Autodesk Build
Autodesk Build is a cloud-based construction project management platform that evolved from PlanGrid and BIM 360, now part of the Autodesk Construction Cloud (Forma Build) suite. It centralizes document management, RFIs, submittals, cost management, scheduling, field operations, quality, and safety workflows across the full construction project lifecycle. Trusted on 2M+ projects globally, it is used by general contractors, specialty subcontractors, and owners on commercial, industrial, and institutional projects.
Use Cases
- Construction document and drawing management
- RFI and submittal tracking and review workflows
- Cost management, budgeting, and change orders
- Schedule management linked to cost and field data
- Field quality and safety checklists and inspections
- Daily reporting and meeting minutes
- Clash detection and BIM coordination
- Photo documentation and issue tracking
- Asset tracking across project lifecycle
- Subcontractor and project team collaboration
Capability Matrix
| Feature | Status | Depth |
|---|---|---|
| CRM / Customer Management | No | Basic |
| Proposals & Quotes | No | Basic |
| E-Signature | Partial | Standard |
| Financing Options | No | Basic |
| Dispatch | No | Basic |
| Scheduling | Yes | Advanced |
| Route Optimization | No | Basic |
| Inventory Management | No | Basic |
| Asset Management | Yes | Standard |
| Estimating | Partial | Standard |
| Invoicing | Partial | Standard |
| Payment Processing | Partial | Standard |
| Job Costing | Yes | Advanced |
| Payroll | No | Basic |
| QuickBooks Sync | Yes | Standard |
| Pricebook | No | Basic |
| Flat Rate Pricing | No | Basic |
| Customer Portal | Partial | Basic |
| Online Booking | No | Basic |
| Marketing Automation | No | Basic |
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