BIM Track Reviews

Pros

I appreciate how BIM Track enhances project visualization by letting me create 3D models of the project, which I can view and interact with in virtual reality. This feature helps me and my team better visualize and understand the project, improving our decision-making and reducing the risk of mistakes. The tool also boosts efficiency and productivity by automating many tasks that would otherwise be done manually, like generating reports and tracking progress, streamlining the project management process.

Cons

Setting up BIM Track involved an initial investment in hardware and software, plus training for our team. This upfront cost was quite significant for us.

Pros

I can easily raise and resolve issues with this tool directly within the 3D model.

Cons

I find the cost of this tool to be too high.

Pros

I can track our coordination issues live with the Navisworks file thanks to its integration. I can raise issues using this software and also update any coordination issues to our clients and between teams.

Cons

I think the software's charges are a bit steep, and it would be better if it were always included with Navisworks. Ideally, these charges shouldn't be extra and should be provided for free with Navisworks.

Pros

BIM Track brings BIM theories and ideas into practice, helping me identify flaws and deficiencies in various systems or architectural projects before or during implementation. This helps prevent repetitive work and reduces project downtime.

Cons

There's nothing unwanted in BIM Track. It's easy to use, and the mobile app is really handy for solving issues right on site.

Pros

BIM Track is among the best intuitive applications for applying BIM concepts, especially for detecting interferences between different systems, like MEP systems with finishes, and resolving them before implementation starts. Its support in tracking these interferences and any issues that arise during implementation makes it a key resource for handling requests for information from subcontractors. I also appreciate how it communicates via mobile, allowing me to address issues directly on-site without the need to return to the office for meetings.

Cons

Nothing stands out negatively. All functions work as expected. BIM Track integrates with many auxiliary applications, making it more effective. The ease of downloading and sharing plans with the team really helps with project participation and timely implementation of solutions.

Pros

Being able to quickly add issues from all Autodesk platforms is fantastic.

Cons

The grouping of clashes is effective, but automating the process of isolating elements to create issues could be improved.

Pros

The filtering tool is excellent, with great synchronization between the web and the program tool.

Cons

Sometimes, the same section view in Navisworks doesn't appear correctly as it might be removed.

Pros

Its interface is really user-friendly. I love its tracking features, as I can easily monitor and address issues.

Cons

Improvements are needed for exporting clash reports and naming headers. I've had to create various reports with specific naming formats, but the platform only lets me do so by editing the project name. Also, clashes exported from Navisworks don't display correctly when using the View in Model function.

Pros

Although I'm new to construction, I have extensive experience in design, and using BIM Track has been a no-brainer. It fosters collaboration among a diverse team and is simple to use, ensuring that everyone is accountable for their assigned issues.

Cons

Mobilizing this technology in the field has been challenging. The 3D viewer isn't as efficient as some leading tools. Our workflow as a GC relies on various file formats from subcontractors, not just IFC.

Pros

The overall project review process is seamlessly integrated with the Revit plugin.

Cons

The viewer functions are limited, and switching between viewer and project parameters in the interface is cumbersome.

Pros

My coordination meetings have become much easier with this tool. It allows me to report issues upstream more effectively, giving everyone visibility into errors.

Cons

I've encountered some software bugs, but the customer service team resolved them quickly.

Pros

The communication tool maintains a history of all issues and facilitates the coordination workflow.

Cons

Online model navigation could definitely be improved.

Pros

The price is reasonable for the subscription. It allows me to track issues across multiple software platforms. Managers and Superintendents can access information online while VDC focuses on tools like Revit and Navisworks, making it flexible to collaborate and illustrate issues in projects.

Cons

The Revit documentation process feels clunky. The BIM Track UI needs better two-way interaction between Revit work and BIM Track issues. I often find updates happening in the wrong item selected in the UI.

Pros

This software is very helpful for coordinating various aspects of a design project. I like the option to take screenshots, mark them, and the ability to post messages and generate issue reports.

Cons

The viewer is still quite basic and not very intuitive. Uploading IFC files takes a lot of time, and the automated upload feature doesn't work well.

Pros

The issue accountability feature of the software is excellent.

Cons

It doesn't capture images of the model as the issue status changes, which would give BIM Track an extra edge.

Pros

Integrating the software into our projects was quite seamless. The initial four training videos were immensely helpful for both myself and my team, laying a strong groundwork. After we became acquainted with the basics, the "End User" training proved to be highly advantageous, offering detailed and practical insights. These sessions significantly improved our proficiency with the software. The tools and functionalities I've learned have made our coordination process much more efficient. They facilitate everything from task grouping and issuing to detecting and analyzing collisions in either the native software or Navisworks, streamlining our overall workflow.

Cons

For grouping clashes, it would be helpful to keep the grouping mode choices active as long as the window is open instead of resetting to None when selecting the next clash test. It would also be nice to have an icon indicating if a clash test has already been grouped. Additionally, the 100-view limit on clash groups should be reconsidered. An option to auto-group viewpoints beyond 100 would be very useful. Syncing clash status both ways between Navisworks and BIM Track would streamline the process significantly.

Pros

BIM Track was a powerful tool when we were just starting our business. It proved invaluable for storing and managing issues from our customers' projects.

Cons

However, the renewal price after a year was too high for our market. Consequently, we canceled our subscription.

Pros

The ability to quickly disseminate information and keep track of every task with just a few clicks is a major advantage. I really liked that I could set up programmed uploads from Revit. Overall, it's very easy to use and allows for extensive customization.

Cons

It would be easier to use with teams from different companies if each company could buy individual licenses and access our Hub setup. For example, if my company has 50 users, I'd buy 50 licenses, and if a project needs 1000 users, each company could join according to their needs. Not a con, but a suggestion: It would be great to import Point Cloud files to mark up and address issues like drawings or models, and integration with Autodesk BIM 360 would be beneficial.

Pros

Viewing issues in the model is very useful. I appreciate being able to jump to an issue with the Navisworks plugin.

Cons

Sometimes, the "View in Model" button doesn't work, which usually requires restarting Navisworks, a time-consuming process for larger models.

Pros

It focuses simply on creating and managing issues with no other distractions, workflows, or features.

Cons

The price is far too high for small firms like ours. We manage many small projects and need to communicate with numerous people. The current pricing structure doesn't accommodate this well.