

When creating the Central File, within the “Save As” dialog box, to the bottom right is an options button.

Phil Russo authored a good article in the AUGIWorld August 2011 issue regarding worksharing/worksets and here are a few more options to consider. Some experts can create elaborate families that need further explanation or documentation, especially if you're still learning. It can be tough to work on a project that was started by someone else if you don't have a good handoff.īy using the two-person approach you have a better chance of the team members helping each other and sharing ideas of how they plan to model and manage portions of the sometimes complicated structure. If one leaves for vacation, quits, dies, or is fired, the project still moves forward. In my opinion, every project should have at least two people in charge.

Of course they had some experts to help them (including Titan AEC: so I was a little jealous, but I learned to use it as a resource as well. I’ve witnessed a big team of about 10-15 people learning together for the first time on a large multi-building, multi-phased project going through an IPD phased review process through OSHPD. Hopefully your first project will not be huge with many people working together, but most of us don’t have that choice. Let’s face it-Revit does some funny things sometimes, but they are usually our own fault. Recognizing your own mistakes can sometimes be tough when you are working with others. Afterward, I was able to see that the mistakes and problems that occurred were ones I often created myself. I enjoy learning and sharing with others, but I was alone for my first few projects. If someone will be working with you to help manage the project, particularly if you are new to Autodesk® Revit®, be thankful. Back September 28th, 2012 Tips for Revit Project Management
