How to Build Your Own Newforma
Replace Newforma with a custom build. Newforma Delivers One Single View of Truth for Every Project
Build Difficulty: 5/5
Build a working replacement in a weekend with AI tools
Estimated Timeline
Based on 26 features at Weekend Project difficulty, expect about One weekend with AI-assisted development.
Recommended Tech Stack
Full-stack React framework with API routes and server components
PostgreSQL database, auth, and real-time subscriptions
Utility-first styling for rapid UI development
Key Features to Replicate
Top features across 8 categories. See all 26 features
Workflow Automation(3 features)
Automated workflows configured by user role to keep teams on track
Automate construction administration workflows to eliminate delays and reduce manual effort
Streamline and automate RFI and submittal workflows
Collaboration(2 features)
Coordinate BIM models and data across project teams
Collaborate with team members in real-time on project information
Communication(2 features)
Improve communication transparency across all project stakeholders
Make project emails searchable and accessible to the entire team
Contract Management(2 features)
Manage and track contracts throughout project lifecycle
Track and manage changes to project contracts
Document Management(2 features)
Centralized control and management of project documents with version tracking
Manage current sets of drawings, sheets, specifications and download packages
File Management(2 features)
Centralized file storage and management for project documents
Share project files and documents with team members and stakeholders
Search(2 features)
Search across all project information and data sources
Comprehensive search functionality across all project information
Analytics(1 features)
Analytics and insights on project data and performance metrics
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