Imagine walking a design site before it’s ever built, with grading, buildings, and utilities unfolding around you in full context. Immersive Digital Workplaces make that possible, turning project models into shared experiences that improve communication and bring teams into alignment before construction begins. In this fast-paced, high-level session, three voices from civil design, immersive technology, and construction will share insights from the field. Rather than a technical deep dive, this session offers a big-picture look at how immersive Digital Workplaces are bridging disciplines, reducing errors, and clarifying complex data throughout the project lifecycle. When stakeholders can visualize a design in its environment, they are empowered to make faster, more confident decisions. Join us to explore how immersive workflows support better outcomes from concept through construction.

Autodesk software empowers intelligent and connected design collaboration across teams and platforms, enhancing design efficiency and streamlining project management. Discover how you and your team can unlock this transformative experience by integrating the capabilities of Forma Data Management—a cloud-based Management and common data environment—with architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) tools: AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Revit software. A panel discussion will tackle the industry’s pressing challenges around collaboration and information exchange, showcasing the advantages of adopting cloud-based workflows. By enabling information sharing among project partners, the Autodesk ecosystem becomes even more valuable for users. Join us to see how Forma Data Management can break down the information barriers and get you on the path toward the Autodesk Forma industry cloud for AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Revit users.

Learn about our holistic approach of deploying Autodesk Platform Services throughout a global engineering business, ensuring we have the right tools for the right tasks! We are transforming our organization, significantly increasing Autodesk Platform Services adoption through a multifaceted and targeted approach of solution development. We’ll explore our comprehensive Autodesk Platform Services strategy, which includes building user-friendly tools native to engineers, training programs, detailed documentation, and cohesive guidance. Learn about a diversified strategy of deploying Autodesk Platform Services solutions through Revit and Civil 3D add-ins, stand-alone web tools, a custom Dynamo library, and integrated workflows—all of which are empowering our engineers in various user groups. Understand each environment’s challenges and learn about tailoring tools to streamline workflows for efficiency and quality gains. We’ll also explore how we’re using artificial intelligence (AI) on top of our web-based Autodesk Platform Services applications, enabling innovative use of data for outcome-based design.

As projects grow more complex with globally distributed teams and multiple locations, adopting tools that simplify collaboration and boost daily efficiency is essential. In this session, we’ll walk you through the cloud-based collaboration capabilities we're investing in to help you communicate and coordinate more effectively with both internal and external stakeholders—driving faster design outcomes.

The entire rail system design process is now managed digitally using Forma Data Management software. Instead of relying on traditional email-based file sharing and approvals, all stakeholders—including the client, consultant, and designer—collaborate in real time on a single digital platform. As a result, delays in approval phases have been significantly reduced, achieving up to 70% savings in paper usage and up to 30% time efficiency in past projects. For upcoming projects, the goal is to implement a fully digital, paperless workflow that boosts Sustainable Design and operational efficiency across the entire design phase.

If your hatches don’t have rhythm and your linework’s got the blues, it’s time to find your high note with the most stage-ready drafting techniques. In this toe-tappin’, line-snappin’, award-winning session, Autodesk Expert Elite Member and AutoCAD Blog author Donnie “The CAD Geek” Gladfelter will deliver techniques as smooth as a steel guitar and as sharp as a sheet set on deadline. With Smart Blocks that take the spotlight at just the right time and Connected Support Files that keep your drawings and setlist in perfect sync, this session will tune your workflow with chart-topping productivity secrets—sure to leave the AI-driven Autodesk Assistant asking for an encore. Whether you’re riding the neon rainbow of the latest AutoCAD features or digging into deep-cut tips only experts know, your drafting skills will shine like a Rhinestone Cowboy on tour.

Water infrastructure owners and operators face poor asset information handover due to system misalignment. Could Automation, Integration, & Customization and integrated data enable Digital Prototypings to support operational efficiency, reduce rework and costs, and improve health and safety (H&S)? Learn how GHD successfully used client-focused data exchange and cloud collaboration during the 40MLD upgrade of Wellington Water Limited’s Te Mārua water treatment plant to ease these struggles. Automating the integration of asset information using Autodesk products enabled delivery of the asset register 12 months early—saving NZ$150,000 and 1,400 hours in asset data management. Combining Esri mobile apps and dashboards enhanced as-built quality and reduced site H&S risks. A proof of concept was developed where GeoBIM and Forma Data Management software were fused to create a Geographic Information Systems (GIS) common data environment (CDE)—the foundation for an operations and maintenance Digital Prototyping. We’ll share valuable lessons on managing evolving data needs and supply chains to demonstrate how connected workflows made Project Delivery more efficient.

This class will explore the transformative potential of no-code and low-code platforms, demonstrating various no-code/low-code technologies related to Autodesk products. We’ll showcase practical examples using Data Exchange from Autodesk products like Revit and Civil 3D, as well as Tekla. Additionally, we’ll demonstrate how to use the Power BI Connector to visualize and analyze data, providing deeper insights and more-informed decision making. We’ll also demonstrate how to connect everything with a web app built in a low-code environment. By the end of the session, you will have a clear understanding of how these tools can be integrated into your workflows to drive innovation and productivity. Furthermore, we will also take a brief look at how to use artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance your applications. This will include a quick overview of how AI can automate tasks and provide predictive insights, giving you a glimpse into the future of AI-driven workflows.

Early-stage infrastructure planning involves tight timelines and complex trade-offs—yet making the right decisions early is critical to a project’s success. In this session, Infraspace Founder & CEO Andreas Kjølseth shows how outcome-based generative design can accelerate decision-making and improve results by enhancing familiar Autodesk workflows. Kristoffer Bugge from Norconsult will share how one of the Nordics’ largest consultancies is applying Infraspace in real projects to boost productivity and deliver greater value to clients—using automated 3D model generation, instant analytics, and AI-powered optimization. Join us to learn how generative design can help planners and engineers explore better options, faster—while integrating smoothly with Autodesk tools like Civil 3D, Navisworks, and Forma.

Parsons, Autodesk, and Esri partnered to solve a massive challenge: how to organize, index, and expose hundreds of infrastructure projects—encompassing hundreds of thousands of CAD and BIM files—in a single, searchable, map-centered interface. This session will present a real-world case study of how the Parsons, Esri, and Autodesk Consulting teams used ArcGIS GeoBIM and Autodesk Platform Services to create an automated and scalable application that connects project locations with associated design documents, enabling users to search, view, and explore design data spatially. Learn how this solution streamlined access to critical files, broke down data silos, and unlocked new efficiencies across Parsons’ enterprise. Whether you're facing legacy data sprawl or planning your own GIS-BIM integration, this session will offer valuable insights and lessons learned.

Management in infrastructure is no longer optional, but implementing cloud-based workflows mid-project—especially in complex rail infrastructure delivery—comes with unique challenges. In this session, we’ll explore SYSTRA’s behind-the-scenes journey of adopting Autodesk Forma during an active rail infrastructure project. From stakeholder pushback and data silos to integration hurdles, we faced the real-world challenges of shifting to a connected, cloud-first delivery model without stopping the train. This session will focus on strategic decisions, lessons learned, and best practices for rolling out Autodesk Forma and connected digital workflows mid-project, and integrating SYSTRA’s in-house tools—without compromising productivity or trust. Whether you’re leading a digital strategy for civil infrastructure or are mid-rollout on a large-scale rail project, you’ll leave with a clearer view of how to lead change and deliver value through cloud-connected collaboration.

Aligning Project Delivery across three engineering firms—spanning 5,000+ staff and major sectors like transportation, water, and buildings—is no small feat. This session will share how we’ve built a unified approach to Project Delivery, balancing consistency with flexibility. We’ll explore how governance, culture, and shared frameworks are helping us deliver at scale—while adapting to project and sector-specific needs. A key enabler has been our partnership with Autodesk, who supported us in adopting tools like Autodesk Forma into our standard workflows. From implementation to integration, Autodesk Forma is helping us streamline collaboration, enhance data continuity, and improve design coordination. If you’re leading digital strategy across a complex organization—or trying to get teams on the same page—this session will offer practical insights, tested methods, and honest lessons learned.

Join us to discover how Ramboll, a prominent multidisciplinary engineering firm, formed a partnership with Autodesk to drive sustainable change and Management through innovative solutions, agile methodologies, and a strategy centered around data and an artificial intelligence (AI) platform. The "Together for Better Outcomes" initiative demonstrates the integration of Autodesk solutions—such as Autodesk Forma, Civil 3D, Revit, Autodesk Forma, and Datum360—across thousands of projects, ensuring user engagement and optimizing workflows. By employing digital change management principles and agile development methodologies, this strategy has successfully eradicated silos, standardized procedures, and created new revenue streams. Through this framework, Ramboll has developed custom solutions tailored to solve specific pain points in its workflows, enhancing the firm’s overall effectiveness and adaptability. These efforts are enabling Ramboll to deliver its vision of being the “Partner for Sustainable Change.”

Transitioning your AutoCAD/Civil 3D projects to the Autodesk Forma platform can seem overwhelming, especially for small to mid-sized companies. In this case study, we’ll explore how Crozier Consultant Engineers successfully migrated both new and existing projects to Autodesk Forma (Forma Data Management, Forma Design Collaboration). For many companies, shifting from a Windows-based file system to Forma Data Management is a relatively new experience. We'll examine the benefits of working in a cloud environment, and the challenges of moving existing projects to the cloud. Additionally, we'll explore best practices for this transition and the tools that can facilitate the process.

How do you turn 20 years of fragmented, paper-based facility documentation into a powerful operational decision-making tool? Join The Kraft Group and Symetri as they unpack the strategy, technology, and value behind their development of a Digital Prototyping that spans BIM and GIS for Gillette Stadium and beyond. Leveraging Autodesk Revit, Civil 3D, and ACC for model development and project delivery, this program federates BIM and other data sources and integrates with an ArcGIS-powered environment to support everything from security planning to energy management. Attendees will learn how the Autodesk ecosystem is being used to enforce data standards, and drive coordination across departments. Discover how BIM content is repurposed as operational datasets, delivering value far beyond design and construction, and how spatial context was added using GIS integration for wayfinding, event planning, and more. You'll also hear how The Kraft Group made the business case for long-term investment in Autodesk and ESRI technologies by capturing value early and often. This session is perfect for facility owners, architects, and consultants looking to evolve their BIM workflows into Digital Prototypings with real-world operational impact.

Colliers Engineering & Design’s (CED) transition from on-prem Vault to Autodesk Forma (ACC) was driven by the need to eliminate data silos, support massive datasets, and scale across multi-discipline teams and acquisitions. This session explores how CED approached the shift strategically — partnering with ARKANCE and Autodesk to reimagine workflows while honoring what already worked well. You’ll learn how to analyze your current environment, define end goals, and run effective pilot programs with SAT/UAT testing to evaluate performance, latency, and user experience. Discover the importance of documentation, change management, and building an ACC Guideline and Data Process Document to support rollout and adoption. Whether you're a large firm or a small team, this session offers practical insights, lessons learned, and a roadmap to a successful ACC migration — paving the way for connected clouds, integrations, and a smarter future.

This session presents a real-world tunnel infrastructure project that leveraged parametric design to reduce construction risk and improve coordination. A parametric adaptive ring family, developed in collaboration with Autodesk, served as the base for a modular tunnel model in Revit. Using Dynamo, both primary and secondary structures were generated, and system layouts were added for space proofing. The model was then integrated into Autodesk Forma to support cross-disciplinary collaboration between structure, MEP, and design teams. This connected workflow improved communication, reduced errors, and supported earlier decision-making. Attendees will discover a scalable strategy for managing complexity in linear infrastructure projects and see how parametric design helps create robust, coordinated models ready for execution.

Nashville’s once-in-a-generation water plant upgrade is using cloud tools and virtual reality (VR) to set a new standard for how critical facilities are designed. The ambitious project fits a new modern plant into a complex campus, and, notably, will convert a beautiful 105-year-old filter building into an advanced treatment unit. It will not only establish a climate-resilient water supply for Nashville, but it will also honor the historic site with thoughtful architecture and achieve the highest standards in project Sustainable Design. The design was a multi-year collaborative effort between 10 firms. Autodesk Forma was the cornerstone, with Revit and Civil 3D models brought together daily in a federated Navisworks model. This talk will cover how the live model accessed through Resolve VR empowered all levels of owner staff to engage in project development in ways not otherwise possible—from O&M teams providing frequent detailed input to City officials quickly understanding the site in broad strokes.

The Tokaido Shinkansen high-speed Japanese rail line excels globally in safety, punctuality, and frequency. This project aims to transform infrastructure maintenance using BIM. Although Japan rail owners are adopting BIM, efforts remain siloed across teams and lack integrated optimization. Rail maintenance requires ongoing inspection, diagnosis, action, and documentation. Seamless data handover is essential to reducing lifecycle costs, but information often stays locked in noninteroperable systems. JR Central addressed this by piloting a common data environment and object library for embankments, following ISO 19650-based information management. Interoperability was ensured through openBIM standards such as Industry Foundation Classes (IFC) and bSDD (buildingSMART Data Dictionary), which unify object definitions and data formats. Revit and Autodesk Forma, powerful BIM tools, were also adopted to enhance authoring consistency and collaborative workflows. This initiative unlocks a new era in infrastructure maintenance—firmly grounded in interoperability.