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Jun 20, 2025
BIMcloud: Graphisoft's Collaborative BIM Platform
In an increasingly connected world, real-time collaboration has become a necessity for architecture, engineering, and construction professionals. It's with this in mind that Graphisoft designed BIMcloud, a cloud platform dedicated to collaborating on BIM projects created with Archicad.
In this article, we'll delve into what BIMcloud is, how it works, its advantages for teams in France and worldwide, and why C&C is your best ally for deploying BIMcloud in France.
What is BIMcloud?
BIMcloud is a real-time BIM collaboration solution developed by Graphisoft, the creator of Archicad. It allows multiple users to work simultaneously on the same digital model, with automatic modification synchronization, version management, and data security.
Unlike generic cloud platforms, BIMcloud is fully integrated into the Archicad ecosystem, offering optimal performance and unparalleled fluidity.
Available versions of BIMcloud
Graphisoft offers two versions of BIMcloud to suit all needs:
BIMcloud Basic (Free)
Available for all Archicad users
Local installation on a private server
Real-time collaboration
User rights management
Ideal for small internal teams
BIMcloud (Full version, licensed)
Cloud hosting (Graphisoft or local)
Secure remote access (VPN not required)
Advanced version tracking
Modification history
Data security
Multi-site project management
Comprehensive administration interface
The full version of BIMcloud is the best solution for multi-site companies, international projects, or remote teams.
How does BIMcloud work?
BIMcloud relies on a client-server architecture that allows all project members to connect to the same centralized Archicad file, called a Teamwork Project.
4-Step operation:
The Archicad file is hosted on BIMcloud.
Each user works on a portion of the project (element reservation).
Modifications are synchronized in real time.
Access rights are managed from the BIMcloud Manager interface.
Collaboration is therefore fluid, conflict-free, and perfectly traceable.
Graphisoft BIMcloud: perfect integration with Archicad
What sets Graphisoft BIMcloud apart from other file-sharing solutions (Dropbox, OneDrive, etc.) is its native integration with Archicad. This allows for:
Collaboration without the need to lock the entire file
Lighter and faster data exchanges
Intelligent management of BIM objects
Tracking rights and permissions directly from Archicad
The user experience is optimized, with a reduced learning curve and maximized performance.
BIMcloud France: why French architects are adopting it
In France, the use of BIM is rapidly growing, especially in public procurement, large urban projects, and innovative private initiatives.
BIMcloud France enables architectural firms, design offices, and construction companies to:
Work with remote partners
Access projects from the construction site
Avoid back-and-forth file exchanges via email
Reduce coordination errors
Save valuable time in model updates
Whether you're in Paris, Lyon, Marseille, or Bordeaux, BIMcloud adapts to all contexts.
Concrete benefits of BIMcloud for your organization
Frictionless collaboration
Work with multiple people on the same Archicad project, without file locking or duplication.
Data Security
Projects are stored centrally, with backup and permission systems.
Native remote work
Access is possible from anywhere in the world, with a secure connection, no VPN required.
Time and productivity gains
Waiting times are reduced. Synchronization is fast, and conflicts are avoided.
Traceability
Every modification is recorded, allowing for rollback or tracking each collaborator's contributions.
BIMcloud use cases in France
Collaborative architecture
Two agencies located in Paris and Lille collaborate on the same residential project in real time thanks to BIMcloud hosted on Graphisoft's cloud.
Connected construction site
A design office based in Toulouse consults and modifies model elements directly from the construction site, via a secure connection.
Structured remote work
A team of architects based in Lyon uses BIMcloud to continue working on their projects from home, without interruption.
C&C: your BIMcloud Partner in France
C&C is an Authorized Graphisoft Distributor in France, with over 20 years of experience supporting architecture professionals.
What we offer:
Personalized audit of your needs
BIMcloud installation (on local server or cloud)
Training on BIM collaboration with Archicad
Responsive and specialized technical support in French
Multi-site deployment support
Official Graphisoft BIMcloud licenses
To learn more about our BIM expertise and professional solutions: https://www.cec.fr/pro/architecture
BIMcloud Training with C&C
Our certified trainers offer specific modules to:
Understand the basics of BIM collaboration
Optimize BIMcloud usage with Archicad
Manage roles, permissions, and backups
Configure secure remote access
Set up effective workflows between multiple agencies
In-person, remote, or in-company training sessions are available – eligible for OPCO and CPF funding.
How to get started with BIMcloud?
Evaluate your needs with a C&C expert.
Choose your version (Basic or full).
Install BIMcloud on your server or in the Graphisoft cloud.
Train your teams.
Launch your collaborative projects today!
In a world where coordination, mobility, and speed are essential, Graphisoft BIMcloud stands out as the best real-time BIM collaboration solution. Thanks to its perfect integration with Archicad, advanced features, and remote accessibility, it transforms how teams design and build.
And with C&C, an official Graphisoft reseller in France, you benefit from personalized support, local technical assistance, and tailor-made solutions to make your collaborative transition a success.
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