| Made by | Autodesk |
|---|---|
| Category | Construction management |
| Best for | Contractors, Developers, Engineers |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android |
| Pricing | Paid. Subscriptions by product, such as Forma Build and Forma Data Management (formerly Autodesk Docs); see Autodesk's pricing pages. |
| Facts last checked | 12 November 2026 |
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What can Autodesk Forma do for AEC teams?
| Task | How it helps, and the check |
|---|---|
| Finding project information | Autodesk Assistant finds, checks and summarises project data in conversation. Check answers against the source records. |
| Risk scanning | Construction IQ scans issues, checklists and observations to highlight risk for the project team. |
| Document automation | Extracts drawing data, divides specifications into sections and builds submittal logs automatically. |
| Preconstruction | Detects symbols in takeoff and extracts financial data for bid review. |
Strengths and limitations
Strengths
- AI built into a platform many contractors and designers already use.
- Works across documents, models and project management.
- Has an India region for sign-in (acc.ind.autodesk.com).
Limitations
- Only useful if your projects run on Autodesk's platform.
- Products are bought separately, so check which AI features each subscription includes.
- We couldn't read Autodesk's AI trust pages when checking this listing.
What happens to your data?
- Autodesk says it follows strict governance processes to protect customers' personal data and intellectual property; its AI trust centre has the detail.
- We couldn't verify whether customer data trains Autodesk's AI; read the Autodesk AI trust centre and your contract.
- Leave client and staff personal data out unless the task needs it, in line with India's DPDP Act, 2023.
CloudBrain’s view
The natural AI option for teams already on Autodesk's construction platform, because the features work on your existing documents and models. Confirm which subscription includes which AI features, and read Autodesk's AI data terms.
What is Autodesk Forma?
Autodesk Forma brings together what was Autodesk Construction Cloud, including Autodesk Build and Autodesk Docs (now Forma Build and Forma Data Management). AI features run across documents, models and project records.
How do AEC teams use Autodesk Forma?
- Finding information across project documents
- Spotting risk in issues and observations
- Building submittal logs from specifications
What should you check before using it on projects?
- Check which subscription includes which AI features.
- Review AI answers against the source records.
- Read Autodesk's AI trust centre on data use.
Alternatives to Autodesk Forma
Frequently asked questions
Is Autodesk Forma the same as Autodesk Construction Cloud?
- Yes. Autodesk says Autodesk Construction Cloud is now part of Autodesk Forma, with no data migration or licensing change.
What AI features does it have?
- Autodesk lists Autodesk Assistant, Construction IQ risk scanning, drawing and specification extraction, automatic submittal logs, photo tagging and symbol detection in takeoff.
Is it available in India?
- Autodesk lists an India region for sign-in. Check product availability and pricing for India with Autodesk.
Sources (checked 12 November 2026)
- Autodesk Forma for construction (opens in a new tab)
- AI in Autodesk construction (opens in a new tab)
- Autodesk Construction Cloud is now Autodesk Forma (opens in a new tab)
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