Projects aren't delayed by effort they're slowed by disconnects. When teams work in separate systems, visibility drops, costs drift, and decisions lag. Join leaders from Reef Capital Partners, Jacobsen Construction, Gaylor Electric, and UPS to learn how they're using Autodesk Forma to bridge these gaps. Discover how owners, general contractors, and specialty contractors are leveraging Forma including new Bridge functionality to connect workflows, improve cross-organizational collaboration, and enable more data-driven cost management. Walk away with practical ways to improve coordination and drive better project outcomes.

In this session, you'll learn how to move beyond drawing-based coordination and establish a connected design-to-manufacturing workflow based on data convergence. Through an actual project of a general contractor operating a precast concrete plant, this session will explain how Revit and Inventor software were integrated via Autodesk Forma and Informed Design to enable the convergence of design and manufacturing data. You will see how configurable and reusable manufacturing models are created, and how data can flow consistently from BIM to production. The session will demonstrate how this convergence-driven approach reduced workload by more than 40%, and how it provides practical insights that designers and manufacturing engineers can apply to reduce rework, improve quality, and strengthen cross-team collaboration.

Project closeout is the most visible and memorable part of a project to ownership, but it is often relegated to the back burner by project teams (including trades) that have already moved on to a new project. Valuable partnerships can quickly sour when project turnover goes poorly. Learn the keys to building trust between a general contractor and a project owner, how the challenges facing each relate to that relationship, and how to overcome them to transform closeout into a source of value rather than a weak point in the project timeline.

Copachisa is a general contractor of projects ranging from 100,000 sq. ft. to 1 million sq. ft. from schematic design to as-built documentation. In this session, we will share our experience moving forward working in a collaborative environment using Autodesk Forma. Before the pandemic, we usually worked with our information in a physical server. Due the necessity of working remotely, we decided to use BIM 360 software. The challenge was to move 40+ subcontractors and about 42 active projects very quickly (roughly two weeks). The most relevant part was first training the design teams, and then the whole organization. In a short time, we noticed the benefits of working in a web-based environment—for instance, extracting project data to conduct analytics—so we decided to expand our design workflows to precon and construction teams covering the entire project lifecycle. In 2023, we're redefining our internal processes, and by the beginning of 2024, the complete project cycle will be running in this environment.

It's no secret: To successfully complete complex construction projects, all stakeholders must collaborate effectively. Companies need to share the right data and information. Learn how project teams can maximize Bridge in Autodesk Forma to meet company standards, reduce rework, and improve cross-team collaboration. General Motors (GM) has invested $1 billion into building new battery plants, and to do this, the firm asked Barton Malow (general contractor) and Ghafari (architecture engineering firm) to partner together to deliver this massive undertaking. GM knew that traditional construction methods would not meet the timeline and demands of the project, so the firm opted for an integrated project delivery (IPD) method to deliver a project on such a large scale. As an IPD, the partners of GM, Barton Mallow, and Ghafari all share the risk of the project and its rewards. Join Liz Fox from Barton Malow and John Raad from GM to see how Bridge in Autodesk Forma is a critical component of this massive project.

When it comes to construction management, safety is our number one priority. This is because people are our most important asset. The time and energy we invest in keeping people safe will always pay dividends. With Autodesk Forma, we can document safety required by OSHA and generate issue tracking for following up. Autodesk AI technology will also allow for data tracking and trend analysis. Attendees should leave this class understanding how we can make an impact with tracking via forms and issue. The ability of Autodesk AI technology to track safety and make predictions over time should get you excited about the future and what Autodesk can bring to the industry moving forward.

Join us to learn about our product strategy and all upcoming initiatives across our platform solutions for Insight and Autodesk AI. In this session we will be gathering feedback around tools within Autodesk Forma like Reports, Data Connector, Dashboards, and Construction IQ as well as learning about new Autodesk AI powered capabilities currently in development. This is a unique opportunity to influence the product roadmap and explore new ideas about the future of our products with our R&D teams.

Are you finding it challenging to track project components from design to handover? Since 2020, total project input costs—from labor to materials and equipment—have increased by 41%, making the design, delivery, installation, and commissioning of critical components a focal point for successful project delivery. With the Assets tool in Autodesk Forma, there's a better way—better resource planning, better progress tracking, and a better return on your building information modeling (BIM) investment with project assets from design to handover, all in one place. Join this class for industry best practices and a preview of Autodesk's comprehensive asset-tracking technology that provides your office and on-site teams with reliable 3D tools to deliver quality projects and get a handle on project costs.

Join leaders from Edged Energy, Burns & McDonnell, and Gaylor Electric as they unveil innovative strategies for dismantling data silos and enhancing collaboration between owner-operators, general contractors, and trade partners in modular data center developments. This panel will explore the transformative impact of digital delivery, illustrating how unified technology platforms like Autodesk Forma can streamline communication and data management at a project and portfolio level. Gain insights into the synergistic potential of cross-disciplinary partnerships, and learn how these are critical for developing powerful digital delivery practices. The discussion featuring technology and innovation leads will highlight real-world applications of technology tools, challenges overcome, and the process of driving collaboration across teams throughout the infrastructure lifecycle.

Explore how Stowe Australia—the country's largest privately owned electrical and communications contractor with 1,600 employees and an annual revenue of approximately $550 million—has revolutionized its operations by adopting Autodesk Forma. This session will explore the challenges faced when integrating a comprehensive digital solution into a business that has thrived since 1910. We'll discuss our multifaceted strategy to address these challenges, including conducting awareness sessions, holding discovery workshops, implementing tiered training programs, forming a steering committee, and establishing metrics to gauge adoption of Autodesk Forma. Learn about our decision to choose Autodesk Forma, the tangible improvements it has brought to our business, and our future goals for using this technology. This presentation will offer attendees a detailed road map of our implementation process, providing actionable insights for businesses aiming to enhance their digital infrastructures.

In this hands-on lab, we'll walk you through the strategies for creating and deploying your key performance indicator (KPI) dashboards and reports using Insight Builder for Autodesk Forma. Customers have been asking for more flexibility and customization of their reports and dashboards to tailor the report content and layout to different use cases. Today, there are some report configurability capabilities in the Autodesk Forma reporting platform. However, if you need full customization, you need to rely on an external BI tool such as Power BI, which is costly to develop and maintain. Insight Builder brings fully customizable report- and dashboard-builder capability to Autodesk Forma. Join this session to learn the basics of how to get started using Insight Builder, and follow step-by-step instructions to build your own first dashboard in minutes. You'll also have the opportunity to interact with the Autodesk product team and get your questions answered.

Embark on an exhilarating journey with Rosendin, as we elucidate our dynamic approach to managing data from 1,000+ projects in Autodesk Forma. Prepare to be dazzled as we automate data acquisition, extract actionable insights, slash errors, and save time. Dive into our groundbreaking collaboration with Autodesk, harnessing the power of Autodesk Forma Connect recipes to effortlessly pipe data into a centralized data repository. Experience innovative data engineering techniques, transforming raw data into dazzling visualizations. Join us as we dive deep into Autodesk Platform Services APIs and Autodesk Forma Connect recipes, uncovering secrets to turbocharge data consolidation efforts with SQL wizardry. Brace yourself for an electrifying showcase of Power BI visualizations, revealing hidden gems within our data sets. Prepare to be astounded by the transformative impact of our extract, load, and transform processes, delivering efficiency gains of up to 60% compared to traditional methods.

Managing user-access control and evaluating project robustness within the Autodesk Forma hub presents formidable challenges. This case study dives into the innovative strategies devised by Burns & McDonnell, in collaboration with Autodesk Consulting, to confront these obstacles head on. We explore Burns & McDonnell's business requirements and key performance indicators (KPIs), assessing the capabilities of the Autodesk Data Connector and Insight module. The study showcases the development of project robustness assessments using data sets from Data Connector, and dives into the technical intricacies of the ELT process and data pipeline. Emphasis is placed on data engineering processes to curate consolidated tables tailored to customer KPIs. Resulting products include a user-access control tool and robustness scoring systems, transforming raw data into actionable insights. These systems offer detailed intelligence for strategic decision making at Burns & McDonnell.

"You can have the hottest, most innovative solutions but if you don't have people interacting with it in the way it's intended, our investment in it is de-valued". No matter the industry, we must change and adapt to remain relevant and competitive. If only it was down to the technology! This session explores the transformation journey implementing Autodesk Forma (ACC) with intentional change management at Dura Vermeer by bridging technology and people. No magic dust here! This case study will present the journey and process undertook, the activities implemented and those that were not, to enable greater engagement and connectivity of teams while improving efficiency. With stories of lessons learned and future plans to improve, come for the highs and lows, and the practical perspective so you too can 'master' the challenges of change and increase engagement and efficiency while improving adoption of ACC (or any tech for that matter)!

Imagine having to secure more contracts and provide superior service for all clients. Where would you begin? This was the task handed to the team at Jones Engineering Fire Protection, and it's been their focus for the past two years. They have initiated a bold digital strategy aimed at evolving their business, and they've identified five key areas that could be innovated through digital transformation. During this class, discover how Autodesk Forma has been a game changer in merging disparate workflows and data into a unified platform. Our expert presenter will recount the bumps hit along this road and the victories achieved, highlighting the gains in design team productivity and enhanced teamwork among engineers and on-site teams, and how they're influencing upstream workflows to general contractors. This results in a win-win-win situation: a win for Jones, a win for the general contractor, and a win for the client. Don't miss this opportunity to peek into a leading subcontractor's digital makeover and pick up insights to mirror in your business.

In this session, we will cover the basics on how to efficiently design a full-cycle dashboard during a project's startup phase, followed by how to set up automatic refreshes to have the latest and greatest project updates. We will discuss both the importance of simple versus noisy designs and automation workflow for team efficiency—and provide practical examples.

In this session, we'll demonstrate how Egnyte integrates with and complements Autodesk Forma to support your teams, projects, and business operations. We'll hear from two mutual customers as they share their integration use cases and the real-world value they've gained. As a special bonus for AU 2024, the Egnyte product team will be on hand to showcase next-generation integration enhancements. We look forward to seeing you there!

Join us for an insightful panel discussion focusing on the pivotal role of digital professionals in the construction industry. This interactive session, featuring a diverse group of three to five experts, will explore "why" these professionals are indispensable. Our panelists will shed light on pivotal topics such as digital sustainability, data-driven decision making, and how to navigate industry challenges. Discover "how" digital professionals drive transformations that often remain unseen by end users. Learn from our panelists' collective experience with strategies and techniques for overcoming resistance to change, and see how setbacks can be turned into a catalyst for success. The discussion will also focus on "what" tools, exemplified by Autodesk Forma, have proven successful in driving digital change. Our panelists will provide insights on "when" to implement specific strategies, offering guidance based on their vast experience.

When you think about your business, what are your goals, your dreams, your vision? What would you do if you could? You need a platform to simplify how you work, unlock the power of your data, and standardize your processes. Autodesk is that platform. We are enabling construction companies all over the world to forget the old days of a highly fragmented industry and to benefit from connected construction. During this keynote, Autodesk leaders will share Autodesk Forma updates and highlight industry innovators who are pushing the boundaries of what's possible.

Hear from top AEC firms, including Jacobs, Stantec, HDR, SLB, Tetra Tech, SSOE, and STV, as they share how they’re closing the digital skills gap using Autodesk’s 3-step framework from the 2025 Design & Make Report. Learn how AI-powered training, skills gap assessments, and embedded workflows drive tech adoption at scale. Discover the ROI: improved performance, reduced rework, stronger retention, and a competitive edge to win more bids. See how firms are leveraging AI in training to learn faster, retain more, and save time. Explore how custom learning paths and custom workflow training elevate information into knowledge management by curating and pinpointing the exact combination of external training materials with internal workflows—so teams get just enough, just in time, and just for me learning that’s applied to real-world projects.