It has made the barrier to entry for model-checking in the AEC industry so low that there seems to be little reason not to make model-checking a commonplace step in the AEC workflow
As the construction industry continues its digital transformation, Building Information Modeling (BIM) is no longer an option — it’s a necessity. However, BIM success hinges on data quality, compliance, and coordination. Without rigorous model validation, costly design errors and inefficiencies arise, leading to rework, delays, and budget overruns.
Traditionally, BIM model checking has been a specialized task, often requiring powerful but challenging-to-learn and implement desktop tools. The real issue isn’t just the complexity of the tools, but that model checking itself has lacked a clear, structured process. Most separate trades submit their models, and BIM coordinators typically focus on clash detection, with quality assurance being ad-hoc and varying from project to project.
Meet Solibri CheckPoint, a cloud-based, lightweight solution that not only extends the reach of model checking but also makes it an easy yet high-value addition to any workflow.
From complexity to simplicity
For over 25 years, Solibri has been the leader in BIM quality control, ensuring projects worldwide maintain the highest standards of model accuracy and compliance.
In 2024 alone, Solibri was used for 14.6m hours, detecting 3.2bn issues globally. If left unaddressed, these design issues could have resulted in significant onsite problems, potentially leading to millions in rework costs, missed construction deadlines, and substantial material waste. AEC industry professionals in 99 countries trust Solibri with the quality of their models and builds, relying on our expertise in rule-based checking that has shaped the industry. Now, we’re bringing this knowledge to a new generation of cloud-based solutions, continuing to support our customers in creating better builds worldwide.
For years, the industry has been split between two extremes:
- Highly detailed model-checking workflows, performed by specialists using advanced desktop-based rule engines.
- Manual visual inspections, where architects, engineers and contractors review models informally, often leading to oversight and human error.
The result? A gap between expertise and accessibility – where high-level coordination is possible but still bottlenecked by limited access, slow feedback loops and specialised knowledge.
Solibri CheckPoint disrupts this paradigm by making BIM validation as intuitive as email.
- Cloud-based: Access from anywhere – no installation, no high-performance hardware needed.
- Effortless usability: An intuitive interface that lets teams get started quickly, eliminating the complexity of traditional model-checking tools.
- Works with both Revit & IFC: No needfor conversions -CheckPoint supports both file formats, making model validation seamless.
- Fast performance: Load models in seconds and run checks instantly, without delays.
- Rule-driven intelligence: Get immediate feedback on data completeness, coordination issues, and compliance gaps.
- Built for all stakeholders: Whether you’re a designer, project manager or contractor, you don’t need to be a BIM specialist to ensure quality.
By bridging this gap, Solibri CheckPoint makes high-quality model validation a natural part of every project workflow – without the friction.
“It has made the barrier to entry for model-checking in the AEC industry so low that there seems to be little reason not to make model-checking a commonplace step in the AEC workflow.” -AEC Bytes
Data validation without the friction
Ensuring models contain the right data, in the right format, at the right time is critical. A missing fire rating or incorrect classification can have major consequences.
Solibri CheckPoint simplifies data validation:
- Ensures models meet project-specific information requirements.
- Uses predefined rulesets for classification and data consistency.
- Provides accessible validation results for all stakeholders – no BIM expertise required.
This democratisation of data validation means that quality control is no longer limited to the hands of a few experts.
Model checking in the age of collaboration
Construction projects are inherently collaborative. But historically, BIM validation has been siloed, with specialists conducting checks in isolation and reporting back to teams through time-consuming processes.
What if issue detection and resolution could happen in real time, across disciplines, with zero friction?
Solibri CheckPoint redefines collaborative model checking with:
- Instant: No files to exchange, no manual version tracking.
- Integrated: Seamless issue reporting, flagging and resolution tracking.
- Connected: Direct integrations with Autodesk Construction Cloud & Procore, with more to come.
This means model issues can be flagged and resolved before they turn into expensive mistakes.
For example, a design team working in Autodesk Construction Cloud can check models in real time, ensuring compliance before moving to the next stage.
Similarly, contractors using Procore can validate models seamlessly, reducing the risk of costly on-site errors., ensuring a smoother and more efficient construction process.
The future of BIM: Accessible, embedded model checking
The building industry is becoming more data-driven and striving to optimise the processes & reduce waste. To accomplish these targets, the process of ensuring good data quality is critical and it can be achieved by everyone having access to tools for model checking. The process of QA is becoming embedded into the workflow and not limited to sparce ad hoc checking.
Imagine a world where:
- A designer instantly sees a warning if their model violates fire safety requirements.
- A contractor is notified in real time if a BIM model lacks essential specifications.
- An engineer can review validated models without needing a dedicated checking software.
This is not a distant vision – it’s happening now with Solibri CheckPoint.
Final thoughts: Quality control for everyone, everywhere
BIM has transformed design and construction but it’s only as powerful as the quality of the data it contains. For too long, model checking has been either too complex or too informal, creating gaps in efficiency, coordination and accountability.
Solibri CheckPoint bridges these gaps, making BIM validation effortless, accessible and integrated into every stakeholder’s workflow.
- No barriers to entry: Cloud-based, intuitive and built for everyone.
- Fast performance: Instant loading, instant validation, instant collaboration.
- No compromise: Rule-driven validation ensures the highest level of BIM quality. The future of BIM model checking isn’t just for specialists – it’s for everyone.
Would you like to explore how Solibri CheckPoint can transform your project workflows? Let’s start the conversation.
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