Vectorworks Landmark Features
Collaboration (5)
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Multi User
Allows users to save and share work in one project
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File Import/Export
Ability to import and export 2D and 3D files to the platform so your team can update designs and collaborate as needed.
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Annotating
Add keynotes, tags, dimensions and more to your document.
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Document Storage
Store various types of documents within this platform.
Secure Data Storage
Securely stores data to prevent data loss or breaches
Electrical & Circuit Design - Building Design and Building Information Modeling (8)
Clash Detection
Detect and resolve conflicts between electrical systems and other building components
Electrical System Modeling
Provide tools for designing and modeling electrical systems (power distribution, wiring, panels)
MEP Coordination
Support seamless integration of electrical systems with mechanical and plumbing (MEP) designs
Load Calculation & Analysis
Offer simulation tools for electrical load analysis, capacity planning, and fault detection
Interoperability with BIM & CAD
Integrate electrical models with BIM and CAD platforms for holistic project collaboration
Circuit Design Integration
Enable integration with circuit design tools for detailed schematics and layout coordination
Third-Party Integrations
Set up connections to third-party platforms to improve business processes
Design Modeling
Helps create, plan and design construction models for AEC businesses
Additional Functionality (82)
Monitoring
Observe and track the demand, usage, progress or quality of a system, product, or user
Reporting & Statistics
Collection, analysis, and representation of numerical data and generation of reports to understand various patterns
Color Codes/Icons
A way to visually represent data where different categories of items are marked with different colors
Map Creation
Create custom maps
Geographic Maps
Visualize locations on a map
Location Tracking
Identify the physical location of an individual, asset, device, etc.
AI Copilot
A virtual assistant that uses AI to pursue goals and complete tasks on behalf of users
Internet Mapping
API
Application programming interface that allows for integration with other systems/databases
Map Sharing
Share maps with internal and external stakeholders
Third-Party Integrations
Set up connections to third-party platforms to improve business processes
Interoperability
The ability of two or more systems to exchange information or data.
Reporting/Analytics
View and track pertinent metrics to find patterns and gain insights from data
Image Management
Support for uploading and retaining image files in the cemetery records database
Activity Dashboard
Dashboard to view the status of ongoing processes, identify current incidents and track past activities
Geotargeting
Geographic location of visitors determines behavior of the software
Labeling
Data Collection
Process of gathering, measuring, and analyzing accurate data
Route Optimization
Finding the most optimal routes for drivers based on various factors and constraints
Geolocation
Determines the location of a device using GPS or an IP address
Generative AI
Use AI to generate content in the form of text, images, videos, etc.
Data Import/Export
Import and export data to and from software applications
Multi-Location
Manage and support multiple locations
Census Data Integration
3D Imaging
Representation of any object in 3D
Data Mapping
Track the management and flow of data throughout the organization
Generative AI
Use AI to generate content in the form of text, images, videos, etc.
Contract/License Management
Track, store, and access client contracts or licenses
Appointment Scheduling
Schedule appointments via a calendar
Job Scheduling
Planning and managing the execution of tasks or jobs within a computer system, network, or other automated environments
Real-Time Data
Receive data and information in real time
Activity Dashboard
Dashboard to view the status of ongoing processes, identify current incidents and track past activities
Irrigation Tracking
Manage irrigation equipment and trends
API
Application programming interface that allows for integration with other systems/databases
Job Management
Manage and track all job information and associated tasks
Electronic Signature
Digitally sign online documents
Customizable Reports
Alter the layout and content of reports
Work Order Management
Creating, assign, and track jobs and/or tasks for work orders
Mobile Signature Capture
Capture signatures via mobile devices
Employee Management
Track employee schedules, availability, and performance across projects and tasks
Dispatch Management
Manage sending personnel and resources to a site as needed
Groundskeeping Management
Track grounds activities done in the field
Reporting & Statistics
Collection, analysis, and representation of numerical data and generation of reports to understand various patterns
Data Import/Export
Import and export data to and from software applications
Maintenance Scheduling
Schedule predetermined or ad hoc maintenance services and labor requests
Mobile Access
Access software remotely via mobile devices
GPS
System to support the positioning, navigation, and timing (PNT) measurements of an object or individual
Customizable Templates
Pre-designed layouts that can be customized to match preferences and requirements
Drag & Drop
Assemble applications and processes by dragging over and arranging pre-built components
Electronic Payments
Electronically collect payments for goods or services
Routing
Plan daily routes to optimize employee scheduling and provide directions
Inventory Control
Monitor product stock levels
Job Costing
Calculate total itemized costs, including initial costs and any changes
Calendar Management
Track and manage schedules and meetings via an integrated calendar
Alerts/Notifications
Alerts or notifications of various types such as pop-up messages, sounds, banners, or badges
Self Service Portal
Online portal through which end users can access the system, manage tasks, or obtain information
Landscape Design
Edit images and create drawings with computer-aided design (CAD) tools
Activity Tracking
Track and document all activities across devices, networks, and other systems
Billing & Invoicing
Create, manage, and send invoices or bills to customers
Time & Expense Tracking
Log and record hours worked and costs spent to assist in billing and invoicing
Quotes/Estimates
Generate quotes or estimates for customers
Payroll Management
Manage employee salary processes, data, taxes, and records administration efficiently
Customer Database
A collection of customer information such as contact details, demographics, previous interactions, etc.
Time Tracking
Measure and track time including hours worked and paid time off (PTO)
AI Copilot
A virtual assistant that uses AI to pursue goals and complete tasks on behalf of users
Access Controls/Permissions
Define levels of authorization for access to specific files or systems
Scheduling
Plan availability and assign specific time slots for tasks and resources
Audit Trail
A record of all activities within the system, including user access, changes made, etc.
Search/Filter
Search and filter data across systems to locate required information by entering keywords or certain criteria
AI Copilot
A virtual assistant that uses AI to pursue goals and complete tasks on behalf of users
Customizable Templates
Pre-designed layouts that can be customized to match preferences and requirements
API
Application programming interface that allows for integration with other systems/databases
For AEC Industry
Primarily serving architecture, engineering, and construction industry professionals
Project Accounting
Manage and track financials on a project-to-project basis
Version Control
Track revisions and updates made to files and navigate between different versions
Activity Dashboard
Dashboard to view the status of ongoing processes, identify current incidents and track past activities
Estimating
Estimate expected cost based on various factors before a project begins
Reporting & Statistics
Collection, analysis, and representation of numerical data and generation of reports to understand various patterns
Real-Time Updates
Receive system updates as soon as any changes are made
Real-Time Notifications
Notifications that are delivered to users as soon as an event occurs
Data Visualization
Graphical representation of data
3D Imaging
Representation of any object in 3D
Analysis (8)
Sustainability
Enter projected electrical and energy consumption to calculate water use and refuse generation rates
Liveability
Offers liveability analysis of urban layouts.
Movement
Keep track of movement engineering information such as vehicle and cycle parking spaces, parking requirements and trip generation.
Spatial Analysis
Ability to read data to make informed decisions and predict patterns.
Reporting
Export information on a specific data in the map.
Real-Time Streaming
Study data in live time to analyze any changes happening in the location.
Trend Analysis
Review data from past periods to reveal recurring tendencies and predict future performance
Statistical Analysis
Apply statistical/mathematical models to sets of data
Plan (4)
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Documentation
Generate plans for your urban design process.
Sequence
Create and animate steps, materials, and crews needed to build your structure.
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Annotate
Add tags and notes to any model you create.
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Collaborate
Ability for multiple users to collaborate on one design.
Common Data Environment (CDE) - Building Design and Building Information Modeling (11)
Role-Based Access
Provide role/permission controls for secure collaboration across project teams
Centralized Data Management
Store, manage, and share all design, documentation, and project data in one unified environment
Change Management
Track and monitor efficient handling of all changes/transitions
Subcontractor Management
Track information, qualifications, and contact details of subcontractors
Project Management
Plan and coordinate all the resources, costs and time needed to execute assignments
Task Management
Create, manage and track all task activities and progression
Bid Management
Share bid details, archive bids, and create bid requests to assist in bid solicitation and quote comparison
Workflow Management
Create, design and manage workflows for repetitive tasks
Offline Access
Ability of websites, web applications, or mobile applications to function without an active internet connection
Mobile Access
Access software remotely via mobile devices
Contract/License Management
Track, store, and access client contracts or licenses
Map Creation (4)
Geocoding
Assign locations to significant addresses so they may placed as points on the map.
Buffer Zone Query
Select a point on the map and display data within a certain radius.
Overlaying
Visualize different forms of data in one single image.
Publishing
Ability to take all of the collected data and publish it into one map.
Data Management (5)
Data Capture
Ability to input geographic data into GIS.
Data Storage
Store vast amounts of data in a variety of ways, such as individual files, databases, geodatabases, or the cloud.
Data Manipulation
Ability to make edits to data as the landscape changes.
Data Visualization
Bring data to life in a 2D or 3D format.
Data Capture and Transfer
Import, collect, and capture data from multiple sources
Design (9)
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Visualizing
Design your project in 3D
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Rendering
Produce 3D visualizations without any integrating hardware.
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Drawing
Ability to create 2D and 3D drawings of your structure.
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Editing
Ability to edit designs with a WYSIWYG editor
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Dynamic Updating
Allows users to create relationships between objects so design changes are dynamically updated
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3D Modeling
Create three-dimensional models of buildings and structures.
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3D Rendering
Place your model in a fully-realized 3D environment.
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2D Modeling
Create two-dimensional models and drawings of urban environments
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Editing
Edit your design with functions like erase, trim, undo and more.
Generative AI (2)
AI Text-to-3D
Provides the ability to generate 3D renderings from a text prompt.
Generative AI
Use AI to generate content in the form of text, images, videos, etc.
Cost Estimation - Building Design and Building Information Modeling (5)
Lifecycle Cost Tracking
Track and forecast costs across the building lifecycle, from design to construction and beyond
Quantity Takeoff & Cost Estimation
Generate accurate material takeoffs, project cost estimates, and budgeting reports
Issue Tracking
Record and follow the progress of every issue
Conflict Tracking
Detects conflicts in the latest version when multiple users are editing a file at the same time
Project Tracking
Monitor the progress of projects from start to finish
Construction (7)
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Fabrication
Ability to create models of various systems that need to be integrated into the structure.
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Reinforcement Tools
Add reinforcement to vital points in the model of your structure.
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Clash Detection
Ability to detect clashing elements, such as electrical conduit or ductwork that run into a beam.
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Grading
Allows users to utilize grading tools to design finished ground surfaces
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Earthwork
Allows users to calculate cut and fill earthwork quantities between two surfaces.
CAD Tools
Computer aided design to create precision drawings or technical illustrations
Collaboration Tools
Provides a channel for team members to share media files, communicate, and work together
Agentic AI - Landscape Design (6)
Autonomous Task Execution
Capability to perform complex tasks without constant human input
Multi-step Planning
Ability to break down and plan multi-step processes
Cross-system Integration
Works across multiple software systems or databases
Third-Party Integrations
Set up connections to third-party platforms to improve business processes
QuickBooks Integration
Integrates with QuickBooks
Accounting Integration
Integrate with a third-party accounting system


