Capturing large or complex facilities has always been a time- and resource-intensive task for AEC (Architecture, Engineering, and Construction) and facility management (FM) professionals. Whether it’s documenting existing conditions for design, creating as-builts for renovations, or supporting capital planning efforts, the process often requires multiple site visits, careful coordination, and significant downtime.
For teams managing construction phases, operational campuses, or tight project timelines, these bottlenecks can delay project delivery and compromise accuracy. The need for fast, up-to-date, and shareable digital twins has never been more critical.
Enter Matterport’s feature announced in February 2025, but very few people know: Multi-User Merge.
New for 2025, Matterport’s Multi-User Merge feature allows multiple users to scan different zones of the same site at the same time and later combine them into a single, cohesive 3D model.
This means your team can now:
Assign zones across a large building or campus
Scan simultaneously—no waiting, no bottlenecks
Merge up to 2,000 scan points into one unified digital twin
It’s a groundbreaking shift for AEC and FM teams working on occupied sites, multi-phase renovations, or logistically complex environments like hospitals, airports, and corporate campuses.
Here’s how Matterport’s Multi-User Merge workflow works:
Plan: Divide the site into zones and assign each team member a scanning area
Capture: Team members scan simultaneously using Matterport cameras
Merge: Upload the separate scans into Matterport and combine them into a master model with up to 2,000 total scan points
Refine: Review, tag, and share your complete digital twin with internal and external stakeholders
This parallel workflow dramatically reduces scanning time while preserving detail and data quality. For project managers and FM professionals, it also improves control over versioning and handoff.
Accelerated Timelines: Scanning multiple areas at once means faster documentation and quicker project insights
Team Efficiency: Field staff, contractors, and consultants can work concurrently—no more waiting on one device or operator
Less Disruption: Capture active or sensitive environments (like schools, hospitals, or offices) without shutting them down for extended periods
The power of Matterport’s Multi-User Merge comes to life in scenarios like:
Multi-phase renovations in commercial towers or heritage buildings
Hospital and campus environments where active operations can’t pause
Large retail and real estate portfolios needing routine documentation across locations
BIM coordination, asset verification, punch walks, and space management updates
By supporting both project delivery and ongoing operations, Matterport becomes a versatile tool throughout the entire building lifecycle.
Early adopters in the AEC and FM sectors report:
Up to 60% reduction in total scanning time
Fewer missed areas or duplicated scans
Improved alignment between field data and digital workflows
Matterport’s new capabilities are now creating faster ways for teams to deliver high-quality documentation, support BIM coordination, and build trust with stakeholders.
With the introduction of Multi-User Merge, Matterport allows teams to scan smarter, collaborate in real time, and capture complex environments with speed and precision. For AEC and FM professionals managing evolving, multi-user environments, this feature is a leap forward in how digital twins are created and maintained.
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