DroneDeploy users can use Autodesk Construction Cloud to seamlessly import drawings as overlays, export map data and photos to project files, and sync Field Notes with Issues in BIM 360 Docs. This integration ensures your team works from a single source of truth by connecting site reality with design documentation.
Availability: Who has access?
The Autodesk Construction Cloud integration is available for all paid DroneDeploy Aerial subscriptions.
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Account Admin permissions are required in both Autodesk and DroneDeploy to perform the initial installation.
Install the DroneDeploy app in BIM 360
Before using the integration, an admin must enable the application within the Autodesk environment.
Log in as an Account Admin on BIM 360.
Navigate to the Account Admin module.
Click the Apps tab in the console.
Locate the DroneDeploy app and click the icon.
Click Add to BIM 360 to complete the installation.
Configure the integration in DroneDeploy
After enabling the app in Autodesk, connect your DroneDeploy organization.
Log in to your DroneDeploy dashboard.
Click the Hamburger Menu in the top left-hand corner.
Select Apps and search for Autodesk Construction Cloud.
Click Install For My Organization.
Navigate to Organization Settings and select App Management.
Click Connect and sign in with your Autodesk admin credentials.
Import drawings as overlays
You can import PDF plans from BIM 360 directly into DroneDeploy to compare designs with aerial maps.
Navigate to a map and click Add next to Project Files.
Select the Autodesk Construction Cloud tab.
Choose the desired Hub and Project from the drop-down menus.
Select the drawing file and click Import.
Align the plan to your map using the standard overlay workflow.
Auto-export data to ACC
Set up automatic exports to ensure your latest maps and photos are always available in Autodesk.
Select a map and click the Export button.
Select Auto and then click Create New.
Choose your export type and click Next.
Select the Autodesk Construction Cloud app on the left.
Select the correct Account, Project, and Folder.
Click Select to activate the auto-export.
Sync Field Notes to Issues
Connect your Field Notes to Autodesk to streamline issue resolution.
Navigate to Project Settings in DroneDeploy.
Select the ACC or BIM 360 account and project to receive data.
Create a Field Note in DroneDeploy and click Send to ACC or Send to BIM.
The note appears in the Issues tool in Autodesk with a deep link back to DroneDeploy for visual context.
BIM 360 Dashboard Card Link
DroneDeploy is part of BIM 360 project home card library. You can see your latest project site, or the latest 3D model from directly within ACC.
1. To get started, navigate to your project in DroneDeploy and press the share button at the top right corner of the page.
2. Copy the view only link to your clipboard by selecting "Link Full Project"
3. Go to customize your ACC Dashboard and select the Card Library
4. Filter on Partner Cards in BIM 360 or search for DroneDeploy.
5. Click on Configure
7. Paste into the Partner URL field and save
8. See your DroneDeploy project on your BIM 360 dashboard
Limitations
Overlay imports are supported for BIM 360 projects; Autodesk Construction Cloud project overlays may have different requirements.
Browser extensions or pop-up blockers can prevent authentication windows from opening.
Only Account Admins can perform the initial link between organizations.
FAQs
Q: Does the integration work with Autodesk Build?
A: Yes. The Autodesk Construction Cloud app in DroneDeploy supports both ACC Build and BIM 360 users.
Q: Can I see DroneDeploy maps inside my Autodesk dashboard?
A: Yes. You can add the DroneDeploy partner home card to your Insights dashboard by pasting your DroneDeploy project link into the Partner URL field.
Q: Will my drawings update automatically?
A: Yes. You can enable drawing revision sync so that DroneDeploy reflects the latest version of your Autodesk plans.
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