In BIM and digital construction, automation is transforming workflows, reducing manual effort, and improving efficiency. But is automating everything always the right move? Watch this clip on why replacing human roles purely based on function can create unintended consequences. The Risk of Over-Automation Automation without Context. The example in the reel of a hotel replacing its doorman with an automatic…
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At some point, every BIM manager or Revit user has encountered a messy model where someone has gone overboard with view filters. In one project I inherited, someone had created hundreds of view filters, many of which were completely unused—just sitting there, cluttering up the model. Manually deleting them? Not an option. So, I wrote a Revit API script to…
Having trouble opening cloud-hosted #Revit models? If you’re getting the “Failed to open document” error, there’s a simple fix that can save you hours of troubleshooting.
🛠️ The issue often happens when transferring files via #DesktopConnector—Revit models appear as .rvt but are actually .zip files.
✅ Solution: Rename, extract, and re-upload the model via the BIM 360/ACC web interface for a seamless fix.
Full guide here: https://digitalbbq.au/index.php/2025/02/20/fixing-the-failed-to-open-document-error-in-cloud-hosted-revit-models/
As architects, engineers, and construction professionals, we all know how critical it is to manage project requirements efficiently to ensure we develop comprehensive BIM Execution plans for our projects. Artificial intelligence, particularly Large Language Models (LLMs), can now help streamline the traditionally manual and time-consuming process of analyzing these requirements. This post is part of my ongoing series on AI…
Recent articles claim people are less productive when working from home. From my experience, this is far from true. But it’s not just my observations. Stanford University found a 5% productivity increase during remote work, and the University of Sydney reported similar findings. Another benefit of working from home is that the average worker saves four hours weekly by not…
If you’re like me, some days you might receive a hundred or more emails on any given day, and managing that influx of emails can be tedious. Between coordinating with clients, handling project updates, and scheduling site visits, email can quickly become overwhelming. That’s where email automation using LLMs like ChatGPT and Robotic Process Automation (RPA) tools like Power Automate…
In the AEC industry, staying ahead relies on efficient communication, planning, and the ability to turn complex, fragmented information into actionable insights. One practical way AI is helping with this is through Large Language Models (LLMs), like GPT. Think of these models as a “calculator for words” that helps you structure thoughts, write better, and communicate more clearly. Organising Ideas…
You may have heard the term “Exchange Information Requirements” or “EIR” being thrown around, and wondered what it’s all about. Well, wonder no more! Today we’re looking at what EIRs are, why they’re important, and how they fit into your BIM workflow. Lets Clear Up Some History First First, let’s clear up a common misunderstanding. Back in the olden days…
We’ve all heard the term “lessons learned,” but what does it really mean in our day-to-day work? Recently, someone told me their team doesn’t do lessons learned because it focuses on failures. That kind of mindset completely misses the point. Lessons learned are about growth and improvement, not just pointing out mistakes. Let’s talk about a real-world example of lessons…
As an Excel user, I’m always looking for ways to automate repetitive tasks and make my workflow more efficient. That’s where Office Scripts come in. The way office scripts are advertised out of the box is that they’re a feature in Excel that enables you to automate tasks by recording your actions and replay them whenever I want. you can…