San Francisco, October 28 (Reuters/ PR Newswire ) – Autodesk, Inc. ( NASDAQ : ) Today, it was announced that IDC MarketScape has been listed in the leader category of the first "Global Construction Management Software 2026 Supplier Assessment" (September 2026, IDC # US54135526 ). This assessment evaluated the construction management capabilities and strategies of Autodesk.
IDC MarketScape defines construction management software in the report as: a software platform used to manage the entire lifecycle of a building, including the following stages: BIM integration, coordination, preparation, and preliminary construction; project management; virtual design and construction ( VDC ); as well as project team collaboration.
The IDC MarketScape Supplier Analysis Model is designed to provide an overview of the competitiveness of technologies and suppliers in a particular market. This research method employs a rigorous scoring system that combines qualitative and quantitative criteria, and ultimately presents the position of each supplier in the market in a graphical format. The Capability Score measures a supplier's performance in terms of products, market entry, and business execution in the short term; the Strategy Score assesses the alignment between the supplier's strategy and customer needs over a time frame of 3 to 5 years. The supplier's market share is represented by the size of their icon.
In its introduction, IDC MarketScape points out that Autodesk has three major advantages:
- Deep experience in the construction industry, combined with a platform that covers design to operation, including project and geographic space information as well as digital twin products, can simplify the handover process after project completion.
- Embedded AI agents provide support for specific tasks (model information, progress, RFI, submission files), while there is also a general-purpose Autodesk Assistant agent used for cross-domain work and model analysis.
- Partnership Ecosystem Model: Autodesk Platform Services (formerly known as Forge) provides a set of applications, API, as well as methods for open-source development of new applications. The company also has multiple architectural communities and a Partners Advisory Board to promote close interaction with clients. A major general contractor client described their long-term relationship with Autodesk as “mutually beneficial”; other clients have expressed similar views.
IDC MarketScape suggests that when enterprises are looking for "a single construction management platform that covers the entire lifecycle of a project, supporting BIM visualization, model coordination, pre-construction management, project management, and post-project operational handover, and also possessing a broad and strong ecosystem of supplier partners as well as a global team capable of complementing this suite of products," they should consider Autodesk.
IDC, Vice President of Industrial Ecology, Engineering, and Product Innovation Strategy, stated: "Building management software is increasingly evaluated based on its ability to connect work processes, data, and project teams throughout the building lifecycle. Autodesk has been recognized as a leader, reflecting its comprehensive building management capabilities, investment in embedded AI, and a mature partner ecosystem. These are all important considerations for organizations that wish to improve collaboration and continuity throughout the entire project delivery process."
Connect construction workflows through Autodesk Forma.
Autodesk is leading the way towards more interconnected project deliveries driven by AI. Autodesk Forma is a cloud platform tailored for the construction, engineering, and construction (AEC) industries. It integrates architects, engineers, and builders into a single interconnected process, rather than a series of handover stages. The platform utilizes AI to weigh key decisions against expected outcomes, such as cost, schedule, and sustainability requirements. Forma's open ecosystem, through technical partners and Forma Construction Connect, offers over 400 integrations, enabling construction teams to use the tools they are already accustomed to in a flexible manner.
The construction management advantages mentioned in IDC MarketScape are at the core of this strategy and help Autodesk to establish closer connections throughout the lifecycle of the AEC project. Lalith Subramanian, Vice President of Products and Engineering, stated: "The construction industry is entering a new era where information needs to flow alongside projects, from the design phase all the way to the delivery phase. I believe the recognition of IDC MarketScape is of great significance as it highlights our strength in construction capabilities and our ability to transition from design to an operational platform. This is precisely the future we aim to build through Autodesk Forma – to bring design, engineering, and construction closer together, and to embed AI into the project workflow, helping teams to act more quickly, make better decisions earlier on, and to design and construct with greater confidence."
Autodesk is continuing to expand the construction capabilities within Forma. On Autodesk University 2026, the company announced the launch of Forma Bid, which is still in the testing phase, to help contractors compare bids and identify potential gaps within their scope; they also introduced Project Home AI driving insights from Forma Build to highlight project issues that require attention; as well as Daily Log Agent, which can convert on-site oral updates into structured daily logs.
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Read the authorized excerpt from IDC MarketScape provided by Autodesk to learn more about the company being recognized as a leader.
Learn about Autodesk Forma, for, and construction to gain a deeper understanding of the tools and features that support the project team from the early construction phase to delivery.
About Autodesk
Designers, engineers, builders, and creators around the world trust Autodesk to design and manufacture anything from the buildings we live and work in, to the cars we drive and the bridges we cross; from the products we use and rely on, to the films and games that inspire us. Autodesk's Design and Make Platform unleashes power through data, accelerates insights, and automates processes, helping customers use technology to create the world around us and bring better results to their businesses and the planet. For more information, please visit autodesk.com or follow @autodesk. #MakeAnything
IDC MarketScape Attribution
About IDC MarketScape
IDC MarketScape The supplier assessment model is designed to provide an overview of the competitiveness of technology and service providers in a particular market. This study employs a rigorous scoring methodology that combines qualitative and quantitative criteria, ultimately presenting each supplier's position in the market in a graphical format. IDC MarketScape It provides a clear framework for products and services, capabilities, and strategies, as well as the current and future market success factors for technology suppliers, facilitating meaningful comparisons. This framework also offers technology buyers a 360-degree evaluation of the strengths and weaknesses of existing and potential suppliers. IDC MarketScape The supplier analysis model aims to outline the competitiveness of technology and service providers within a certain market. The research method uses a strict scoring system that integrates qualitative and quantitative standards, and ultimately presents each supplier's position in the market visually. The capability score measures the supplier's performance in terms of products, market entry, and business execution in the short term; the strategy score assesses how well the supplier's strategy aligns with customer needs over a 3 to 5-year time frame. The supplier's market share is represented by the size of the circle. The year-over-year growth rate of the supplier relative to the given market is indicated by a plus, neutral, or minus sign next to the supplier's name.
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