Resources

Guides and articles on BIM estimating, 3D laser scanning, and construction technology—from definitions and workflows to how Black Forge tools and services fit in.

Guides

Evergreen explainers on BIM estimating, 3D scanning, and construction technology.

3D Laser Scanning for Buildings | Nationwide Building Laser Scanning 3D laser scanning for buildings and laser scanning building services nationwide (continental U.S.)—commercial, institutional, Scan-to-BIM, as-built verification, and off-hours occupied-site capture. Read guide →
BIM Estimating Services & Support | Software + Consulting BIM estimating services help contractors price BIM scope during preconstruction—with software, consulting support, or both. Learn when to use BIM-IQ vs expert estimating support from Black Forge. Read guide →
BIM vs Traditional Construction Estimating Compare BIM-based estimating with traditional 2D takeoffs: speed, accuracy, and when each approach makes sense for contractors. Read guide →
Case Study: GC Pipeline Rebuild with Salesforce How a general contractor unified bid tracking, estimator handoffs, and pipeline visibility with a Salesforce implementation team—anonymized case study. Read guide →
Case Study: Salesforce Procore Integration How connecting Salesforce and Procore eliminated double entry between preconstruction pipeline and project delivery—anonymized case study. Read guide →
Case Study: Subcontractor Salesforce CRM Remediation How a construction subcontractor restored Salesforce adoption after years of over-customization—anonymized remediation case study. Read guide →
How 3D Laser Scanning Improves Construction Accuracy 3D laser scanning improves construction accuracy by capturing as-built conditions, enabling Scan-to-BIM, and verifying tolerances like concrete flatness. Learn how it's used. Read guide →
How BIM Models Are Used for Quantity Takeoffs Quantity takeoffs from BIM use the 3D model as the source for counts, lengths, and areas. Learn how contractors perform BIM quantity takeoffs and what tools help. Read guide →
How Construction Companies Use Salesforce How construction companies use Salesforce for CRM, preconstruction, bid tracking, forecasting, and project execution—with integrations to Procore, ACC, and estimating tools. Read guide →
How Contractors Generate Estimates from BIM Models Contractors generate estimates from BIM by extracting quantities from the model, applying rates, and producing cost estimates. Learn the workflow and tools that help. Read guide →
How Long Does Salesforce Implementation Take for Construction? Salesforce implementation timeline for construction companies—typical phases, duration, and what affects how long a construction CRM rollout takes. Read guide →
Salesforce Construction Cloud vs Custom Implementation Salesforce Construction Cloud vs custom Sales Cloud for contractors. When to use Construction Cloud and when a construction-focused implementation team customizes Salesforce for your workflows. Read guide →
Salesforce for Construction Companies | Complete Guide Salesforce for construction companies explained—CRM, precon pipeline, implementation teams, Procore integration, and how contractors use Salesforce in the construction industry. Read guide →
Salesforce Implementation for Construction | How to Choose a Partner Who implements Salesforce for construction companies? Learn what to look for in a Salesforce implementation team, timeline, scope, and how Black Forge delivers for contractors. Read guide →
Salesforce Procore Integration for Construction Connect Salesforce and Procore for construction companies—eliminate double entry between CRM pipeline and project delivery. Implementation approach and common data flows. Read guide →
Salesforce vs Procore for Construction | Do You Need Both? Salesforce vs Procore for construction companies—CRM and pipeline vs project execution. Learn when you need both and how to connect them. Read guide →
Signs Your Salesforce Isn't Working for Construction Signs your construction company's Salesforce CRM isn't working—low adoption, bad forecasts, broken handoffs. When to rebuild with a construction implementation team. Read guide →
What is 3D Laser Scanning in Construction? 3D laser scanning captures as-built conditions and site geometry with high accuracy. Learn how it's used in construction for verification, Scan-to-BIM, and quality control. Read guide →
What is BIM Estimating? BIM estimating uses building information models to extract quantities and produce construction cost estimates. Learn how it works, who it's for, and how it differs from traditional estimating. Read guide →
What is BIM-IQ? BIM-IQ is a BIM estimating software platform from Black Forge Technology. Enter quantities and rates; get professional, LOD-aware PDF estimates in minutes. Read guide →
What is Building Information Modeling (BIM)? Building Information Modeling (BIM) is a digital process for creating and managing 3D building data used in design, construction, and operations. Learn what BIM is and how it's used. Read guide →
What is LOD in BIM? LOD (Level of Development) in BIM defines how much detail and reliability model elements have. Learn LOD 100–500 and why it matters for estimating and coordination. Read guide →
What is Scan-to-BIM? Process, Uses & Deliverables Scan-to-BIM converts 3D laser scan point clouds into BIM models for renovation, coordination, and as-built documentation. Learn the workflow, LOD, and when contractors use it. Read guide →

FAQs

Quick answers on BIM estimating, BIM-IQ, 3D scanning, and construction technology.

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From the blog

Insights on BIM/VDC, estimating, 3D scanning, and digital construction.

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