digitalization, lean and collaborative approaches on the delivery and use of built assets.  


Trammell Crow Company’s teams are dedicated to building value for its clients with professionals in 26 major cities throughout the United States and Europe. 

Trammell Crow Company

Trammell Crow Company (TCC), founded in 1948, is a global commercial real estate developer having developed or acquired nearly 2,900 buildings valued at $75 billion and over 655 million square feet

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Drawing upon our collective experience of delivering BIM and information solutions to the construction sector we help organisations liberate building design data so it can be useful and commercially beneficial to all

xbim

Creators of xbim Toolkit and Flex - enabling OpenBIM workflows across the world

ModCity was founded by LiPS life.people.space, Connix RDBM Architects, Big Picture and Robin Seijdel. Robin is the main face behind ModCity. He has a background in Sustainable Urban Development and has contributed to the development of several Decision Su

ModCity

Urban development is often biased towards either speed, costs or quality, seldom reaching an optimum.  ModCity supports your projects with a set of integral 3D-tools that directly link your design or urban massing study to financial and other calculation 

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ARES Kudo: The Cloud-Based CAD Solution Empowered by AI In the rapidly evolving world of computer-aided design (CAD), ARES Kudo has emerged as a game-changing cloud-based solution. Developed by Berlin-based software company Graebert, ARES Kudo is the first online CAD software to reach feature parity with AutoCAD LT, making it a strong alternative for professionals looking for flexible and collaborative drafting tools. With its modern ribbon user interface and more than 300 CAD features, ARES Kudo enables seamless transitions from traditional CAD environments while introducing innovative cloud collaboration capabilities. One of the most significant recent advancements in ARES Kudo is the integration of artificial intelligence (AI). Graebert has introduced A3, an AI-powered assistant designed to enhance user experience, optimize workflows, and provide real-time guidance. Unlike generic AI chatbots, A3 is specifically trained in CAD applications, offering expert support tailored to users’ needs. A3: The AI-Powered CAD Assistant Artificial intelligence has become an integral part of daily life, from navigation apps to automated customer support. In the CAD industry, AI's potential is now being realized through tools like A3. Initially launched within ARES Commander, A3 is now fully integrated into ARES Kudo, bringing AI-driven assistance directly to users working in the cloud. A3’s capabilities go beyond simple query responses. The AI assistant helps users locate commands within ARES Kudo’s interface, provides step-by-step guidance on using features, and offers best practices for CAD design. For professionals transitioning from other platforms like AutoCAD, A3 simplifies the learning curve by instantly pointing out feature locations. For example, users can type “Where is the PDF Import?” and A3 will highlight the relevant tool within the interface. A3 also functions as an advanced knowledge source for CAD professionals, offering technical advice, design recommendations, and even industry-specific best practices. Whether users are looking for ways to streamline workflows or need assistance with a particular command, A3 serves as an on-demand expert. Beyond guidance, A3 can perform time-saving tasks such as unit conversions, text translations, and quick calculations. Its multilingual capabilities make it even more accessible, allowing users to communicate with the AI assistant in languages such as English, Spanish, French, German, and Japanese. Unlike traditional customer support, which may take hours or days to provide answers, A3 delivers instant responses, significantly improving productivity. A Cloud-Based Alternative to AutoCAD LT ARES Kudo’s introduction of A3 is part of a broader effort to position itself as a leading online CAD platform. With a feature-rich environment and a familiar ribbon UI, ARES Kudo now matches AutoCAD LT’s functionality while offering additional benefits unique to cloud-based solutions. One notable enhancement is its support for dynamic blocks, which ensures compatibility with AutoCAD files and facilitates seamless collaboration between different software environments. Additionally, the integration of the Trinity Block Library provides access to over 450 pre-built dynamic blocks, further boosting efficiency. By combining cloud accessibility with AI-driven support, ARES Kudo is redefining the CAD experience. Users can now enjoy a powerful, intelligent, and collaborative design environment, making ARES Kudo a compelling choice for professionals seeking innovation and efficiency in their CAD workflows. Learn more about the powerful solution here: https://graebert.pxf.io/JKJgyv

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EGNYTE CONTENT CLOUD Unlock the full potential of your mission-critical content by simplifying collaboration, improving productivity with AI, and addressing information governance. PLATFORM The Egnyte Platform provides robust, secure, and compliant infrastructure that can be customized and scaled to match your business needs. Faster Time to Value Egnyte delivers immediate value with little or no customization but can tailor its offering to meet your business needs and integrate with your environment. Trusted by IT Leaders Thousand of IT leaders appreciate Egnyte&rsquo;s ease of deployment combined with a secure and compliant architecture. Loved by End-users End-users love working with Egnyte because of its accessibility from wherever they work, without forcing them to alter established processes and behavior. COLLABORATION Collaborate on mission-critical content with distributed teams working from an office, from home, or on the go. Collaborate Efficiently Empower teams to work efficiently and confidently, accelerating project timelines while protecting valuable content. Manage Complex Files Efficiently collaborate on mission-critical content and empower teams that work with large, complex files (up to 250 GB) in the cloud. Streamline Workflows Enhance workflows, improve productivity, drive project momentum, and ensure secure interactions across teams and partners. INTELLIGENCE Drive productivity and innovation with private and secure AI grounded in your company's data. Get fast answers, surface insights, create summaries, and perform actions via a simple, intuitive interface built into users&rsquo; workflows. Private Egnyte&rsquo;s AI respects your governance model and adheres to user-specific permissions, protecting your data with stringent privacy, compliance, and security standards. Purposeful Get accurate, relevant, and traceable answers from your data, with complete control over data sources and AI prompts. Practical Integrate AI seamlessly into existing workflows without moving data out of Egnyte, eliminating the need for new tools or special skills. GOVERNANCE Proactively Address Rapidly Evolving Cyberthreats and Manage Compliance Requirements Defend Against Ransomware Proactively manage the threat of ransomware; detect known ransomware artifacts; keep pace with rapidly-evolving ransomware variants; take immediate action when users experience attacks; and recover quickly from successful attacks using Snapshot Recovery. Protect Sensitive Content Identify and review sensitive content including Personally Identifiable Information (PII), Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI-DSS) data, and Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI); take immediate corrective action to protect exposed data; strengthen your compliance with global data privacy regulations such as GDPR and CPRA; and continuously improve sensitive data protection. Manage Regulatory Compliance Comply with cybersecurity and data privacy standards, such as CMMC, ISO 27001, and the CPRA; detect data that&rsquo;s subject to compliance and data privacy standards; keep pace with rapidly-evolving international privacy and cybersecurity standards; and benefit from Egnyte&rsquo;s deep compliance experience. Remediate Security Issues Mitigate risk associated with common security vulnerabilities like publicly exposed document links and potential ransomware; automatically respond to suspicious Egnyte login attempts; and enable your team to focus on threats most likely to significantly impact your company. Keep Data Confidential Create virtual data rooms (VDRs) for secure collaboration with external entities; generate Document Rooms in support of M&amp;A, asset sales, and investment fundraising initiatives; watermark previewed files to limit the risk of data breaches; gain real-time insights into users&rsquo; document access activity; and terminate external entities&rsquo; access when projects are completed, for peace of mind.

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SWAPP is an innovative AI product that automates repetitive tasks in the architectural documentation and modeling processes, enabling architects to focus on design and vision. It analyzes a firm's previous projects, extracts design habits, and annotation practices, and develops personalized rule sets and algorithms. These are then used to automate the creation and annotation of architectural documentation for new projects, maintaining high standards without compromising quality. Swapp is an AI-powered platform designed to streamline and automate the planning and design phases of construction projects. By leveraging artificial intelligence, Swapp helps architects, developers, and construction professionals create detailed, high-quality construction documents with greater efficiency and accuracy. One of Swapp&rsquo;s key strengths is its ability to generate full drawing sets, including floor plans, elevations, and MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing) layouts, significantly reducing the time and effort required for manual drafting. Instead of relying on traditional CAD and BIM workflows, Swapp automates these processes, helping teams optimize their designs while maintaining compliance with building codes and project requirements. The platform is particularly useful for large-scale developments, where managing multiple design iterations can be time-consuming and prone to errors. By using AI to analyze project parameters and generate construction-ready plans, Swapp enables teams to focus on design intent rather than getting caught up in repetitive documentation tasks. Swapp also integrates with existing BIM software, allowing users to work seamlessly with the tools they already use while benefiting from AI-driven automation. This makes it an attractive solution for firms looking to enhance productivity without overhauling their entire workflow. Beyond automation, Swapp emphasizes collaboration, providing cloud-based access to project data and allowing teams to work together more effectively, whether in the office or remotely. In an industry where efficiency, cost reduction, and speed are critical, Swapp presents a compelling solution for modernizing the pre-construction process. By automating design and documentation, it not only saves time but also helps reduce human error, leading to more accurate and efficient project execution. Powered by AI and created by architects, data scientists, and LLM experts, SWAPP improves delivery time, boosts profitability, and ensures accuracy. It seamlessly integrates with existing workflows, empowering architects to embrace the new era of AI securely and efficiently.

SWAPP is easily accessible by your preferred BIM software.

SWAPP AI seamlessly integrates with your cloud BIM storage.

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Qbiq is reshaping how commercial spaces are planned and visualized by leveraging advanced artificial intelligence. This innovative platform enables landlords, brokers, architects, and developers to generate test fits, floor plans, 3D walkthroughs, and material estimates in just minutes. By automating what typically takes weeks, Qbiq significantly reduces time to lease and design while increasing accuracy and scalability. Designed to work with common file formats like PDFs, CAD, and DWG, Qbiq allows users to upload floor plans, set programming requirements, and instantly receive multiple layout options. Each layout comes with full documentation&mdash;editable CAD files, BIM-ready Revit models, and rendered 3D tours&mdash;making the platform a powerful tool from concept to delivery. One of Qbiq&rsquo;s biggest advantages is its ability to support layout customization based on user-defined rules, including department sizes, adjacency preferences, and branding standards. The AI also provides quantity takeoffs, such as furniture counts and material data, helping teams better understand cost implications from the start. By streamlining both visualization and documentation, Qbiq empowers real estate professionals to move from plan to action faster and with greater confidence. The company has already made a global impact. With over 400 million square feet of AI-generated designs and clients in more than 60 countries, Qbiq has proven its value across markets. Real estate firms using Qbiq report 40% faster leasing cycles and significantly higher efficiency. For example, Colliers Japan reduced its turnaround time for test fits to under 24 hours, dramatically improving client service and deal velocity. Qbiq integrates seamlessly into existing workflows and exports fully editable plans, enabling architects and designers to build on AI-generated layouts rather than start from scratch. It also features enterprise tools like admin dashboards, user management, and custom planning engines tailored to specific corporate or project requirements. Backed by top-tier investors including Insight Partners and JLL Spark, Qbiq recently closed a $16 million Series A funding round, following a $10 million seed round in 2023. The platform is rapidly gaining traction among leading architecture firms, design studios, and property management companies looking to scale operations, improve client engagement, and accelerate space planning. Qbiq&rsquo;s combination of AI automation, customizable design logic, and real-time visualization offers a transformative approach to commercial space planning. Whether used for office fit-outs, coworking layouts, or landlord test fits, the platform delivers fast, data-driven results that align with real-world needs. Its ability to combine speed, accuracy, and design flexibility makes it a standout solution for the modern built environment. As the architecture and real estate industries continue to embrace digital transformation, Qbiq is positioned as a leader in AI-powered design technology. By reducing friction in the planning process and enabling better decision-making, it is helping reshape how commercial spaces are imagined and delivered.

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Blueprints AI: Revolutionizing Construction Documents with Artificial Intelligence for the AEC Industry Blueprints AI is an innovative, AI-powered platform that is transforming the way construction documents are created across the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry. By harnessing advanced machine learning models trained on zoning laws, building codes, space planning logic, and design standards, Blueprints AI automates the generation of accurate, professional, and code-compliant drawing sets &mdash; helping AEC professionals reduce costs, save time, and eliminate tedious drafting work. In a field where speed, precision, and compliance are critical, Blueprints AI delivers unmatched efficiency by eliminating bottlenecks traditionally associated with construction documentation. 🔍 What Is Blueprints AI? Blueprints AI is a cloud-based, intelligent design assistant built specifically for architects, developers, contractors, and AEC consultants. With just a few inputs &mdash; such as project type, property address, and basic design preferences &mdash; users can generate construction-ready documents like floor plans, title sheets, and zoning-aware layouts in just minutes. Unlike template-based tools, Blueprints AI uses context-aware AI logic, trained on jurisdictional patterns and real-world AEC datasets, to ensure that every output aligns with local zoning regulations and design constraints. This makes it an ideal solution for residential projects, accessory dwelling units (ADUs), and small commercial developments. 🧠 Key Features of Blueprints AI Blueprints AI is purpose-built to automate, simplify, and optimize the production of construction drawings. Key features include: -AI-Trained Code Awareness: Understands and applies local zoning rules and building codes without relying on third-party data scraping. - Automated Drawing Generation: Instantly generate title sheets, floor plans, site plans, and scope of work summaries. - Smart Editing: Modify dimensions, construction types, layout preferences, and see regeneration of documents. - Change Tracking &amp; Version Control Automatically logs updates and previous versions to support team workflows and approvals. - Use any device No installation needed &mdash; accessible from anywhere, scalable for teams, and built for speed. - AI-Powered Feasibility Snapshots Quickly evaluate what can be built on a lot, including basic zoning summaries and layout options. 🎯 Who Should Use Blueprints AI? Whether you're part of a lean design team or a growing construction firm, Blueprints AI provides tangible benefits to multiple AEC stakeholders: Architects &amp; Designers Eliminate repetitive CAD drafting, explore design options faster, and focus more on creativity and strategy. Developers &amp; Property Owners Instantly evaluate site feasibility and obtain construction documents without the delays and costs of traditional drafting processes. Contractors Receive accurate, buildable plans to kick off estimation, material takeoffs, and subcontractor coordination without waiting on architects. AEC Teams &amp; Consultants Streamline pre-construction workflows, generate standard drawing sets quickly, and improve communication between disciplines. 🚀 Why Blueprints AI Stands Out in the AEC Tech Landscape Blueprints AI is not just another automation tool &mdash; it&rsquo;s a purpose-built, intelligent assistant designed to align with real-world architectural workflows. Here&rsquo;s what makes it different: - Generates construction documents in hours instead of weeks - Trained specifically on zoning codes, not dependent on static templates - Designed for feasibility, speed, and permitting accuracy - Works seamlessly with cloud workflows and future BIM integrations In an age where time-to-permit and documentation speed can define a project's success, Blueprints AI gives AEC professionals a strategic edge by removing bottlenecks early in the design-build process. 🔗 Experience Blueprints AI for Your Next Project Discover the power of automated, AI-enhanced construction documentation. Whether you're a solo practitioner or a full-service AEC firm, Blueprints AI can help you work faster, smarter, and more competitively. 👉 Visit https://blueprints-ai.com to schedule a demo and explore how Blueprints AI is reshaping the future of architectural design and construction documents.

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D5 Render is a leading real-time rendering solution that revolutionizes the architectural and design workflows. Powered by AI-driven and cutting-edge technologies, D5 empowers architects, designers, and visualization artists to work more efficiently and collaboratively, accelerating creation while ensuring consistently accurate and photorealistic results. -Best balance between speed and quality -Seamless integration with your favorite design workflow -User-friendly for designers, architects, visualizers, and archviz animation professionals alike -Free access and a cost-effective teams subscription option D5 Render is transforming the world of architectural visualization by bringing real-time rendering into everyday workflows&mdash;without sacrificing quality. Designed with architects, designers, and visual storytellers in mind, D5 combines high-speed GPU processing with an intuitive interface, allowing users to create photorealistic renderings, animations, and walkthroughs almost instantly. Unlike traditional rendering engines that require long wait times and technical know-how, D5 simplifies the process through real-time preview and rendering capabilities. Users can drag and drop assets, make lighting and material adjustments on the fly, and see results in seconds&mdash;all while working within a seamless, responsive environment. It also supports live sync with popular modeling tools like SketchUp, Rhino, Revit, and Archicad, streamlining the design-to-render workflow. What sets D5 apart is not just its speed, but also its ability to handle large, complex scenes with remarkable performance. Its AI-powered denoising engine and built-in library of assets&mdash;including vegetation, lighting, and materials&mdash;help elevate visualization without external plugins or post-production tools. Architects and design firms using D5 report significant time savings, improved client communication, and enhanced design decision-making. By eliminating the barrier between modeling and rendering, D5 allows teams to visualize concepts earlier and with greater clarity&mdash;ultimately leading to better outcomes. For firms working on tight deadlines or aiming to elevate their presentations, D5 offers a powerful solution that redefines what&rsquo;s possible in real-time rendering. It&rsquo;s not just a tool&mdash;it&rsquo;s becoming a core part of the modern architectural tech stack. Check out our latest article: https://www.aecplustech.com/blog/rendering-redefined-d5-real-time-revolution-architects-design-firms

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ARES is a modern, feature-rich CAD software that serves as a leading AutoCAD alternative for professionals working with 2D drafting and 3D modeling in the industry-standard DWG file format. Developed by Graebert, ARES combines power, flexibility, and affordability—making it an ideal solution for architects, engineers, designers, and construction professionals seeking a more cost-effective, high-performance CAD platform. With a growing global footprint, ARES is trusted by some of the world’s most prominent companies. Among its users are three of Japan’s top five construction groups, as well as globally recognized manufacturers such as LG, Hyundai, and Samsung. Its robust feature set supports the complex demands of design, engineering, and construction workflows, offering seamless collaboration and precision. ARES also serves as the underlying technology for other leading CAD solutions. It powers DraftSight by Dassault Systèmes, a popular CAD software for 2D design, and Onshape Drawings, the drawing module within the cloud-native Onshape CAD platform. These partnerships highlight ARES’s reliability, scalability, and integration capabilities across different design environments. As a truly cross-platform CAD solution, ARES is available on Windows, macOS, and Linux, with additional cloud and mobile access through ARES Kudo (web-based) and ARES Touch (mobile app). This ensures design professionals can work seamlessly across devices and locations, with real-time syncing and collaboration tools. With its DWG compatibility, modern interface, and flexible subscription-based licensing model, ARES offers a compelling alternative to traditional CAD tools—without sacrificing performance or productivity. Whether you're migrating from AutoCAD or starting fresh with a new CAD workflow, ARES delivers the tools you need to design faster, collaborate smarter, and lower your total cost of ownership. Discover why ARES is the next-generation DWG CAD software for today’s professionals. DWG Compatibility: ARES Commander works directly with DWG files, making it a good option for users familiar with other CAD software that uses this format. Part of the ARES Trinity: ARES Commander is the desktop component of Graebert's Trinity, which also includes cloud-based ARES Kudo and mobile ARES Touch. This allows for seamless workflows across devices. Productivity Features: ARES Commander includes features like Power Trim, Dimension Palette, and Layer Tools, designed to enhance user productivity. Customization: Users can customize their workspaces and user interfaces to suit their preferences. Collaboration: The ARES Trinity enables collaboration features, allowing users to share, view, and edit drawings across different platforms and devices. Cloud Integration: ARES Commander integrates with popular cloud storage services like Box, Dropbox, Google Drive, and iCloud. BIM Features: ARES Commander also includes BIM (Building Information Modeling) features, allowing users to import and view Revit and IFC files, extract 2D drawings, and extract BIM information into tables. Licensing: ARES Commander offers perpetual, annual, or flex licenses, and a single license can be used across multiple computers with different operating systems.

Modern workflows leveraging cloud and mobile to synchronize the work across all your users and devices.

CAD Anywhere: Desktop CAD (Windows, Mac, Linux), Cloud CAD (runs in your Internet browser), and Mobile CAD (Android tablets/smartphones and iOS iPhone/iPad).

With the DWG for BIM features in ARES Commander, users can create smarter CAD drawings whose geometry can be extracted and updated from Revit and IFC BIM projects.

ARES Commander - Desktop CAD: All the 2D and 3D features needed to create and modify DWG drawings on Windows, macOS, and Linux.

ARES Kudo - Online CAD: Create and modify DWG drawings online, and enjoy new collaboration features to comment with voice, photos, text notes, and stamps.

ARES Touch - Mobile CAD: A full set of 2D features to create, modify, and annotate DWG drawings on your Android smartphone/tablet and iOS iPhone/iPad with unique collaboration features to markup with voice, photos, text notes, and stamps.

ARES Trinity by Graebert

The ARES Trinity of CAD software encompasses three integrated software products: ARES Commander, ARES Kudo, and ARES Touch.

BQE CORE is an all-in-one, cloud-based platform purpose-built for architecture and engineering (A&amp;E) firms by professionals who understand the realities of the industry&mdash;because it was designed by an architect and an engineer. It empowers firms to manage every aspect of their operations in one place, including project management, accounting, time and expense tracking, billing and invoicing, project-based ERP, and professional services automation.
One of the biggest challenges for A&amp;E firms is balancing high-quality project delivery with the administrative demands of running a business. BQE CORE addresses this by streamlining operations, automating repetitive tasks, and organizing critical information so teams can focus on serving clients instead of managing internal processes. By expediting billing, improving project oversight, and providing deeper performance insights, CORE helps firms strengthen cash flow while optimizing efficiency and profitability.
A Platform Built for AEC Workflows
CORE&rsquo;s origins set it apart&mdash;it was first developed to solve the challenges within its founder&rsquo;s own architecture firm. That real-world experience shaped a solution that aligns with how architects and engineers actually work. CORE integrates front-office activities like project management and CRM with back-office processes such as time and expense tracking, invoicing, accounting, and HR. This creates a seamless workflow and reduces the friction of switching between multiple systems. With the BQE mobile app, firm leaders and teams can access full functionality from anywhere, ensuring flexibility and responsiveness.
Data-Driven Decision Making
CORE provides real-time visibility into key performance indicators, enabling firm leaders and project managers to make better-informed decisions. From high-level firm health metrics to detailed project profitability views, users can drill down into essential numbers such as utilization, realization, overhead, and runway. Project managers can track P&amp;L across clients, phases, and employees, identify where profits are slipping, and make timely adjustments. Accurate time tracking and automated expense capture ensure every billable hour and cost is accounted for, eliminating revenue leakage and improving overall project outcomes.
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This construction project involved a 150,000 sq. ft. residential and commercial building including 140 multi-family dwelling units with 15% MPDUs as well as 7,000 square feet of retail space along the Arlington Road property frontage.

MEP BIM Case Study - 7001 Arlington Road

Revit is a Building Information Modeling (BIM) software developed by Autodesk, widely used across architecture, engineering, and construction disciplines. It allows users to design, model, and document buildings and infrastructure in a single, coordinated environment. In Revit, every element in a project is part of an interconnected database. Changes made to one view&mdash;such as a plan, elevation, or section&mdash;are automatically reflected in all other views of the model. This parametric relationship ensures consistency and reduces the risk of errors in documentation.
<h2 data-start="760" data-end="782">Core Capabilities</h2>
Revit supports both 2D drafting and 3D modeling, but its primary strength lies in its data-rich modeling environment. Each object in Revit is not just geometry; it carries information about its physical properties, materials, and relationships to other components. Revit includes tools for architectural design, structural engineering, and MEP (mechanical, electrical, plumbing) systems, enabling multiple disciplines to work within the same model.
The software also allows for the creation of schedules, material takeoffs, and detailed construction documentation directly from the model. Because Revit stores all information in one file, edits are reflected across all drawings, schedules, and sheets automatically. This feature is particularly valuable for coordinating complex projects where multiple people and teams are contributing to the design.
<h2 data-start="1643" data-end="1674">Collaboration and Workflow</h2>
Revit is designed to support collaboration in various forms. Worksharing enables multiple team members to work on a single project file simultaneously, with a central model managing updates. For distributed teams, Revit can integrate with cloud-based platforms like Autodesk BIM Collaborate Pro, allowing real-time collaboration across locations.
Revit also facilitates interoperability with other software used in the AEC industry. It supports import and export in multiple formats, including DWG, IFC, and DGN, and can connect with analysis tools for energy performance, structural analysis, and daylight simulations. Its API (Application Programming Interface) allows for customization and automation through tools like Dynamo, enabling advanced workflows and repetitive task automation.
<h2 data-start="2473" data-end="2500">Practical Applications</h2>
In architecture, Revit is used for conceptual design, detailed design development, and construction documentation. Engineers use Revit for structural analysis and to coordinate MEP systems with architectural and structural elements. Contractors and project managers use Revit models for quantity takeoffs, construction sequencing, and clash detection, ensuring fewer conflicts on site.
Revit is also applied in facility management, as the detailed model can serve as a digital twin of the completed building, providing valuable data for operations and maintenance.
<h2 data-start="3073" data-end="3085">Summary</h2>
Revit provides a unified environment where design, documentation, and analysis coexist in one coordinated model. Its parametric nature, data integration, and multi-disciplinary capabilities have made it a standard in the AEC industry. Whether used for designing a single-family home or a large-scale infrastructure project, Revit enables teams to work more precisely, maintain consistency across outputs, and manage complex building information in an organized way.

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Giraffe was rolled out to all of TCC’s offices in the U.S. Having Giraffe accessible to TCC’s development team will save weeks of work across hundreds of projects a year.

Trammell Crow Company (TCC), a global real estate developer, engaged Giraffe to save their development teams valuable time when assessing dozens of sites for potential development.
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“We were in need of a tool set that gave our team an edge when exploring new development opportunities, especially since we would often review dozens of sites at a time to find the best option. By implementing Giraffe, our team was able to move at a faster speed when analyzing opportunities – our ability to assess a site went from weeks to hours with virtually no consultant involvement. Having this time back is incredibly valuable to our team and our business.” – Andrew Wallace, Senior Development Manager, TCC

After a six-month pilot program, Giraffe was rolled out to all of TCC’s offices in the U.S. The system is used to save TCC’s team valuable time and as a powerful communication device, bringing visual clarity to the firm’s pursuit process and stopping ideas from getting lost in
translation.

While Giraffe has unlocked significant success at TCC, this could only have been made possible by TCC’s appetite for continuous innovation. Having Giraffe accessible to TCC’s development team will save weeks of work across hundreds of projects a year, which translates into several years worth of development time in a single year.

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Trammell Crow Company - Andrew Wallace, Senior Development Manager

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Giraffe allows you to draw, automate parts of your design, analyze your design outcomes and accelerate your processes. Map, Pencil, Calculator Quick and Precise. Follow your instincts. Draw a massing in position in seconds. Smart and connected. Easily manage your assumptions and define custom metrics. Instant Analysis. As you sketch, Giraffe shows you up-to-date yields to assess your design. Collaborate Seamlessly. Work together in real time. See your team’s updates instantly. Supercharged workflows. Generative drawing tools automate tedious tasks. Data driven decisions Contextualize success. Host, style, and share map data easily. Add filters and tools to bring your data alive. A world of knowledge. Connect to any geodatabase, internal or external, effortlessly. Giraffe handles the authentication. Nimble Calculations. Define and share quantitative analytics with a low-code, spreadsheet-like syntax. Extensible capability. Use the SDK to build beautiful custom apps, in hours. Captivate your audience Simple, engaging, and attractive. Clearly communicate projects from all angles. Engagement Assets. Illustrate, annotate and share with a few clicks. Tell your story. Give your stakeholders an immersive view of the potential you see for a site. Include everyone. Increase community engagement with viewer-level access that includes context and images. Portfolio scale Structure corporate knowledge. Complement your existing knowledge base with Giraffe's simple spatial knowledge base. Track projects or opportunities on a map or a kanban board. Unlock potential. Every design, assumption, data layer, and calculation is usable in any other project for anyone with permission. Democratize Knowledge. Designers, cost planners, and portfolio managers - everyone sees the data they need in the way they want. Safe and structured. Workspaces, teams, templates, and permissions are carefully designed, making data management simple and secure.

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A concrete exploration using 3D printed molds with a goal to see how delicate, detailed, and finite concrete can get while still being structurally rigid. Ultimately the focus was to create a piece of furniture that embodies an optimal balance of delicateness in form and strength in dentistry. Using 3D printing as a new way to realize concrete through its ability to make molds, we have been interested in pushing the concretes’ natural limitation through fine geometries.

Delicate Density

Rhinoceros 3D is a 3D computer graphics and computer-aided design application software developed by the American company Robert McNeel & Associates. Utilizing NURBS mathematical modeling to produce precise representations of free-form, curving surfaces, Rhino is used in industries such as architecture, industrial design, automotive design, product design, and multimedia and graphic design.

Rhino 3D

Grasshopper is a visual programming language and environment that pairs with Rhino 3D, a software program also developed by Robert McNeel & Associates. Grasshopper allows users to build algorithms by dragging and connecting components on a digital canvas. From parametric modeling and fabrication, lighting performance analysis, to building energy consumption, Grasshopper provides an intuitive way to explore design without requiring programming experience.

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What is Maya? Maya is professional 3D software for creating realistic characters and blockbuster-worthy effects. Bring believable characters to life with engaging animation tools. Shape 3D objects and scenes with intuitive modeling tools. Create realistic effects—from explosions to cloth simulation.

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TAISEI Corporation is one of the “Big 5” construction groups in Japan, with 8,572 employees as of March 2021. Technical drawings are required on construction sites, and a company as big as TAISEI uses more than most. Such drawings are created at the office by the design teams, and keep evolving during the project. Construction workers depend on a constant flow of drawings because they need to keep up with frequent design updates. In addition, they need a way to share feedback from the field with the design teams — which is ideally done within the drawings themselves. Centralizing files in the cloud enables users to circulate drawing updates in real time. But in TAISEI’s case, the challenge is also to deploy a Mobile CAD solution to the thousands of iPads used in the field, without compromising on productivity and security.

TAISEI Corporation Deploys ARES Touch Mobile CAD On 4,000+ iPads

ARES Touch is a full-featured mobile CAD app that provides a complete set of 2D drafting and annotation commands. It's the perfect companion to quickly review a drawing shared in the cloud or received by email while on the go.

Team members at the jobsite can collaborate efficiently with colleagues back at the office

ARES Touch helps users work more effectively while on the jobsite or  in the field

ARES Touch works on Android and iOS tablets and smartphones

DWG Editing on Mobile: ARES Touch Makes it Quick & Easy!

ARES Touch: Mobile CAD for Android and iOS to View, Create and Annotate DWG

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Work productively on mobile devices with tools tailored to smaller screens

House 00 is a retreat, a sanctuary of the self, and an architectural response to shifting sociality in a post-Covid-19 world. Envisioned as a prototype for living in isolation away from urban density, House 00 is an attempt at rebooting the basic conditions of domesticity, serenity, and intimacy.

Sitting at the highest point in the United Arab Emirates, on the soaring peaks of Jebel Jais northeast of Ras-Al Khaimah, House 00 boasts the critical balance of being simultaneously in nature yet out of reach. Quality of air, breath-taking views and exceptional Dunite rock landscapes make for a perfect location for a unique house.

On the inside, the 2000 SQM contemporary design borrows from traditional elements of local residential architecture, featuring all the amenities for a comfortable and healthy life, as well as the social and cultural necessities of the Emirati family. On the outside, the sculptural limestone and glass façade blends seamlessly into the surroundings, looking pristine yet man-made; monolithic yet architectonic at the same time.

The house is organized into two parts embracing an inner courtyard. Spaces are split between east and west wings based on their respective uses and expected visitors.

As the pandemic malaise drags across the big city, House 00 offers more than life in solitude. It sets forth a unique restart for sharpening both the soul and the senses.

House 00

3D modeling and rendering software for design visualization, games, and animation

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Twinmotion is a 3D visualization software that utilizes Unreal Engine to produce high-quality images, panoramas, and standard or 360° VR videos from BIM or CAD models

Twinmotion

Deciduous is a 3D printed pavilion that invites us to revisit our relationship with nature, through an experience reminiscent of walking through an abstracted botanical form.
Building on MEAN’s experiments with 3D printing in design, the pavilion is an exploration in scaling processes to the architectural realm.

Deciduous is composed of a hybrid of 3 different sustainable materials: CNC-milled Birch plywood flooring, Robotically 3D-Printed Concrete Base, and a series of branching 3D-Printed PETG stems, a plastic polymer up-cycled from 30,000 discarded water bottles.
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In light of Dubai’s focus on 3D printing as a sustainable technology, the hybridization of state-of-the-art Robotic 3D printing in Plastic and Concrete is a first attempt to explore the possibilities that the two technologies can offer, contributing to the emirate’s vision of ecological construction growth towards 2025.

Deciduous is designed to come together in interconnected parts, and is completely prefabricated off-site. The parts can be mechanically joined on a clean site with no need for heavy machinery. Computational modeling was used to conceive and quantify the design to a level of detailing optimal within the parameters and constraints of Large Format Robotic 3D Printing.

Deciduous

MEAN Designed a 3D printed pavilion for welcoming visitors into the desert of Wadi Rum, south of Jordan. The space serves as an oasis of rest and communal gathering. Drawn to its otherworldly beauty, The desert of Wadi Rum in the south of Jordan attracts visitors from all over the globe.

The topography of Wadi Rum closely resembles that of Mars. This serene desert landscape had been a stage for many space-age movies such as ‘The Martian (2015)’, ‘Rogue One: A Star Wars Story (2016)’ and ‘The Last Days on Mars.’

Considering the lightweight geodesic dome system of ‘Mars Camp’ located on a plot near the site, the design team envisioned a novel system of 3D printed panels deployed onto a CNC bent steel pipe system.

By grounding the tent form as a ‘diagram of forces’ emitting various ‘charges’ that correspond to seating areas, we looked at the phenomena of magnetic fields to unify those charges.

We used the patterns emerging from the interaction of one space to another to develop the floor plan of the pavilion. The physical phenomena of the magnetic force patterns between several nodes represent an opportunity for an exciting planning strategy.

To quantify this phenomenon into a digital algorithm simulating those patterns, the team wrote a script that adopts the ‘RK4 Method’, developed by the German mathematicians C. Runge and M.W. Kutta around 1900. The ‘flowlines’ from the magnetic field simulation projecting onto a digitally simulated optimized mesh generated via a script approximating catenary curves.

The script generates vector fields resembling magnetic forces manipulated to subdivide the structure's outer shell into panels within the printing range of a 6-axis industrial robot.

A stepping topography of a 3D printed concrete platform creates a transition from the sandy site to the interior. The mesh is anchored towards the periphery of the stepped platform, creating welcoming archways for entries.

The Desert Pavilion is the outcome of combining ideas from the site with current building technologies.

The structure's design forms a space of shade from the heat of the desert during the day, and a place of celebration, storytelling and rest, at night. It serves as a welcoming, hospitable shelter for today and a case study for inhabiting the arid landscapes of Mars in the future.

Desert Pavilion

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The first 3D printed steel bridge, MX3D's Smart Bridge, is unveiled today by Máxima, Her Majesty the Queen of the Netherlands, in the city centre of Amsterdam. It is now open to the public in the oldest neighborhood of Amsterdam. 

The futuristic multi-award-winning bridge, designed by Joris Laarman Lab with Arup as lead engineer, is now placed over one of the oldest canals in Amsterdam's red-light district. MX3D kicked off this project in 2015 when it proposed printing a metal bridge with its innovative large-scale, robotic 3Dprinting technology, creating a playful, inspiring example of how digital tools can create a new form language for architectural objects.

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Digital simulations of the bridge using Karamba3D

Smart Bridge

With over 10.000 kg of metal 3D printed objects and over 40 man-years of experience since 2014, MX3D is the company that brought large-scale robotic wire arc additive manufacturing (WAAM) and its market to life and made enabling 3D metal printing more flexible, faster and cheaper. Now, MX3D is ready to transform the market further by launching the first dedicated robotic WAAM software enabling companies, engineers and designers to print end-to-end large-scale 3D metal objects in-house. MX3D became immediate innovation leader in 3D metal printing by presenting its jaw-dropping 12 meter long fully functional 3D printed stainless steel pedestrian bridge which will soon be installed in the heart of Amsterdam.

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Karamba3D is a parametric structural engineering tool which provides accurate analysis of spatial trusses, frames and shells.

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Facility Management

Solibri CheckPoint is a browser-based BIM model checking platform that helps architecture, engineering, and construction teams improve model quality, coordination, and compliance&mdash;without heavy installs or steep training. Open a browser, review Revit and IFC models side by side, run standardized QA/QC checks (clash detection, data/property rules, clearances), and manage issues in one collaborative workspace that fits your existing CDE and project tools.
<h2 data-start="758" data-end="783">Why Solibri CheckPoint</h2>
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<li style="font-size: 15px;" data-start="784" data-end="888">Zero install, fast adoption: Web-based model checking reduces IT overhead and speeds onboarding.</li>
<li style="font-size: 15px;" data-start="889" data-end="985">Native Revit &amp; IFC support: Review the same source data&mdash;no exports or lossy conversions.</li>
<li style="font-size: 15px;" data-start="986" data-end="1090">Standardized QA/QC: Enforce modeling standards with reusable rule sets, filters, and data views.</li>
<li style="font-size: 15px;" data-start="1091" data-end="1208">Collaborative issue management: Assign, track, and resolve clashes/data issues with transparent audit trails.</li>
<li style="font-size: 15px;" data-start="1209" data-end="1370">CDE-friendly: Practical integrations with Autodesk Construction Cloud and Procore keep models and issues in sync via direct connections or BCF.</li>
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<h2 data-start="1372" data-end="1391">Key Capabilities</h2>
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<li style="font-size: 15px;" data-start="1392" data-end="1460">Clash detection &amp; constructability checks across disciplines</li>
<li style="font-size: 15px;" data-start="1461" data-end="1541">Property/data validation to enforce BIM standards and naming conventions</li>
<li style="font-size: 15px;" data-start="1542" data-end="1611">Clearance/free-space rules for safety, access, and operations</li>
<li style="font-size: 15px;" data-start="1612" data-end="1702">Data Viewer to inspect quantities, attributes, and patterns alongside the 3D model</li>
<li style="font-size: 15px;" data-start="1703" data-end="1804">Project Library to publish shared, repeatable templates (rules, filters, views) across projects</li>
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<h2 data-start="1806" data-end="1832">Integrations &amp; Workflow</h2>
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<li style="font-size: 15px;" data-start="1833" data-end="1939">Sync models and issues with Autodesk Construction Cloud and Procore (reduce duplicate uploads)</li>
<li style="font-size: 15px;" data-start="1940" data-end="2021">Export/import issues via BCF to keep coordination moving across platforms</li>
<li style="font-size: 15px;" data-start="2022" data-end="2138">Fit lightweight checks into more milestones&mdash;from schematic coordination to preconstruction and punch-list closeout</li>
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<h2 data-start="2140" data-end="2155">Who It&rsquo;s For</h2>
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<li style="font-size: 15px;" data-start="2156" data-end="2237">Architects &amp; BIM Managers standardizing QA/QC and modeling best practices</li>
<li style="font-size: 15px;" data-start="2238" data-end="2319">General Contractors &amp; VDC Teams driving constructability and coordination</li>
<li style="font-size: 15px;" data-start="2320" data-end="2394">Owners/Consultants requiring transparent, auditable BIM deliverables</li>
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<h2 data-start="2396" data-end="2407">Benefits</h2>
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<li style="font-size: 15px;" data-start="2408" data-end="2474">Higher BIM quality with consistent templates and rule sets</li>
<li style="font-size: 15px;" data-start="2475" data-end="2544">Fewer rework loops thanks to faster clash and data validation</li>
<li style="font-size: 15px;" data-start="2545" data-end="2608">Lower overhead via web-based access and simpler rollout</li>
<li style="font-size: 15px;" data-start="2609" data-end="2682">Better traceability with centralized issue records and auditability</li>
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Learn more: <a href="https://www.solibri.com/checkpoint?utm_campaign=3706145-Solibri%20CheckPoint&amp;utm_source=AEC%20Tech">www.solibri.com</a>

Model view IFC and Revit - Solibri CheckPoint

Solibri CheckPoint

Checking Revit models in the cloud with Solibri

Automate Engineering Workflows with Custom Web Apps
VIKTOR.AI is a low-code platform that helps engineers streamline workflows by creating, integrating, and sharing powerful web applications using Python.
By automating repetitive tasks and improving collaboration, VIKTOR enables teams to focus on solving complex engineering challenges while boosting efficiency and accuracy.
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<h3 data-start="538" data-end="560">Key Features</h3>
App Creation Transform Python scripts, Excel files, Grasshopper models, and Dynamo scripts into fully interactive web applications with intuitive user interfaces. This centralizes tools, enhances usability, and makes domain-specific knowledge accessible to a wider team.
Software Integration Seamlessly connect with industry-standard software such as CAD, simulation tools, and data analysis platforms&mdash;eliminating manual data transfers, reducing human error, and optimizing engineering workflows.
App Distribution Deploy applications securely within an enterprise cloud environment, ensuring easy access across teams while maintaining centralized control over updates and permissions.
Collaboration Store and manage project data with built-in version control. Track changes, manage documentation, and reduce miscommunication across teams.
Security &amp; Compliance Enterprise-grade security features&mdash;such as single sign-on (SSO), user access management, and regional hosting&mdash;give organizations the control they need to protect sensitive data.
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Command-Line Interface (CLI) &ndash; Streamline app development, install dependencies, and run tests across Windows and Linux environments.
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API &amp; SDK &ndash; Automate workflows, extract data, and integrate custom applications using the REST API and SDK, allowing engineers to tailor solutions to specific needs.
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<h3 data-start="2002" data-end="2031">Community &amp; Support</h3>
VIKTOR offers comprehensive documentation, tutorials, and an active developer community to support users in building and scaling automation solutions. Dedicated technical support ensures a smooth development experience and maximizes productivity.
By automating the tedious, VIKTOR empowers engineers to focus on innovation, creativity, and solving real engineering challenges.

VIKTOR.AI

One Click LCA is the world&rsquo;s leading end‑to‑end sustainability platform, purpose-built for the construction and manufacturing sectors. Founded in Helsinki in 2001, the company has grown to a team of over 200 professionals across all continents and now serves users in more than 170 countries  At its core, this cloud‑based platform offers streamlined, automated Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) and Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs), enabling users to scientifically measure and reduce environmental impacts of structures, infrastructure, renovations, and manufactured goods. Beyond LCA and EPDs, it also supports assessments of circularity, life‑cycle cost, and biodiversity. A standout feature is its extensive global database with over 250,000&ndash;300,000 datasets&mdash;covering supplier-specific and generic material data&mdash;fully verified and regularly updated. This empowers users to make informed, data‑driven decisions. The platform supports over 80 compliance standards, including LEED, BREEAM, GRESB, CALGreen, and various country‑specific regulations. One Click LCA seamlessly integrates with more than 20 leading BIM and design tools, such as Autodesk Revit, Tekla Structures, Bentley iTwin, Rhino, and Grasshopper. This allows for real‑time feedback and early‑phase embodied carbon optimization&mdash;notably through its Carbon Designer 3D tool, which enables quick, BIM‑integrated carbon hotspot analysis and comparison of design scenarios. In some cases, Carbon Designer 3D helps identify carbon footprint variations up to 50% during conceptual design. Leading global players&mdash;including Skanska, WSP, Foster+Partners, Turner, ArcelorMittal, Arcadis, ARUP, Geberit, and Saint‑Gobain, among others&mdash;rely on One Click LCA to drive their decarbonization efforts. AECOM, for instance, equipped its ScopeX&trade; platform with One Click LCA to target a 50% carbon reduction across its projects. Its visibility among industry analysts reflects its market leadership: One Click LCA was featured in Verdantix&rsquo;s 2025 Buyer&rsquo;s Guide for LCA tools and is the first platform validated by RICS under its Whole Life Carbon Assessment (WLCA) programme. One Click LCA also makes parts of its platform freely accessible via its Planetary embodied&ndash;carbon calculator&mdash;a tool for benchmarking cradle‑to‑gate carbon impacts across building designs and supporting EPD usage worldwide. In summary, One Click LCA stands out with its: - Massive, high-quality global dataset (250&ndash;300k records) - Broad compliance across 80+ standards - Deep BIM integrations for early and ongoing carbon management - Recognition by major firms and standards bodies It remains the go-to platform for turning sustainability goals into measurable, actionable outcomes across construction and manufacturing value chains.

One Click LCA

We lead the construction industry in quality control. No more stumbling blocks. Constructing flawless buildings is now easier than ever. Solibri Office imports building models from all major BIM software using the standardized IFC interface. It identifies potential problems early, preventing issues during construction and beyond, ensuring smooth project execution and long-term building performance. Solibri offers the most advanced and comprehensive library of customizable rule templates to tackle the most demanding quality assurance tasks. Choose from over 70+ predefined rule templates or customize your own to ensure no stone is left unturned. Go beyond clash detection and take your BIM quality to the next level. Solibri offers a wider range of checking capabilities than any other tool in the market: geometry, clearance, accessibility, information &amp; property checking, building code compliance, model revision, fire safety and more. Solibri understands your role and offers you a set of rules, classifications, and reporting templates that you can customize to match your company, project, local, or national needs. Use organizational tools like classifications and filters to streamline model checking, to takeoff quantities and data, or to visualize the BIM data/components in the model. Information takeoff allows you to extract quantities based on different criteria more easily. Share the information using your own customized Excel templates. Information takeoff allows you to extract quantities based on different criteria more easily. Share the information using your own customized Excel templates. Share project information and collaborate seamlessly and reliably through Solibri&rsquo;s integrations, BCF Live Connector and API. Automate tasks, such as running checks, exporting the identified issues as BCF files and creating presentations, and run them at a convenient time with Solibri Autorun. Easily integrate with your workflows: Solibri is founded on openBIM standards to foster interoperability and enable transparent, open cooperation among all project participants. This allows model authors and collaborators to connect Solibri's quality assurance capabilities with the tools of their choice.

Solibri Office

InspectMind AI is a revolutionary tool for the AEC industry, designed to automate construction inspection reports using advanced AI technology. This app transforms voice and visual data from site visits into comprehensive, accurate, and easy-to-understand inspection reports, significantly reducing manual report-writing time. Ideal for engineers, architects, and contractors, InspectMind AI streamlines the inspection process, enhancing efficiency and accuracy, and is already transforming how inspections are documented in the construction sector. 1- Start recording Start the inspection at the job site as you normally would. Snap photos and record voice notes directly in our app. We automatically transcribe your notes, timestamped for your convenience. 2- AI-generated report As you finish the inspection, InspectMind's AI pinpoint crucial inspection data, crafting a report from the notes you've just created with a standard inspection report template. 3- Review report Review and fine-tune the auto-generated report within our app to your liking. Your notes and past reports are safely stored in the cloud, so you never have to worry about losing data. 4- Share report Simply share your report via a link, or download it as a Word or PDF document. Structural Engineers: Utilize for detailed structural evaluations, capturing complex data through voice and video for precise reports. Architects: Ideal for documenting site conditions and progress, integrating visual elements into comprehensive reports. Contractors: Use during daily site visits for progress tracking, safety inspections, and quality checks, converting observations into organized reports. City Inspectors: Streamline city code compliance and inspection processes, enhancing efficiency and accuracy. Real Estate Professionals: Apply for property condition assessments and pre-purchase inspections. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- InspectMind is an innovative platform designed to streamline and enhance the process of building inspections, offering a suite of features tailored to meet the needs of professionals in the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry. By leveraging advanced technologies, InspectMind aims to improve efficiency, accuracy, and collaboration throughout the inspection process. Key Features: Comprehensive Inspection Management: InspectMind provides tools for scheduling, conducting, and managing inspections, ensuring that all aspects of the inspection process are organized and easily accessible. Real-Time Reporting: The platform enables inspectors to generate detailed reports in real-time, allowing for immediate sharing of findings with stakeholders and facilitating prompt decision-making. Photo and Video Documentation: InspectMind supports the integration of multimedia elements, such as photos and videos, into inspection reports, providing clear visual evidence of site conditions and issues. Collaborative Tools: The platform fosters collaboration among team members by allowing multiple users to access, review, and comment on inspection reports, ensuring that all stakeholders are informed and engaged. Customizable Templates: InspectMind offers customizable inspection templates, enabling users to tailor reports to specific project requirements and industry standards. Data Analytics and Insights: The platform provides analytical tools to track inspection trends, identify recurring issues, and generate insights that can inform future projects and improve overall quality control. Mobile Accessibility: With mobile compatibility, inspectors can conduct inspections and update reports directly from the field, enhancing efficiency and reducing the need for redundant data entry. Integration Capabilities: InspectMind is designed to integrate seamlessly with other project management and documentation tools, ensuring a cohesive workflow and reducing the risk of data silos. Benefits: Enhanced Efficiency: By digitizing and automating various aspects of the inspection process, InspectMind reduces manual workloads and accelerates project timelines. Improved Accuracy: The platform's real-time data capture and reporting minimize errors and ensure that all information is up-to-date and reliable. Increased Transparency: Comprehensive documentation and collaborative features promote transparency among stakeholders, leading to better communication and trust. Cost Savings: By streamlining processes and reducing the likelihood of costly errors, InspectMind contributes to overall project cost savings. In summary, InspectMind offers a robust solution for professionals seeking to optimize their building inspection processes. Its comprehensive features and user-centric design make it a valuable tool for enhancing productivity, accuracy, and collaboration in the AEC industry.

InspectMind AI

Starter // Leverage all our pre-built engineering report templates

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With ARES Commander, users can work both locally and with files stored in the cloud to improve collaboration. Sync files across users and devices. Create and modify DWG drawings in 2D and 3D, leveraging the drafting and design features that you’ve come to expect — all at a significant cost savings. ARES Commander can stand alone or coordinate with ARES Touch and ARES Kudo to form the Trinity of CAD, unlocking productivity-boosting collaboration features. ARES Commander by Graebert is a powerful and flexible CAD solution designed for professionals who require full-featured 2D and 3D drafting capabilities in native DWG format—without the high costs or limitations of traditional CAD software. Compatible with Windows, macOS, and Linux, ARES Commander is part of the ARES Trinity suite, which includes access to cloud-based editing through ARES Kudo and mobile capabilities via ARES Touch, all under a single license. One of the key strengths of ARES Commander is its seamless DWG compatibility, allowing users to create, edit, and share files without worrying about format issues. The software includes robust 2D drafting tools, 3D modeling functions such as push/pull editing, and support for dynamic blocks, splines, and parametric features. Beyond the desktop, the ARES Trinity ecosystem enables real-time collaboration through cloud integration, supporting services like Google Drive, OneDrive, and Dropbox. Users can work from anywhere, review drawings on-site, share view-only links with stakeholders, and keep track of revisions with built-in version control and commenting tools. ARES Commander also bridges the gap between CAD and BIM. It allows the import of Revit and IFC files, from which users can extract 2D drawings, automatically generate annotations, and streamline documentation workflows. This functionality makes it easier to work alongside BIM teams while staying within familiar CAD environments. The user interface has been continually refined to support productivity and ease of use, with the latest versions offering customizable workspaces, AI-assisted tools, and a simplified transition path for users coming from other platforms like AutoCAD. ARES Commander is widely adopted across industries, from architecture and engineering to construction and manufacturing. It's known for its solid performance, affordability, and flexibility, offering a complete CAD solution that meets the demands of modern workflows. Whether working independently or as part of a larger team, users appreciate its robust toolset, intuitive design, and commitment to innovation.

Files created in ARES Commander can also be accessed in ARES Kudo or ARES Touch.

ARES Commander includes BIM drawings automation features.

DWG Drawings Automation for BIM - ARES Commander Product Review | Niknaz Aftahi of aec+tech

BIM Drawings Automation: From Revit & IFC to DWG in ARES Commander

450+ Dynamic Blocks in Tool Palettes and Trinity Block Library in ARES Commander

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Switch from AutoCAD or other AutoCAD Alternatives to ARES effortlessly

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ARES Commander

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ARES Commander runs on Windows, MacOS, and Linux platforms.

Rendair&rsquo;s Ai platform makes it easier than ever to quickly generate visuals for designing and marketing new and existing properties at any stage in development by providing tools for extensively editing real estate listing photography and creating renderings or animations from a range of inputs. Our tools are accessible online 24/7 via www.rendair.ai with unlimited renderings for active members and substantial support available from our team to continually provide expert guidance on how to use each of our specialized design tools. The visual solutions our platform provides are endless, so certain elements will benefit architects and interior designers more than others, which might be more useful to teams in development, creative, and marketing. Our team also regularly hosts online presentations to share success strategies and workflows for optimal visualization results with a variety of real estate specialists. Some of our latest updates include the addition of new Image-to-Video tools and personalized styles for branding/image consistency. Special industry discount codes are available, please email with a request for a demo and specify your focus/industry to receive your code if you are affiliated with any events/associations like ICSC, IBS, BisNow, TRD, etc. Here's a few interesting notes from a transcription of our latest Bi-Weekly Rendair Webinars - "Once you've signed up, you'll be able to access the text to render tool, which is the most basic tool that is accessible for free. You can test it out. We have some videos that are available on YouTube. But generally to create and instantly access the platform and start making amazing renderings, you want to use either Create, Edit, Upscale or Video. Within each of these, you'll notice a different set of tools, each of which you can attenuate with different metrics. So we'll go one by one. Create is where we generally start. Text to render is the most basic. So here, these take about 15 to 30 seconds to generate. you can type in pretty much anything. I can say tiny home on a hill, blue facade white flowers in the garden, right?" "For anything that's text to render only, I suggest getting as lengthy as you want with the description of the scene. The reason being you're not providing design input or some kind of other direction for the Ai to follow. So you can really get as creative and as detailed as you want here in the description of the scene. Otherwise, the moment we start introducing designs and then adding text to it, there can be certain prompts that conflict with the design. So, you want to make sure that it all lines up and it makes sense." "The creativity bar directly impacts the text in the description of the scene. So, if my creativity is really high, this image is going to be really busy." "Let's take a look at some examples of elevation to render, If you have these sort of speckled details, they're going to show up in the render, So depending on your use case and what you're trying to do, in this case, our client was looking for a white tile fireplace with white walls on the sides and they wanted this centerpiece to be walnut. I was able to make that happen using a few different tools, but I ended up finding even though I was working on an elevation, and this is an interesting note, sketch to render was able to make some pretty good results for me too. Here are some examples of Elevation-to-Render and Sketch-To-Render... Ultimately, I ended up taking the best final render to select and modify via the edit tools in order to put the image together." "Here we have a really nice exterior of an office building. The sketch was pretty rough, so it's a little bit low quality. I'll make another note here. the quality of your output will be, Generally speaking. And before I move on to the edit module, I'm going to take a moment to let you guys ask any questions into the chat a few things that I'd like to point out about create. Anything that we make here is going to change and affect every pixel in the image within the create module." "Magic variation is when you don't want any changes to the design but you want to show the project in a different light/feel. By decreasing the image strength to 1%, I gave the AI freedom to veer away from the original design. I asked it to follow it by providing the design input but I gave it full freedom to go away as far as it wanted. Otherwise in this case you'll notice the design is far more close to the original input. I can click here on copy inputs to verify and you'll see that the image strength is up there at 100%. Right? Creativity by the way still only impacts for all the tools the description of the scene. So in this case elevation to render has the first component. We're attenuating the image strength to suggest whether or not we want the AI to closely follow the input design. We're then further directing the image with the description of the scene which you can pull up keywords here at any point in time which are very influential." "And the third component is if we want to add a reference image, we can also add a reference image. The reference image doesn't necessarily have to The reference image can also be something like this. In which case, if I use this 100% is going to really overpower. So let's say I start with just under 50%. This will take into account the description of the scene, and If I feel the reference strength isn't showing enough, then I'll just increase here. And if I feel that it's overpowering, I'll decrease it here. Generally, the reference strength makes a huge impact. Okay, here's another quick elevation to render example. A little kiosk, and we'll take a look at those ones that we just made. Okay, while those are loading up, I'll move on to sketch to render." "Sketch to render might be the most flexible tool out out of all of them. It can do complex, it can do simple, it can do 2D, it can do 3D, it can literally do anything. So, tch If I go here, filtering by tools. yeah, it's impressive what Sketch render can do. Let's take a look here. So, this can be super basic. It can be like a sketch on a napkin and with some direction from the AI on the text, you can get some pretty impressive results. It can also process really complex artwork like a MC Escher sketch and try to make something realistic out of it. But otherwise, just about anything you throw at it, it's going to do really incredible work." Easter Egg - If you've read this far, please feel free to use discount code Peter10 for 10% off any of our Ai Plans YouTube Demo - Here's the link to our latest Webinar Recording: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hzT8IqMe8qw&amp;t=325s Thanks for your interest in Rendair!

RENDAIR AI

<h3 data-start="97" data-end="131">1. QA/QC Workflow Automation</h3>
Nonlinear enables AEC teams to automate document-heavy QA/QC processes. For example, the platform can flag specification and drawing inconsistencies, non-conforming products or materials, and contract mismatches&mdash;allowing project teams to catch errors early and reduce costly rework.
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<h3 data-start="423" data-end="456">2. Submittal &amp; Specs Review</h3>
Instead of manually comparing submittals against specifications, Nonlinear&rsquo;s no-code builder lets users design workflows that automatically highlight non-compliant products, missing data, or incorrect materials&mdash;so reviewers can focus only on exceptions.
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<h3 data-start="719" data-end="758">3. Estimating &amp; Quantity Take-Off</h3>
The platform supports automation of core estimating tasks: extracting quantities from drawings or specs, generating formatted quotes, and tracking revisions. This helps firms accelerate bidding while maintaining consistency across projects.
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<h3 data-start="1008" data-end="1036">4. Proposal Generation</h3>
AEC firms can build workflows that draw from historical project data, interpret requirements, and auto-generate proposal drafts. By connecting legacy templates and content, teams can iterate faster and focus on strategy and design quality rather than repetitive formatting.
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<h3 data-start="1319" data-end="1361">5. Value Engineering &amp; Data Clean-Up</h3>
Nonlinear helps firms clean up project data, standardize parameters, and build structured workflows for value-engineering tasks&mdash;for example, swapping products for approved alternatives or aligning data across multiple design phases.
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<h3 data-start="1603" data-end="1648">6. Reusable Workflows &amp; Firm-Wide Scale</h3>
Once a workflow is created in Nonlinear, it can be reused across teams, projects, and offices. This promotes consistency and enables firm-wide automation rather than one-off scripts, helping companies scale efficiency and reduce manual work.
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<h3 data-start="1899" data-end="1951">7. Integration &amp; Deployment in AEC Tool-Stacks</h3>
Nonlinear integrates seamlessly with widely used AEC systems such as Autodesk Construction Cloud, Procore, and Microsoft Teams. This allows firms to adopt automation within their existing ecosystem, minimizing disruption and training needs.

Nonlinear

HaloConnect at a Glance HaloConnect is the &ldquo;glue&rdquo; for secure collaboration when files move between systems and companies. Instead of relying on a single repository to keep content safe, HaloConnect carries policy with the file&mdash;so labels, encryption, and usage rights remain intact as content flows across PLM/PDM, DMS/ECM, on-prem shares, and cloud workspaces.
What It Does (in plain terms) HaloConnect watches the points where files are exchanged&mdash;exports, sync jobs, hand-offs to partners&mdash;and applies or preserves protection at the moment of transfer. If a model or document already has a sensitivity label, it keeps it; if not, it can auto-classify and protect based on the project, folder, or rule set you define. The result: a drawing leaving PLM or a package sent to a vendor still carries the rights you intended (view-only, watermark, no print, time-bound access).
Works Across Mixed Stacks Most engineering environments are hybrid by design. HaloConnect supports multi-CAD and multi-repository setups and keeps a consistent policy language as content moves between tools. Whether the next stop is a shared drive, a client portal, or a cloud folder, the same labels and permissions travel with the file, reducing the &ldquo;special cases&rdquo; that create gaps.
Built for Real Collaboration Partners who aren&rsquo;t on your stack can still participate through a lightweight, rights-aware experience. They get the access they need&mdash;and only that&mdash;without IT scrambling to whitelist new locations. If circumstances change (a partner rolls off, a project closes), you can revoke access without tracking down every copy.
Protection is&nbsp;file-centric, so governance doesn&rsquo;t fall apart at the repository boundary. You can show who accessed what, when, and under which rights, with auditable events that follow the content through its lifecycle. That makes risk reviews and client assurances simpler&mdash;and reduces reliance on perimeter rules that don&rsquo;t always apply once files leave home.
Common Use Cases
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Supplier exchange: enforce read-only/watermarked packages to fabricators and subs.
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Client deliverables: ensure final sets carry the correct labels and retention rules.
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Migrations &amp; consolidations: keep protection intact during moves between systems.
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Mixed-tool workflows: maintain consistent rights from PLM to project folders to cloud.
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Rollout Without the Drama Policies map to how teams already think&mdash;confidential, internal, client deliverable&mdash;and admins can start with a few targeted flows (e.g., specific export locations) before expanding. Over time, you get a predictable pattern: same file, same rules, everywhere it goes.
Bottom Line HaloConnect turns secure exchange into a property of the file, not a hope pinned to where the file happens to live. Engineering keeps moving, partners stay in the loop, and your IP remains protected from first hand-off to final sign-off.

HaloCONNECT

Store and share files in a secure environment

HaloShare is built for the messy reality of project work&mdash;files move across firms, tools, and storage locations. Instead of fencing content inside one system, protection travels with the file. Labels, encryption, and usage rights are applied at the moment of sharing, so access rules persist in SharePoint, OneDrive, Teams, email, or a partner&rsquo;s drive.
How It Works (without changing how you work) Teams stay in Microsoft 365. Choose a simple policy or label, and HaloShare applies the right controls in the background&mdash;view-only, watermark, no print, time-bound access, and more. If plans change, you can revoke access without hunting down every copy.
One Policy Language, Many File Types Because the protection is file-centric, documents, PDFs, images, models, and exports from specialized tools can all follow the same rules. Partners who aren&rsquo;t on your stack still get a lightweight, secure experience that respects the rights you set&mdash;collaboration continues, and IT doesn&rsquo;t have to create exceptions.
Clarity for Compliance and Security Every important event is recorded&mdash;who opened, when, and what they were allowed to do&mdash;so audits and client assurances are easier. Instead of relying on a patchwork of perimeter rules, you can point to controls attached to the content throughout its lifecycle.
Easy to Roll Out, Easy to Use Policies map to how teams already think: confidential, internal, client deliverable. Admins can set sensible defaults and nudge good behavior with prompts; power users still have the flexibility to handle edge cases. Over time, the same file stays governed the same way&mdash;no matter where it&rsquo;s stored or who forwards it.
What Project Leads Notice First
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Fewer late-night scrambles: early drawings and schedules don&rsquo;t wander.
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Client deliverables carry the markings and rights they require.
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Less rework caused by accidental oversharing or uncontrolled downloads.
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Why the Business Cares You gain a cleaner story about risk and accountability. Critical content is protected, access is intentional, and oversight is built in&mdash;without slowing down the day-to-day work that keeps projects moving.
Bottom Line HaloShare turns &ldquo;secure sharing&rdquo; from a reminder into a reliable property of the file. Teams keep their familiar tools, partners get only what they need, and the organization retains control from first draft to final deliverable.

HaloSHARE

HaloSHARE extends Microsoft Purview Information Protection (MPIP) to CAD, PDF and MS Office files

HaloCAD is built for the reality of design and engineering work: CAD files rarely stay inside one company. Models and drawings move to suppliers, fabricators, and clients, and the intellectual property moves with them. Rather than trying to guard that data only at the network edge, HaloCAD embeds protection into the file itself, so access policy and encryption travel wherever the file goes.
The idea is simple but powerful. Sensitivity labels and usage rights&mdash;who can open, print, copy, or export&mdash;are attached at creation or at the moment a file leaves the authoring environment. If the recipient changes, or a project ends, access can be revoked without chasing down every copy. Because the controls live with the file, governance remains intact across email, shared drives, PLM, and cloud portals.
HaloCAD is designed to work with the tools engineers already use. Teams can keep modeling in Autodesk, Siemens, PTC, and similar ecosystems while the correct label and policy are applied automatically in the background. Partners and vendors who aren&rsquo;t on the same stack can still participate: a lightweight reader supports secure, read-only access so collaboration doesn&rsquo;t stall. The goal is to reduce manual steps and remove the &ldquo;did we lock that export?&rdquo; worry that leads to accidental leaks.
Supply chains are where risk concentrates, and HaloCAD&rsquo;s file-centric approach helps close common gaps. It supports mixed CAD and PLM environments&mdash;think Teamcenter alongside SolidWorks or Creo, or SAP ECTR with Solid Edge&mdash;so the same policy language is enforced across formats and repositories. That consistency matters for compliance programs as well, where organizations need to show not only that sensitive data is identified, but that it remains protected throughout its lifecycle with an auditable trail.
For engineering leadership, the benefits show up in fewer exceptions and clearer accountability. Automatic labeling at the source shortens handoffs between design and IT. Purchasing and program managers gain confidence that vendor packages won&rsquo;t spill beyond the intended audience. Security teams can point to concrete controls&mdash;encryption, rights, and monitoring attached to the file&mdash;rather than a patchwork of perimeter rules.
In day-to-day terms, HaloCAD turns &ldquo;secure sharing&rdquo; from a process checklist into a property of the CAD asset. Designers keep working in their familiar applications. Partners get only the access they need. And the organization keeps control of its IP&mdash;even after the file leaves the building. The result is faster collaboration with far less risk, which is exactly what high-velocity product teams require.

HaloCAD

HaloCAD’s lifelong access control secures your priceless CAD files inside and outside your IT perimeter

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