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Forma Build

The complete construction management solution, now with a simplified two-tier structure designed around how your team actually works, whether in the field or in the office.

  • Important update effective May 7, 2026: Autodesk Build is transitioning from three tiers to two plans, Forma Build Essentials and Forma Build. The legacy Forma Build 550 and Forma Build 5000 plans will no longer be available for new purchases or renewal after this date. Please review the options below and contact your Microcad advisor to plan your transition.

Choose the Right Plan for Your Team⁨

Autodesk Build now offers two clear options: a field-focused tier and a full project delivery suite. Seats are user-based, no sheet limits apply.

  • Plan 1

    Forma Buil Essentials

    ⁨Field Operations

Built for lean crews and growing jobs, Forma Build Essentials brings the jobsite tools contractors rely on together in one place. Projects are quick to set up and easy to access. Designed for small to mid-sized contractors who need simple, mobile-friendly workflows with minimal setup and training.

Key Benefits
  • 1
    Fast purchase-to-project setup with low administrative lift
  • 2
    Accelerated time-to-value focused on core field workflows
  • 3
    Simplified user experience that supports rapid adoption by field crews with minimal training
  • 4
    Mobile access to drawings, 3D models, documents, forms, photos, and issues
  • 5
    Available on web and mobile, with offline-capable workflows for low-connectivity environments

Included Tools

  • Sheets (drawings viewer, including 3D model viewing)
  • Files & document management
  • Issues management
  • Forms & inspections
  • Photos & field documentation
  • Members management
  • Bridge (cross-project data sharing)
  • Core Admin (projects, members, companies, templates, settings)
  • Locations

Not Included

  • Specifications, RFIs
  • Submittals, Meetings
  • Correspondence, Schedule
  • Assets, Reports & analytics
  • Autodesk AI (Autodesk Assistant, Quick Create Issues, Quick RFI Create)
  • Extended Admin (custom roles, libraries, apps, integrations, advanced permissions)
  • Docs, Insight, Cost products
  • Handover & Classifications

  • Plan 2

    Forma Build

    Full Project Delivery
The complete construction management platform for project owners, general contractors, and office teams who need full project controls, advanced reporting, and AI-powered insights. Includes everything in Forma Build Essentials plus the full suite of project management, cost management, and field management tools.

Everything in Essentials, plus

  • Specifications
  • Submittals management
  • Correspondence
  • Assets
  • Autodesk AI (Autodesk Assistant, Quick Create Issues, Quick RFI Create)
  • Docs, Insight, Cost management products
  • RFIs (Requests for Information)
  • Meetings
  • Schedule
  • Reports & analytics dashboards
  • Extended Admin (custom roles, libraries, apps, integrations, advanced permissions)
  • Handover & Classifications

What Does This Mean for My Licenses?⁨

Whether you’re a new customer or renewing existing licenses, here’s what to expect after May 7, 2026.

SCENARIO YOUR OPTIONS KEY CONSIDERATION
New purchase
(after May 7) 		Choose between Forma Build Essentials (field use) or Forma Build (full project controls) Selection is based on the functionality your users need, not on sheet volume.
Renewal,
Downgrade path 		Renew as Forma Build Essentials Users will lose access to Specifications, RFIs, Submittals, Reports, AI, and advanced permissions. Best suited for field-only users.
Renewal, Upgrade path Renew as Forma Build (full product) Retain all current capabilities plus AI features and advanced permissions. Recommended for project management and owner teams.

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  • Note on upgrades: A Forma Build Essentials license can be upgraded to Forma Build at any time, you do not have to wait until renewal. All existing project data is retained when upgrading.
    Note on downgrades: Downgrades to Forma Build Essentials can only happen at renewal, in accordance with Autodesk policy.

Capability Overview⁨

Functionality Forma Build Essentials Forma Build
Products
Docs
Insight
Cost
Tools
Sheets
Files
Issues
Forms
Photos
Bridge
Core Admin*
Locations
Extended Admin**
Specifications
RFIs
Submittals
Meetings
Correspondence
Schedule
Assets
Reports
Autodesk AI
*Core Admin includes: projects, members, companies, templates, and settings.
**Extended Admin includes: custom roles, libraries, apps, integrations, and advanced permissions.

Ready to Plan Your Transition?

Our team is here to help you evaluate which plan is the right fit for each user role, before the May 7, 2026 deadline.