Model Version Analysis in Power BI: Frame and ACC/Forma Templates
Use Frame's version templates to compare completed local models or analyze synchronized ACC/Forma model history in Power BI.
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Autodesk Viewer, APS, Revit, Navisworks, ACC, Forma, and Data Exchange workflows for BIM teams.
Creating Issues from Excel in the Autodesk Viewer
Frame's alpha Excel workflow lets construction teams create location-based issues and markers in an Autodesk Viewer directly from the Frame Excel Add-in.
Large Revit Models in Power BI: Viewer and Dataset Architecture That Scales
How Frame prepares large Revit models and Autodesk Forma data for Power BI with server-side model processing, compressed Parquet artifacts, reusable Assets and Properties queries, stable viewer IDs, and batched 3D operations.
6 Power BI Construction Dashboard Pages for BIM Reviews
A gallery-style walkthrough of six Power BI construction dashboard pages for BIM reviews: overview, model viewer, assets, object tree, quantity takeoff, and clash coordination.
Autodesk Viewer in Power BI: Custom BIM Models Inside Reports
A practical workflow for using a custom Autodesk Viewer-based BIM viewer inside Power BI reports, with large-model support, saved views, colors, markers, and model-to-report interaction.
Autodesk Forma to Power BI: Custom BIM Dashboards for ACC Model Data
A practical look at connecting Autodesk Forma and former ACC project data to custom Power BI BIM dashboards with large-model support, viewer extensions, issues, assets, and model properties.
Generative UI Dashboards for BIM Models with json-render and APS Viewer
A practical look at generating viewer-first BIM dashboards from natural language prompts using Vercel json-render, AI SDK, and Autodesk Platform Services Viewer.
Power BI Dashboards from Local Revit Files Without ACC
Learn when to use local Revit uploads for Power BI BIM dashboards, how the workflow compares with ACC, and what a practical Frame report should include.
Autodesk Data Exchange for Power BI vs Frame: Choosing the Right BIM Dashboard Workflow
Compare Autodesk Data Exchange, Autodesk Data Connector for Power BI, scheduled ACC data extracts, custom APS workflows, and Frame's BIM dashboard templates.
Power BI Templates for BIM Dashboards: Revit, ACC, and Navisworks
A practical guide to Power BI templates for BIM dashboards, including Revit, IFC, ACC/Forma, Navisworks, model health, quantity takeoffs, and clash management.
Navisworks Local Clash Template for Power BI
Frame's Navisworks local clash template helps BIM coordinators turn local clash results into a clean Power BI dashboard for review meetings and progress tracking.
Embedded Viewer Links for Sharing BIM Models
Frame now supports configurable embedded viewer links, making it easier to share BIM models with clients, partners, and project teams without giving everyone full dashboard access.
Line of Balance Visualization in Power BI for Construction Schedules
How Frame connects ACC models to Power BI and makes Line of Balance visualization possible, turning static schedules into live, navigable dashboards shaped around how the work actually happens.
Using AI Agents to Automate Repetitive Tasks in Construction Software
How browser-based AI agents can handle tedious workflows in construction software without APIs or custom integrations. A practical look at automating Autodesk Forma with agent-browser and OpenCode.
New Viewer Launch for Power BI BIM Dashboard Templates
Frame's updated Power BI BIM viewer improves performance, federated model support, interaction modes, 2D selection colors, toolbar UX, and saved viewer states.
Refresh Exported Excel Tables from Updated BIM Models
If your BIM model changes, your Excel workflow should not break. Learn how to use the Frame Excel Add-in to load the updated model and refresh your existing table.
Federated ACC Models and Views in Frame and Power BI
Work with federated views from Autodesk Construction Cloud Model Coordination in Frame and Power BI, including issue tracking, drill-through by child model, and ACC issue webhooks.
File Version Control for BIM Models in Power BI with Frame
Compare Revit and BIM model versions in Power BI using Frame's file version control template to track changes, revisions, and design movement over time.
Clash Dashboard in Power BI for Navisworks and Autodesk BIM
Build a clash dashboard in Power BI using Frame's Navisworks and Autodesk BIM template for coordination meetings, issue tracking, and model review.
Talk to your BIM by Frame: Design analytics with AI in construction
Meet Talk to Your BIM by Frame. Our new AI feature that lets you query your Autodesk and BIM models with natural language. Accessible AI for construction planning and design.
Construction Quantity Takeoff Dashboard with BIM and Power BI
Create construction quantity takeoffs from Revit, ACC/Forma, and BIM model data in Power BI with Frame's QTO dashboard, clean datasets, and 3D viewer.
Automate Model Checking: The New BIM Health Dashboard Template
Reduce validation times and improve model quality. Learn how to visualize Autodesk Validation Tool results with our new 3D Health Dashboard Template.
Power BI Templates for Construction Dashboards and BIM Data
Create Power BI templates for construction dashboards, Revit, IFC, Navisworks, ACC/Forma, and BIM data with clean datasets and a custom 3D viewer.
Autodesk Forma / ACC Power BI Integration Guide
Learn how to connect Autodesk Forma, Autodesk Construction Cloud, ACC, and Revit model data to Power BI dashboards using Frame's BIM reporting workflow.
How Construction Companies Should Use BIM in Construction: A Take from Frame
A practical guide for small to mid-size construction firms on extending BIM beyond design into the construction phase. Learn how Frame helps contractors bring BIM value to the field.
Frame's Custom Viewer for Power BI: Interactive 3D BIM Analytics
Embed interactive 3D BIM models in Power BI with Frame's custom viewer featuring bidirectional filtering and advanced analytics.
Autodesk Viewer: Free 3D Model Viewing and Power BI Workflows
Learn how Autodesk Viewer works, where it is useful, and when BIM teams need Frame's viewer for Power BI, saved views, colors, markers, and model analytics.
Revit Power BI Dashboard Templates for Autodesk BIM Teams
Create Revit Power BI dashboard templates with Frame's clean BIM datasets, custom viewer, ACC/Forma model workflows, and large-model reporting support.
BIM Meets Excel: Smarter Ways to Work with Revit Data in 2025
View and edit BIM data inside Excel using Frame's add-in for smarter workflows and faster decisions.
Revit Power BI Dashboard Guide for BIM Teams
Complete guide to building Revit Power BI dashboards. Compare tools, learn best practices, and transform BIM model data into construction insights.
BIM and Power BI Integration for Digital Twins
Transform your Revit models into powerful digital twins by connecting BIM data to Power BI. Create interactive 3D dashboards with Frame's ready-made templates.
Getting Started with Frame's Excel Integration
Learn how to connect your BIM model to Excel using Frame's integration.
Talk to your BIM
Ask questions in plain language and get instant, accurate answers from your BIM models. Frame's AI democratizes BIM data for every project stakeholder.
Setting up Autodesk integration with Frame
A step-by-step guide to configure your Autodesk Platform Services credentials with Frame