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Autodesk Forma

by Autodesk

Get more done in the planning phase

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An independent review evaluating the value and features of Autodesk Forma as an AI-powered architecture tool.

About This Product

Data-driven software for site design and analysis, serving as an early-phase tool for architects, urban planners, and real estate developers within the AEC industry cloud.

Capabilities

How this product is delivered and what's included out of the box.

Mobile app
Not available
Free trial
No
Free tier
No
Public API
No
Deployment
Cloud

Trust & Privacy

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Data export available on request

"To request a copy of the personal data in your account, please"
Confidence: medium Source

Data deletion honored on request

"You can also delete your personal data and close your account."
Confidence: high Source

Primary policy document: https://www.autodesk.com/company/legal-notices-trademarks/privacy-statement

FSH Score Breakdown

Ease of Use
5.0
Features
6.5
Support
5.0
Value
5.5
Integrations
8.0
AI Capabilities
1.5

Features

98 features confirmed across 11categories· Showing confirmed capabilities only

Platform & Customization33features

Document ManagementDocument ManagementForma BoardForma BoardSingle Sign-OnSingle sign-on (SSO)Back Office Data SyncCustom data synchronizationRole-Based Access ControlRole-based permissionsAnalytics APIAccess project data via APIAPI Automation for ProcessesApproval ManagementForma Board collaborative review
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BIM Project Delivery and CoordinationCloud-Based Schematic Design and AnalysisContinuous Data SyncingCustom API AccessCustom Software ProgrammingBuild custom tools for AEC teamsDesign CollaborationDirectory SyncDirectory syncDynamic User Group CreationDefault group assignmentsForma Data ManagementImport and Export DataMulti-ERP IntegrationIntegrate with ERP and BIM systemsReal-Time Design ReviewsLightweight Scripting Environment for App DevelopmentThird-Party IntegrationIntegrate with ERP and BIM systemsApp and Data Source EnvironmentsAutomatic Submittal LogModel ConditioningData Exportdata synchronizationBIM IntegrationBrowser-Based 3D Modeling InterfaceCentralized Data ManagementDrawings and Specs ManagementCustom FieldsCustom toolsDrag And Drop Form BuilderForma Site DesignVisual Workflow DiagrammingVisual workflow diagramming

Estimating & Quoting20features

Quoting & EstimatesBid Management3D Building and Infrastructure Design3D massing modeling and iterationDesign Document GenerationGeolocated Revit project generationSystem Design3D modeling and massing iterationSite Context SetupSite Context Setup with Geolocated DataAI Powered Design Automations for Site and Massing CreationDesign automations for rapid site and massing creationDesign Development Wizard
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Design Document And Proposal ExportDynamic 3D Modeling And VisualizationForma Building DesignForma Site DesignSite Context ModelingSite Context Setup with Geolocated Revit Project ExportGeo-Locate DesignsGeolocated Revit exportDigital Takeoff2D & 3D Quantification4D and 5D SimulationAssembly BuilderForma BuildDesign Markup And ComparisonForma Board for markup and option comparisonAutoCAD GenerationCollaborative design review

AI & Automation12features

AI Powered OptioneeringRapid Site OptioneeringAutomation Rulesworkflow automationAI Powered Environmental AnalysisAI-powered environmental analysisAI Powered OptimizationAI Powered Site AnalysisAI Driven Design SuggestionsAI-powered design toolsAI Plan ReviewCollaborative visual workspace for design reviewsAI SupportAI-powered capabilities
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No Code Workflow AutomationDynamo Player Extension for task automationCreate, Design and Manage Workflows for Repetitive TasksAutomation with Logic EditorSentiment AnalysisCollaborative review

Compliance & Safety10features

Acoustic ModelingSite context analysisDecarbonization TrackingEmbodied carbon analysisEnergy ModelingSun hours analysisEnvironmental Performance AnalysisCarbon AnalysisCarbon analysisSun Hours AnalysisCommercial Building Tax Deductions (179D) QualificationDuct DesignSite planning
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Daylight and Solar AnalysisManual J CalculationsAI-powered optioneering

Technician Management6features

Training CoursesArtificial IntelligenceTechnician CoachingExpert coaching and learning plansTime TrackingTrackingSafety Documentation ManagementSafety ManagementAutomated Quality AssuranceQuality ManagementInspection ManagementIssue Management

Reporting & Analytics5features

ReportingReportingAnalyticsAI-powered analysesEconomic AnalysisEnvironmental analysisReal Time Project Dashboards with Cost to Complete and Schedule VarianceData WarehousingData Federation

CRM & Sales4features

CRMCase managerCase ManagementDedicated Success ManagerAI Lead ScreeningQualification

Mobile & Field Tools3features

Digital FormsForma Data ManagementCustomizable Forms and ContractsLiDAR IntegrationReality Capture

Fleet & GPS Management2features

GPS TrackingGeolocated Revit project exportGIS RoutingSite planning

Customer Communication2features

Customer Support8x5 supportClient PortalDesign collaboration

Scheduling & Dispatch1feature

Project ManagementProject Management

Integrations 23 across 3 categories

Productivity 16
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