8 NAVISWORKS TIPS

FOR ENHANCED BIM

COORDINATION AND
EFFECTIVE PROJECT
MANAGEMENT

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Create a
comprehensive BIM
execution plan
This will help you stay organized and ensure that
everyone on your team is on the same page.
Before you start coordinating your BIM models in
Navisworks, make sure you have a detailed BIM
execution plan that outlines the goals, objectives,
and workflows for your project.

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Use clash
detection
Navisworks has a powerful clash detection tool
that can help you identify and resolve clashes
between different building elements. By running
clash detection regularly, you can catch potential
issues early on and avoid costly rework later in the
project.

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Establish a naming
convention
To keep your Navisworks project organized,
establish a consistent naming convention for all
the files and objects in your model. This will make
it easier to find and reference specific items later
on.

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Create custom views

Navisworks allows you to create custom views of
your model, which can be helpful when presenting
to stakeholders or reviewing specific areas of the
project. Take advantage of this feature to highlight
important details and communicate effectively
with your team.

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Collaborate with
other software
Navisworks can integrate with other BIM software
such as Revit, AutoCAD, and SketchUp. Make sure
you are taking advantage of these integrations to
ensure a seamless workflow between different
software programs.

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Utilize the
Quantification tool
Navisworks also has a quantification tool that can
help you extract data from your model and create
material takeoffs, cost estimates, and other
reports. This can be a powerful tool for project
management and budgeting.

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Set up clash reports

Set up clash reports that are tailored to your
team's needs. This will help you communicate
clashes effectively with the team and ensure that
they are resolved in a timely manner.

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Train your team

Navisworks can be a complex tool, so make sure
your team is trained on how to use it effectively.
This will help them understand the best practices
for coordination and ensure that everyone is using
the tool consistently.

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