Newforma Reviews & Product Details

I like the automation of our file management. It really helps us streamline our processes for our team. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Other companies we wor with that are not using Newforma. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The ease of it. It does everything! All info in one place Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The connection between Procore and Newforma is slow. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

One of the most valuable features of Newforma Project Center is its robust indexing and search functionality. On large-scale or mega projects, we often manage hundreds of thousands of emails, transmittals, meeting minutes, and various other project documents each month. The ability to quickly and accurately locate specific information within this volume of data is essential—and Newforma’s search capabilities make that possible.

Before implementing Newforma, emails were typically stored using traditional email platforms or by manually dragging copies into project folders within Windows Explorer. This method presented a significant limitation: emails stored in Windows folders could not be searched without opening each message individually. Given that some projects generate thousands of emails in a single week, this manual process was both time-consuming and inefficient.

Newforma eliminates the need for such manual searching by indexing all project communications and documents, allowing users to retrieve relevant information instantly using keywords or phrases. This has significantly improved our ability to manage and access project data in a timely and effective manner. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

One of the less effective aspects of the program is its Help section. While it offers a wealth of information, it often lacks clear, task-oriented guidance, making it difficult to understand how to complete specific actions. Additionally, many of the instructions are vague or confusing—likely written by subject matter experts without consideration for users who are new to the platform.

As a workaround, I’ve found it helpful to search for solutions or user-generated tutorials on Google. Although not always directly helpful, these searches often introduce alternative keywords or phrasing that refine my queries and lead to more useful results. Another challenge within the Help articles is the excessive number of embedded links, which can easily lead users off-topic. In some cases, navigating back to the original content is difficult, and the detour leaves me more confused than when I started. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

From an IT administrator’s standpoint, what I like most about Newforma Project Center is how it centralizes project data without adding overhead. It integrates with Outlook and our file servers, so users don’t have to change the way they work. The search is a lifesaver. People can find their own emails and files, which cuts down on helpdesk calls. No duplicate storage, straightforward AD permissions, and overall it saves both IT and end users a ton of time. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What I dislike about Project Center is that the client can be a little glitchy at times, and with all the horsepower it brings, it can feel heavy when working across a VPN. That said, the tradeoff is worth it, once connected, the depth of features and centralized access to project data more than make up for the occasional hiccup. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I absolutely love how Newforma Project Center keeps me organized across all my projects. With its project homepage, I'm able to manage and stay on top of around 40 projects that I am currently working on. This functionality is essential in helping me plan effectively and ensure my team is aligned and in full control of our tasks. It's not just about the day-to-day organization; Newforma Project Center allows me to fulfill my responsibilities to the fullest extent possible. The software has been a fundamental part of how I do my job over the years, and I truly feel that I couldn't manage my work without it. We've been using it for as long as I can remember—it's a trusted and critical tool for our operations. I particularly appreciate the project's feature-rich environment and supportive framework, which surpasses other software options out there. Also, integrating Newforma with Procore through Procore Connect has been fantastic. This integration significantly reduces the redundancy in information entry and saves me time, making my work process more efficient. Ultimately, Newforma Project Center is unrivaled in its ability to cater to our project management needs. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I feel that Newforma Project Center could benefit from improvements in its contract management features. Recently, we removed supplemental information and replaced it with QAQC instructions because the industry's trend is moving towards a QAQC process. Having an integrated QAQC process within Newforma would not only enhance the software but also provide great value to the clients. Additionally, when clicking on a specific project, there are many tools listed under favorite activities, project management, contract management, field management, and building information management. I question how many of these tools are frequently used by Newforma users. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I find Newforma Project Center to be quite intuitive, making it easily understandable and not overbearing in its setup. This simplicity in learning how to navigate the software is very beneficial, especially when bringing new members onboard. It accelerates the training process, allowing new users to quickly understand and leverage its functionalities. The software's design helps in swiftly implementing and tracking various projects as we desire. The different levels of operation within the Project Center facilitate speeding up parts of our early design processes, which is incredibly valuable to our workflow. Additionally, the installation on my individual machine was very painless, enabling me to start using it without issues. Overall, Newforma Project Center provides a robust experience, simplifying what could otherwise be complicated project management tasks. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Some of the templates in Newforma Project Center seem a little clunky and maybe a bit outdated. A significant issue is the integration of the HTML5 plugin for filing emails, which sometimes does not perform as expected, requiring us to revert to using older methods. This inconsistency makes it difficult to fully integrate this feature into our workflow. Additionally, most of our company is not yet using the new Outlook, presenting a challenge in adapting to new methods. If the HTML5 plugin could become more intuitive and assist in batch filing and archiving emails more efficiently, it would be a significant improvement. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The connectivity to other programs like outlook Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The interface is a bit clunky when first learning the program Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Easy to use, effective tool for clash coordination Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Some trade partners feel Autodesk Issues UI is straightforward Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Accessibility, searchability, organization and categorization of our project data Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

There are a few functionality details I’d tweak, but I think that mostly comes down to personal preference rather than any major issue. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I like how flexible Newforma Project Center is and the customer support they provide. It's beneficial that I can customize and make improvements easily. The initial setup was very easy too. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

HTML 5 and shared folders Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.