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Build and distribute Frame-powered dashboards in Microsoft Power BI for every project model.

Analytics Updated Sep 5, 2025

Introduction

Frame converts model data into ready-to-use Microsoft Power BI reports so project teams can blend design context with business KPIs. Follow these steps to move from model upload to published dashboards.

Upload Models to Frame

  1. Sign in to Frame and open the project you want to analyze.
  2. Upload models from local storage or connect Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC) projects under Add from local or Add from ACC in the Frame dashboard.
  3. Confirm the upload. Frame secures the source files while it prepares the data for analytics.

Wait for Translation to Finish

Frame needs to translate each model before reporting is available. Translation time depends on file type and complexity. Monitor progress in the Frame dashboard; once complete, the data becomes available to Power BI templates and datasets.

Create Frame Reports

  1. After translation, open the projects Reports area.
  2. Choose the Power BI report template that matches your model type:
    • Local model templates for RVT, NWD, IFC, or ZIP uploads.
    • ACC templates that combine synced models, issues, and metadata from Autodesk Construction Cloud.
  3. Configure any filters or mappings Frame requests. Frame generates the dataset and packages a .pbix file for each report configuration.

Download Reports into Power BI Desktop

  1. From the report list, select Download Power BI.
  2. Save the .pbix package locally and open it with Power BI Desktop.
  3. The report contains pre-modeled tables, visuals, and connections back to Frame�s refresh endpoint.

Share and Publish Power BI Reports

With the .pbix file open in Power BI Desktop, you can:

  • Review and adapt visuals or add new pages to highlight project KPIs.
  • Share the report directly with teammates or publish to the Power BI Service.
  • Schedule refreshes using the Frame-provided data source so updates reflect the latest model translation.

By following this workflow, every translated Frame model can power rich dashboards and executive reporting inside Power BI.