Live construction plan collaboration for the whole project team
BuildTools gives builders a live plan workspace where PMs, supers, designers, trade partners, and owners can work from the current drawing context without emailing static PDFs around.
Why plan collaboration breaks down
How live plan collaboration maps into BuildTools
Move from file exchange to shared project context.
| File-sharing workflow | In BuildTools |
|---|---|
| Email plan PDFs | Share live plan links with unlimited viewers |
| Separate markup and action tracking | Link markups to tasks, documents, RFIs, and punch items |
| Print plans that drift out of date | Use QR-linked printed plans that open current drawing context |
| Desktop-only access | Browser access across Mac, iPad, Windows, and field devices |
| Standalone takeoff files | Takeoff quantities and markup stay tied to the project |
What you get with BuildTools
- Live plan links for the project team.
- Unlimited viewers for shared drawing access.
- PDF markup, takeoff, and version context in the browser.
- Links from plans to tasks, documents, RFIs, and punch items.
- QR-linked printed plan sets.
- Cross-device support for Mac, iPad, Windows, and field devices.
Frequently asked questions
What is live construction plan collaboration?
It means the team works from a shared, current plan record instead of exchanging static PDFs and hoping everyone has the latest version.
Can external partners view plans?
Yes. BuildTools supports unlimited viewers for shared plan workflows so trade partners and other stakeholders can see current plan context.
Can plans link to tasks and punch items?
Yes. Plan context can connect to tasks, documents, RFIs, and punch items so drawing decisions become tracked work.
Does live plan collaboration work in the field?
Yes. Browser-based access works across Mac, iPad, Windows, and field devices.
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