Create attributes to communicate BIM details

In Forma Data Management, file attributes allow you to label files with useful information without modifying the file name or version. All files have default system attributes such as name and description, but you can add custom attributes the allow you capture information with a more meaningful purpose. This can be useful for setting up your BIM projects with adherence to standards. 

Note that project members with edit or manage permissions can manage attributes at a folder level. Project administrators can also manage attributes at a project-level.

After completing this video, you’ll be able to:

• Explain the importance of BIM standards such as file naming.
• Explain how metadata communicates file purpose or status in a project cycle.
• Assign metadata and other attributes to files.

Video demonstration of Forma Data Management: Project administrator level access; with default permissions.