Forma Data Management: AEC document management made simple

Cloud-based common data environment

What is Forma Data Management?

Forma Data Management is a cloud-based document and data management solution within Autodesk Construction Cloud. As your common data environment (CDE), Forma Data Management empowers teams to:

    • Access the latest project information to keep work moving efficiently.

  • Streamline and automate document reviews to minimise errors and rework.

  • Enhance collaboration and team alignment for improved accuracy and productivity.


Forma Data Management overview (video: 2:39 min.)

Why use Forma Data Management?

Organise and share files confidently

Reliably track and securely deliver files to stakeholders.

Work flexibly on a cloud-based platform

Empower multidisciplinary teams with centralised information access.

Boost your team’s agility

Stay ahead of changing project conditions and issues.

Included with Forma Data Management: Content Catalogue

Boost your efficiency with BIM content management (video: 2:16 min.)

Unlock design efficiency with BIM content management

Content Catalogue, included with your Forma Data Management subscription, gives design teams a trusted, cloud-based digital asset management solution, streamlining the process for finding, organising, and granting access to vetted data. By having a single source for Revit families, CAD blocks and other design content, users can make rapid gains in collaboration, efficiency, productivity and quality of BIM project deliverables.

Other ways to access Forma Data Management

Forma Data Management is available as a standalone option or as part of other software solutions. Choose the one that’s right for you. 

Architecture Engineering & Construction Collection

Powerful BIM and CAD tools for designers, engineers and contractors, including Revit, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Autodesk Forma and more

Autodesk Forma

Cloud software that offers powerful, easy-to-use, AI-powered tools for pre-design and schematic design. Making the right decisions in the planning phase has never been easier.

3ds Max

3D modelling, animation and rendering software for games and design visualisation

Advance Steel

3D modelling software for steel detailing

Alias Concept

Industrial design software to sketch, concept model, surface and visualise.

Arnold

Global illumination rendering software

AutoCAD

Software for 2D and 3D CAD. Subscription includes AutoCAD, specialised toolsets and apps.

AutoCAD LT

Cost-effective 2D CAD software for drafting, drawing and documentation

AutoCAD Revit LT Suite

Get Revit LT and AutoCAD LT together at a great value

AutoCAD Web

Draught, annotate and add field data to your drawings online via your web browser or mobile device. Access and edit DWG files and quickly collaborate with AutoCAD users on designs.

Autodesk Access

Install and manage updates for your Autodesk desktop products.

Autodesk CFD Ultimate

Computational fluid dynamics simulation and solid body motion analysis software.

Autodesk Docs

Manage project information in a cloud-based, common data environment

BIM Collaborate

Cloud-based design collaboration and coordination software for architecture, engineering and construction teams to review designs, run automatic clash detection and track project status.

Civil 3D

Civil engineering design and construction documentation

Fabrication ESTmep

Fabrication ESTmep helps MEP specialists win more work by creating more accurate, competitive bids based on comprehensive user-defined project factors.

Flame

High-performing tools for 3D visual effects, compositing, advanced graphics, colour management and more.

Flow Capture (formerly Moxion)

Powerful and secure cloud-based dailies and review for animation, VFX and games

Flow Production Tracking

A review and production tracking toolset for VFX, games and animation teams

Fusion

Cloud-based product design software for manufacturing, 3D modeling, electronics, simulation, and data management

Fusion Manage

Cloud PLM and PDM that connects your data, people and processes.

Fusion with CAMplete TruePath

NC-code post-processing and G-code simulation software

Fusion with FeatureCAM

Autodesk Fusion with FeatureCAM gives you access to FeatureCAM Ultimate, PartMaker, Autodesk Fusion, Fusion Team and HSMWorks.

Fusion with Netfabb Premium

Additive manufacturing and design plus metal additive process simulation software to help with all stages of the 3D printing process.

Info360 Asset

Deliver actionable asset condition and risk planning in the cloud

Info360 Insight

Real-time operational performance analytics, modelling and alerting tools in the cloud

Info360 Plant

Operational intelligence for water and wastewater treatment plants

InfoDrainage

Design and audit drainage systems quickly, easily and confidently.

InfoWater Pro

Optimise planning, design and operations of your water distribution network for ArcGIS Users

InfoWorks ICM

Model complex hydraulic and hydrologic network elements quickly, accurately and collaboratively.

InfoWorks WS Pro

Comprehensive and collaborative water distribution analysis and modelling

Informed Design for Inventor

Improve project outcomes with conceptual design and modelling tools, and real-time analytics

Informed Design for Revit

Design with known-manufacturable building products

InfraWorks

Geospatial and engineering BIM platform for planning, design and analysis

Inventor

Professional-grade product design and engineering tools for 3D mechanical design, simulation, visualisation and documentation

Maya

3D animation, modelling, simulation and rendering software for film, games and TV

Media & Entertainment Collection

3D animation, modelling, simulation and rendering software for film, games and TV

Moldflow Insight

Injection and compression moulding simulation tools for engineers and analysts. Customised automation tools minimise production delays (includes solver and pre/post processor).

Moldflow Insight Standard

Simulation and design tools for plastic injection and compression moulding.

Moldflow Insight Ultimate

Injection and compression moulding simulation tools for engineers and analysts. Customised automation tools minimise production delays (includes solver and pre/post processor).

Moldflow Synergy

Pre and Post processor for Injection and compression moulding simulation tools for engineers and analysts.

Mudbox

Digital painting and sculpting software

Navisworks Simulate

Control outcomes with clash detection and advanced coordination, 5D analysis and simulation tools.

PowerInspect Standard

Inspect complex, free-form surfaces across a range of hardware devices

PowerMill Standard

CAM software for high-speed and 5-axis machining

PowerShape Standard

CAD modelling software to prepare moulds, dies and other complex parts for manufacture

Product Design & Manufacturing Collection

Get Inventor + AutoCAD + Fusion + more—Professional-grade tools for product development and manufacturing planning

ReCap Pro

Reality capture and 3D scanning software and services

Revit

Plan, design, construct and manage buildings with powerful tools for Building Information Modelling.

Robot Structural Analysis Professional

Advanced BIM-integrated structural analysis and code compliance verification tool

Structural Bridge Design

Structural bridge analysis software

VRED Design

3D virtual prototyping software for automotive design

Vault PLM

Enterprise product data management combined with cloud PLM to connect your people, processes, and data.

Vehicle Tracking

Vehicle swept path analysis software

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Workflows for Forma Data Management

Document management

Store, review and share project documentation in the cloud with useful management features.

 


Forma Data Management + Revit + AutoCAD + Forma  

Connect building plan and design workflows in the cloud for teams using other tools in the AEC Collection.


Forma Data Management for civil engineers

Simplify paperless collaboration for civil engineers with digital markups and issues, audit trails and more.

 


AEC Tech Drop blog 

Keep pace with AEC product and industry advancements with the latest news, tips and tricks.

Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

What is Autodesk Docs used for?

Autodesk Docs is a cloud-based common data environment that provides document management and control to the entire project team. With Autodesk Docs, AEC teams can simplify collaboration and data management from design to construction and streamline document review and approval workflows.

Who uses Autodesk Docs?

Autodesk Docs is used across the project lifecycle by all members of a project team, including architects, designers, engineers, contractors, sub-contractors, drafters, detailers, BIM and VDC managers, project managers, owners, fabricators and more.

Can I access my projects on mobile?

Yes, you can access your projects through either the BIM 360 app (for BIM 360 projects) or the PlanGrid Build app (for ACC projects). Both are available for download on the App Store or Google Play.

What operating systems does Autodesk Docs run on?

Autodesk Docs is web-based and has no desktop operating system requirements. See Autodesk Docs system requirements for details.

What Autodesk regional offerings are available for Autodesk Docs projects?

For Autodesk Docs, covered content can be primarily stored in Australia, Canada, EU, Germany, India Japan, UK or US regional offerings. If you need further information or guidance on determining where your projects are hosted, please review the Autodesk regional offerings detailed FAQs.

What is Content Catalogue and how do I get it?

Content Catalogue is the next-gen, integrated version of UNIFI Pro by Autodesk. It serves as a web-based content management system, enabling customers to efficiently organise, locate and provide access to approved digital assets for BIM models. This enhances the productivity and effectiveness of BIM project teams. With seamless integration into popular authoring tools such as Revit, AutoCAD and other third-party solutions, customers gain the ability to effortlessly discover and insert authorised assets into their BIM models.

 

Content Catalog comes as an entitlement for all Autodesk Docs subscribers, including those that have a subscription to Autodesk Docs via the following product offerings:

  • Autodesk Construction Cloud
  • Architecture, Engineering & Construction (AEC) Collection
  • Autodesk BIM Collaborate
  • Autodesk BIM Collaborate Pro
  • Autodesk Build
  • Autodesk Takeoff
  • Autodesk Docs standalone subscription

Visit the detailed FAQ (US Site) for more information on Content Catalogue.

Where is my Content Catalogue data hosted?

Your data can now be hosted in the US, Australia or EMEA.

Can I log in to Autodesk Docs on multiple computers?

Yes; however, only the named user can sign in and use that software on a single computer at any given time. Please refer to the Software Licence Agreement (US Site) for more information.

How do I convert my Autodesk Docs free trial to a paid subscription?

Launch your trial software and click Subscribe Now on the trial screen or buy Autodesk Docs here. When buying your subscription, enter the same email address and password combination you used to sign in to your trial. Learn more about converting a trial to a paid subscription.

How much does an Autodesk Docs subscription cost?

The price of an annual Autodesk Docs subscription is , and the price of a monthly Autodesk Docs subscription is . The price of a three-year Autodesk Docs subscription is 

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