Getting Started with Frame: Your BIM Analytics Platform Guide
Welcome to Frame: Transform Your BIM Data into Business Intelligence
Are you tired of your BIM models gathering digital dust after the design phase? You’re not alone. According to industry research, 92% of construction firms admit their BIM models never leave the design office. Frame changes that by turning your static BIM files into powerful business analytics that everyone from project managers to C-suite executives can understand and act upon.
What is Frame?
Frame is a cloud-based platform that connects your BIM data with business metrics to provide actionable insights throughout the entire project lifecycle. Our platform serves as a bridge between technical BIM models and the business side of construction, enabling decision-makers at all levels to leverage the wealth of information contained in your models.
Getting Started with Frame
Step 1: Create Your Account
Begin by registering for an account on our platform. Click the “Sign Up” button in the top-right corner of our homepage and follow the registration process. Once completed, you’ll have access to your personalized dashboard.
Step 2: Set Up Your Profile
After logging in, navigate to your User Profile by clicking on the sidebar menu. Here you can:
- Update your personal information
- Set your company details
- Configure your APS (Autodesk Platform Services) credentials for seamless BIM integration
Step 3: Upload Your First BIM Model
From your dashboard, you can easily manage all your BIM models in one place:
- Click the “Actions” dropdown and select “Add from Computer”
- Select your BIM model file (.rvt, .rfa, .ifc, .nwd etc.)
- Wait while our system processes your model
- Once complete, your model will appear in your project list with a “Complete” status
After uploading, you have several powerful options for each model:
- See in viewer: Open our interactive 3D viewer to explore your model
- Create report: Generate a Power BI template with pre-built analytics
Step 4: Explore Your Model in the 3D Viewer
Our viewer provides a powerful set of tools for model exploration and collaboration:
Key features in the viewer:
- Navigate through your 3D model with intuitive controls
- Create and save markups to highlight important areas
- Share specific views with team members
- Access model properties and metadata
The “Draw” and “Save Markup” tools allow you to annotate your model and save important views for later reference or team collaboration. These markups can be accessed anytime and shared with other team members.
Step 5: Generate Your First Report
Frame makes it easy to transform your BIM data into actionable business intelligence through our Power BI integration:
To create your first report:
- Select a model from your dashboard
- Click the “Create Report” button
- Wait while our system processes the data and generates your Power BI template
- Download the .pbit file once processing is complete
The generated template comes pre-configured with:
- Data model optimized for BIM analytics
- Standard visualizations
- Interactive filters and slicers
Simply open the template in Power BI Desktop to begin exploring your data and creating custom reports. Our templates are fully customizable, allowing you to:
- Add new visualizations
- Modify existing calculations
- Create custom measures
- Apply your company’s branding
Need Help?
Our support team is available to assist you with any questions or issues:
- Email: contact@bimframe.co
- Phone: +1 (415) 555-0123
- Live Chat: Available Monday through Friday, 9am-6pm in all time zones.
Ready to transform how your organization utilizes BIM data? Start your free trial today and discover the power of Frame!