Planera, a leading provider of modern, AI-native CPM scheduling software for the construction industry, today announced a new direct integration with Autodesk Forma®, the first end-to-end cloud-based, AI-native platform built for architects, engineers, contractors, and owners. Schedulers and project controls teams can now publish live schedules from Planera directly into the Autodesk® Forma Build™ Schedule module with a single click, keeping field and document management workflows synchronized across the entire project lifecycle.
Historically, keeping field teams up to date with the master schedule required a tedious, error-prone manual export-and-upload routine. By connecting Planera directly to Forma Build, project teams eliminate local file handling entirely. Every update pushed from Planera automatically generates a cleanly sequenced new version inside Forma Build, ensuring the field always accesses the most current plan.
Direct Integration Benefits:
- One Click, No File Juggling: Schedulers can export straight from an active Planera schedule into the Forma Build Schedule module, eliminating the need to download files locally or manage manual uploads.
- Continuous Version Control: Each sync automatically creates a new version of the file within Forma Build. Forma dynamically surfaces the newest version, maintaining a clean historical log while protecting field teams from outdated data.
- Instant Configuration: The export tool instantly discovers a user's specific Forma Build hubs, projects, and target schedule folders. Setup takes less than 10 seconds, with settings safely remembered for subsequent updates.
- Proven Foundation: Built using the same highly rated design pattern as Planera’s existing integration solutions, the Autodesk connector provides a seamless and familiar workflow experience for general contractors and owner organizations.
“When project updates stall in silos between the scheduling office and the jobsite, it compromises margins and risks execution delays,” said Nitin Bhandari, CEO and co-founder of Planera. “By enabling a direct, one-click push into Autodesk Forma, we are removing the friction of manual file management entirely. General contractors can now keep the field completely aligned with the master plan in real time, making schedules a dynamic driver of project success rather than a static compliance exercise.”
“Coordinating stakeholders and ensuring successful project delivery requires a detailed, and up-to-date schedule,” said James Cook, director of industry and technology partnerships at Autodesk. “Planera’s new integration with Autodesk Forma helps builders keep schedule data current, improve coordination across their teams, and make more informed decisions across the project lifecycle.”
The direct integration is built on the exact foundational experience that general contractors rely on to connect back-office tracking with field execution. It bridges the gap between sophisticated critical path method (CPM) analysis and day-to-day document workflows, removing a major hurdle for teams standardized on Autodesk Forma Data Management and Forma Build.
The Autodesk Forma integration is available immediately to all Planera users.
Planera is a leading provider of modern, AI-native CPM scheduling software that transforms project planning and management for the construction industry. Trusted by industry leaders including Balfour Beatty, Barton Malow, Big-D Construction, HITT Contracting, Ryan Companies, Skanska, and Zachry Construction, Planera empowers teams to build faster, smarter, and with greater clarity. Planera is backed by investors such as Sierra Ventures, Sorenson Capital, Brick & Mortar Ventures, Prudence, and Firebolt. Learn more at www.planera.io.
