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A Better Way to Work Between Autodesk Construction Cloud and Bluebeam

7 January 2026

Learn more about a faster, cleaner way to move files between Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC) and Bluebeam - without downloads, duplicates, or version chaos.

In today’s construction environment, efficiency isn’t optional - it’s essential. Yet many teams still spend hours downloading, renaming, and re-uploading files between ACC and Bluebeam.

Both platforms are central to modern construction workflows. ACC manages project and document management, while Bluebeam supports fast, collaborative markup and review - but when they operate separately, teams are left navigating unnecessary steps and duplicated effort.

That’s exactly the challenge the ARKANCE ACC-Bluebeam Connector was built to solve.

In our recent webinar, we showed how this integration creates a faster, cleaner way to move files between ACC and Bluebeam - without downloads, duplicates, or version chaos.

At ARKANCE, we believe that resilient workflows are both connected and adaptable. The ACC Bluebeam Connector is a purpose-built solution that lets stakeholders use the tools they trust, while preserving the document validation and approval workflows. Digital transformation should never mean sacrificing flexibility; it should empower it.

Lieve Dedecker ARKANCE Portfolio Strategy, ARKANCE Global

The Challenge: Manual Processes, Missed Opportunities

Every construction professional knows the struggle:

  • Download from ACC → Upload to Bluebeam → Download again → Re-upload the revised version.

  • Files get renamed. Versions get lost. Markups disappear.

  • Teams waste valuable time chasing updates instead of moving projects forward.

This manual back-and-forth introduces unnecessary risk and slows project timelines, especially when multiple reviewers or large file sets are involved. This tool was created to solve this exact challenge by connecting ACC and Bluebeam directly, without the manual steps.

ACC Bluebeam Connector: How It Works

The ARKANCE ACC Bluebeam Connector simplifies the data transfer process by automating the movement of PDFs, sheets, and other data from ACC to Bluebeam and back. This ensures that the data remains consistent, reducing the risk of discrepancies and maintaining a single source of truth.

Key Features:

  • Direct Cloud-to-Cloud Transfers: Move documents instantly between ACC and Bluebeam without downloading to local drives.

  • Automatic Version Control: Every return upload creates a new version in ACC — maintaining a full audit trail and preserving markups.

  • Web-Based Access: Manage sessions and transfers anywhere, anytime, through a simple browser interface.

  • Session & Project Management: Start, manage, and monitor Bluebeam Sessions directly from the Connector — including participant invites and permissions.

  • Secure, Role-Based Access: Integrates with your existing ACC and Bluebeam permissions to protect project data integrity.

Why Teams Love It

Early adopters report up to a 90% reduction in time spent transferring data — but speed isn’t the only win. The Connector helps project teams:

  • Work from a single source of truth with consistent file versions.

  • Eliminate duplicate uploads and downloads.

  • Reduce risk of lost or outdated markups.

  • Collaborate faster across distributed teams.

  • Stay audit-ready with version histories automatically maintained.

Be.Smart Connector in action

Experience seamless ACC–Bluebeam workflows — watch this on-demand webinar

Working Smarter Starts Here

The ARKANCE ACC-Bluebeam Connector redefines how teams collaborate by connecting two of the construction industry’s most essential tools. No more wasted time, no more file chaos - just a single, automated workflow that keeps your data clean, current, and connected.

As construction technology continues to evolve, ARKANCE is leading the charge toward a truly integrated ecosystem - one where every team member, platform, and project stays in sync.

Be.Smart Connector now commercially available in the U.S. Market, with the European and Australian releases coming soon.

Contact the ARKANCE team to learn more, request a demo, or discuss how this integration can simplify your workflows.

Want to explore how the

Be.Smart Connector could work for your projects?