Egnyte AEC Solution Brief
23,000+ Customers Across 112 Countries
Why AEC Teams Choose
Egnyte
Egnyte enables AEC firms to unify data from designs to emails. Integrating
with Autodesk, Procore, and Bluebeam, it streamlines collaboration and
unlocks project insights.
Unify Project Data and Files So Teams Can Collaborate
Instantly share large BIM and design files, sync data across offices and jobsites, and connect seamlessly with Procore and Autodesk Forma.
Secure Critical Information With Firm-Wide Controls to Reduce Risk
Implement role-based access with full audit trails, defend against ransomware, and automate compliance reporting for CMMC, GDPR, and ISO 27001 to reduce risk across projects.
Leverage AI to Turn Project Data Into Actionable intelligence
Quickly search BIM and CAD files, automate metadata tagging, and convert your institutional knowledge into actionable insights.
Ensure Continuity Across the Entire Project Lifecycle
Maintain consistent workflows, project structures, and access across every phase so teams can move seamlessly from design through construction and closeout.
Specialized Solutions for
Every Project Role
Architecture
Augment computational and generative design workflows with seamless support for Autodesk Forma, Newforma, Rhino, InDesign and more.
Engineering
Improve field data collection and collaboration on environmental and large infrastructure projects with support for Civil 3D, Microstation and others.
Construction
Manage very large scan and model files. Streamline bidding and subcontractor document sharing with integrations to Procore, Autodesk Forma, Bluebeam, and more.
Owner and Operations
Maintain the most recent set of project documents for improved asset management over the lifecycle of your building.
See How Project Teams Work With Egnyte
Unified collaboration, intelligence, and governance ensure every office and field team shares secure, compliant access to project knowledge across the entire lifecycle.
Mapped Letter Drives in the Cloud
Replace file servers and support legacy design apps with a secure, cloud-based hub for project data and drawings.
Large File Collaboration
Securely share, locate, and coedit large files without slowing teams down.
Insider Risk Management
Detect and mitigate unusual file activity to safeguard intellectual property and client data.
Ransomware Detection
Protect project files with built-in monitoring, instant alerts, and rapid recovery tools.
CMMC Compliance
Meet strict DoD data requirements with role-based access and audit-ready controls.
Building Safety Act
Maintain a compliant “Golden Thread” of information for safer building operations.
Trusted by Leading
Companies
CPPI Breaks Down Data Silos and Boosts Efficiency With Egnyte and Autodesk
With Egnyte, they were able to:
- Streamline large file sharing across remote project teams
- Improve compliance and governance with healthcare client data
- Reduce IT overhead with centralized content management
"Not every user that needs project data needs to be in ACC. We wanted to have that data readily available in a Windows File Explorer experience that they're accustomed to seeing."
ALEC Centralized Project Data on Egnyte and Empowered Teams Across the Middle East
With Egnyte, they were able to:
- Unify access to design, engineering, and construction files
- Reduce risk with stronger governance and compliance controls
- Improve collaboration across regional offices and project sites
“Egnyte enables us to collaborate with clients with more transparency, and that has really built trust and strengthened those relationships … They make it easy for us to take on increasingly complex projects more quickly and effectively.”
Savills Ireland Unified Its Property and Project Data, Improving Compliance and Security
With Egnyte, they were able to:
- Achieve faster client response times with centralized access
- Reduce risk with advanced governance and permissions
- Faster client response times with centralized access
"The company had ambitions to support a more flexible and secure hybrid working model ... If you look at the man-hours saved the first two weeks of the pandemic, Egnyte paid for itself right there and then."
RIOS Pivoted to the Cloud Without Disrupting Creative and Technical Workflows
With Egnyte, they were able to:
- Migrate design files and project archives smoothly to the cloud
- Enable flexible access for hybrid and remote work environments
- Accelerate the sharing of drawings with clients and partners
“With Egnyte, we get the file server experience we’ve had for the last decade, with all the modern features of a cloud platform.”
Helix Electric Improved Project Delivery and Data Management With Egnyte’s AEC Solution
With Egnyte, they were able to:
- Share design and construction files with greater speed and reliability
- Strengthen oversight with governance and granular permission controls
- Boost efficiency by centralizing access to all project data
“Being an electrical contractor that does federal work, it’s an important part of our security posture to be able to satisfy all of the necessary requirements, especially when it comes to the protection and access of files. We were really excited to see the EgnyteGov product because in a very simple way we could meet the requirements as outlined in CMMC.”
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Built for Project and Owner Compliance
and Security Requirements
Compliance Standards
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CMMC 2.0
Required for federal and DoD contractors -
SOC 2 and ISO 27001
Global standards for secure project data -
GDPR and CPRA
Protects client and employee information
Governance Capabilities
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Permission Controls
Manage access for clients, partners, vendors, and consultants -
Data Lifecycle Management
Govern projects from kickoff to closeout -
Audit Trails
Track every action for accountability
Egnyte Partners With Industry Associations
Select the Best Plan for
Your Organization
Egnyte offers plans for all size companies and needs, and is built to scale with your business.
Business
- Single document AI Q&A
- Secure collaboration
- Discretionary permissions
- Google Workspace integration
- M365 co-editing (online and desktop)
$22 / User / Month
Paid annually*
Enterprise Lite
Everything in Business, plus
- Ransomware detection (artifact-based)
- Suspicious login detection
- Content lifecycle management
- Advanced workflows
- Secure collaboration
$39 / User / Month
Paid annually*
MOST POPULAR
Elite
Everything in Enterprise Lite, plus:
Advanced AI
- AI Assistant, AI Search, AI Workflow
- PDF markup
- E-signature
- Dynamic watermarking
- Auto-remediation
$48 / User / Month
Paid annually*
Ultimate
Everything in Elite, plus:
Advanced AI
- Document type classification
- Sensitive data classification
- Snapshot & recovery
- Ransomware detection (behavioral-based)
- DLP/Preventive control integration
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custom quote
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Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the best way to securely share large AEC files with clients, consultants, and subcontractors?
To securely share large AEC files, use a cloud-based AEC file-sharing platform that offers end-to-end encrypt role-based permissions, and secure sharing of large file types like CAD, BIM, and point cloud. Features such as password-protected links, download tracking, auto-expiring links, download tracking, and auto-expiring access ensure compliance and protect sensitive project data across the architecture, engineering, and construction project lifecycle.
How can AEC teams manage file version control and avoid document duplication?
A centralized document management system with automated versioning, real-time sync, and check-in/check-out ensures capabilities will prevent overwrites and duplications. This helps eliminate duplication and improves collaboration on mission-critical content like design documents, models, or markups—whether in the studio, the trailer, or the field.
Do cloud storage platforms support large AEC file types like AutoCAD, Revit, and Navisworks?
Yes. Leading AEC cloud platforms support native design formats such as AutoCAD (.dwg), Revit (.rvt), Navisworks (.nwd), and other large design files. These systems offer fast previews, search, and access,even without the native software,helping design, engineering, and construction teams work more efficiently.
Can I control external access to architectural, engineering, or construction project files for outside collaborators?
Absolutely. Granular permission controls let you assign view-only, edit, or time-limited access to specific files or folders for external collaborators. This balances accessibility with security, ensuring only architects, engineers, contractors, and owners access the right data, minimizing risk, and enabling seamless collaboration.
How can field teams access project files offline at remote locations?
AEC-specific document management tools offer mobile and desktop apps with offline sync so that field crews can access plans, specs, or RFIs without internet connectivity. Changes sync automatically once the device reconnects to the network.
What kind of file recovery and ransomware protection do AEC firms need?
Architecture, engineering, and construction firms should use platforms with built-in ransomware detection, real-time alerts, and one-click recovery options. Automated backups and version history allow users to recover data quickly after a cyberattack, accidental deletion, or system failure.
Can AEC file management tools integrate with Procore, Autodesk Forma, Bluebeam or Microsoft 365?
Yes, integration with industry-standard platforms like Procore, Autodesk Forma, Bluebeam, and Microsoft 365 ensures files remain synchronized and accessible across all project phases, streamlining collaboration between designers, engineers, project managers, and field teams.
Power Streamlined AEC Data
Management
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