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How Matterport and Autodesk Construction Cloud Are Helping Canadian Firms Build Smarter

Written by SolidCAD | Jun 17, 2025 5:33:57 PM

 

Across Canada’s construction sector, firms are under pressure to deliver complex projects faster—without compromising accuracy or team coordination. Whether you're working on a retrofit in downtown Toronto or managing multiple builds across British Columbia, one challenge remains the same: how do you keep everyone on the same page?

 

That’s where the integration between Matterport and Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC) comes in.

 

The Power of Two Platforms: Matterport and Autodesk Construction Cloud

Matterport is a leading platform for creating immersive scanned 3D digital twins of physical spaces. Its reality capture tools enable highly accurate and detailed visualizations of construction sites, buildings, and assets.

 

Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC) is a comprehensive suite of cloud-based tools for managing construction projects. It connects workflows, teams, and data—from design and documentation to field coordination and handover.

 

Together, these platforms offer a seamless solution to bridge the gap between site conditions and construction workflows.

By integrating Matterport with ACC, teams can:

  • Enhance collaboration across offices, job sites, and project phases

  • Better Communication: helps in making faster decisions and reducing misunderstandings that can lead to costly delays

  • Improve visibility into progress, quality issues, and field data—all in one shared environment

Key Features That Drive Real Results

Seamless BIM File Transfer

Users can export BIM files (.rvt, .ifc, .dwg) and MatterPak bundles from Matterport scans directly into ACC. This allows you to kickstart documentation or design updates with high-fidelity site conditions—without relying on manual field surveys.

 

Visual RFIs and Issues

Project teams can now create and track RFIs and Issues directly within the Matterport scan. By placing visual pins on areas of concern, teams gain immediate context. That means faster approvals, fewer misunderstandings, and better decision-making—especially helpful when stakeholders are remote.

 

Enhanced Collaboration Across Stakeholders

Owners, contractors, and architects can all access the same digital twin model inside ACC. This shared visual reference helps:

 

  • Review site conditions from any location

  • Flag and resolve issues earlier

  • Make better-informed decisions at every stage

It’s the difference between guessing what's happening on-site and seeing it in high-definition 3D.

 

From Scan to Action: A Simple Workflow to Follow

Discover how to streamline your construction and design projects by integrating Matterport's 3D scanning technology with Autodesk Construction Cloud. This video provides a step-by-step guide on capturing site conditions, processing scans, and leveraging the data within Autodesk tools to enhance collaboration, accuracy, and efficiency throughout your project lifecycle.

 

👉 Watch the Video

 

 

How Canadian Firms Are Applying the Integration in Practice

While the integration of Matterport and Autodesk Construction Cloud is gaining global traction, its benefits are especially relevant to the realities of Canadian construction. The following examples reflect common project types and challenges seen across the country—and how this integration can help teams work smarter:

 

Renovation Planning in Urban Environments – Toronto, ON

Architects working on heritage or retrofit projects often deal with outdated documentation and tight urban job sites. By scanning existing conditions with Matterport and linking the data into ACC, firms can coordinate across disciplines with confidence—ensuring that design and field teams are aligned from day one.

 

Managing Remote and Multi-Site Projects – British Columbia

General contractors working across large geographic areas, such as Vancouver Island or Northern BC, face the challenge of limited site access and costly travel. Using Matterport scans embedded in Autodesk Build, teams can conduct virtual site reviews, track progress, and collaborate with owners and subcontractors—no matter where they're located.

 

Issue Coordination and RFIs in Complex Retrofits – Calgary, AB

Mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) contractors on complex retrofit jobs often encounter clashes or unclear field conditions. With Matterport + ACC, they can tag RFIs directly to the scan, giving designers or consultants the context they need to respond quickly—without back-and-forth emails or assumptions about what’s onsite.

 

Best Practices for Long-Term Success

  • Use the Matterport Pro3 for best scan quality, especially for large, complex, or outdoor projects

  • Keep your scans up to date as the site evolves, especially during key milestones or before major trades mobilize

  • Train your project team on how to use pins, RFIs, and file exports—adoption is key to success

  • Watch file sizes for BIM exports; large projects may benefit from segmented exports or compressed bundles

No ACC? No Problem.

SolidCAD is here to help.

Our certified Construction Implementation Team can support every step of your journey:

  • Choosing the right Autodesk Construction Cloud license

  • Purchasing and setting up Matterport hardware

  • Creating a digital workflow tailored to your firm

  • Training your team on usage, integration, and long-term planning

Whether you're just getting started or expanding your digital toolkit, we’ll help you maximize your investment.

 

The Future of Jobsite Visibility Is Visual

In a time when efficiency, clarity, and speed can determine project success, the Matterport and Autodesk Construction Cloud integration gives you a distinct edge. It’s not just about capturing spaces—it’s about connecting that data to your daily decisions.

 

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