Navisworks
Brings every discipline's model together to catch clashes before they hit the building site
What it is
About Navisworks
Navisworks aggregates architectural, structural, and MEP models from tools like Revit and AutoCAD into a single federated model, allowing teams to run automated clash detection, review 4D construction sequencing, and walk through the combined design. It's a core tool in BIM coordination workflows on medium-to-large construction projects, reducing costly on-site clashes discovered too late.
What you can do with it
Capabilities
Federate multi-discipline 3D models into one combined view
Run automated clash detection between disciplines
Review and sequence construction schedules in 4D
Take measurements and annotate the combined model
Walk through and visually review a full building design
How to learn it
Learning Resources
Autodesk's official Navisworks documentation and learning paths
Autodesk-certified training courses
BIM-focused YouTube channels like BIM Guru and CAD-Elearning
Practise clash detection on sample federated models from Autodesk's tutorials
Pro Tip
Group clash results by type and location rather than reviewing them one by one — most 'clashes' are duplicates of the same underlying design conflict.
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Roles that use this tool