VDC MANAGER 4.2: Deliver trusted BIM data with smarter workflows and better collaboration

Building Information Modeling has become standard practice across construction and infrastructure projects. Today, the challenge is no longer creating BIM models, it’s ensuring they contain the right information, support reliable project decisions, and connect seamlessly across disciplines.

As projects become larger and more complex, BIM managers need more than model checking. They need to validate information quality, coordinate multiple disciplines, connect models with schedules and quantities, and automate repetitive tasks without slowing down project delivery.

With VDC MANAGER 4.2, Thinkproject introduces a release focused on helping BIM experts work with greater confidence, efficiency and consistency through IDS-based model validation, connected BIM workflows and significant usability improvements.

Trust BIM Data with IDS-based Model Checking

Reliable project decisions start with reliable information.

VDC MANAGER 4.2 introduces IDS (Information Delivery Specification) model checking, allowing BIM managers to validate IFC models against defined information requirements before coordination begins.

Beyond checking whether information is present, IDS helps enforce project-specific standards such as naming conventions, classifications, required properties and constructability requirements. This creates a consistent and trustworthy information foundation throughout the project lifecycle.

By identifying information quality issues earlier, teams can reduce rework, improve coordination quality and increase confidence in every model revision.

Connect BIM Information Across Domains

Project information rarely exists in isolation.

Model elements are closely connected with schedules, quantities, issues and project documentation. Managing these relationships manually can quickly become time-consuming, especially across multiple model revisions.

VDC MANAGER 4.2 introduces Cross-Domain Linking, making it easier to establish and maintain relationships between BIM models, schedules, Bills of Quantities and issues.

Instead of recreating links after every update, BIM teams can build connected workflows that remain consistent across revisions. The result is improved coordination, more reliable 4D and 5D processes, and greater confidence that project information remains aligned throughout delivery.

A Faster Experience for Everyday BIM Coordination

As BIM projects continue to grow, productivity becomes just as important as functionality.

VDC MANAGER4.2 delivers a significantly improved user experience designed specifically for expert BIM users managing large federated models.

Highlights include:

• Unified selection behaviour across all BIM domains
• A single Inspector for geometry, schedules, BoQs, clashes and issues
• Redesigned Smart Sets and Selection Sets for easier configuration and maintenance
• Improved navigation between connected BIM information

Together, these enhancements reduce context switching, minimise repetitive clicks and help BIM managers focus on coordination decisions instead of navigating between tools.

Stronger Open BIM Collaboration

Effective collaboration depends on everyone working with the same, up-to-date information.

VDC MANAGER 4.2 enhances Open BIM workflows through improved BCF capabilities, including colour scheme exchange, direct viewpoint references within comments and enhanced permission handling when synchronising issues with VDC Collaboration.

These improvements ensure that coordination data created by BIM experts is transferred accurately to VDC COLLABORATION, where project stakeholders can review issues in their browser with the correct permissions and full issue context preserved.

The result is a more transparent, secure and efficient collaboration process while maintaining full support for IFC, BCF and other Open BIM standards.

More Automation for Project-Specific BIM Workflows

Every organisation manages BIM differently.

That’s why VDC MANAGER continues to expand its automation capabilities through enhanced APIs, improved scripting options and more powerful Smart Sets.

These capabilities help organisations automate repetitive BIM processes such as property enrichment, project-specific quality assurance, reporting and 4D preparation—saving valuable time on every model revision while ensuring consistent project standards.

Built for Connected Project Delivery

VDC MANAGER is Thinkproject’s expert BIM management solution for model validation, coordination, 4D/5D analysis and automation.

Working together with VDC COLLABORATION, it creates a connected environment where expert BIM execution seamlessly transitions into project-wide collaboration.

Authoring tools create BIM models.

VDC MANAGER validates, enriches and coordinates them.

VDC COLLABORATION makes trusted BIM information available to the entire project team.

Together, they create a connected digital construction workflow that improves model quality, project confidence and delivery performance.

Available July 2026

VDC MANAGER 4.2 is now available.

VDC MANAGER 4.0 powers BIM precision in Built Asset Projects

VDC MANAGER 4.0 revolutionizes construction workflows by helping teams reduce errors, accelerate timelines, and improve project outcomes through advanced digital tools.

[Munich, 26/06/2025] – Thinkproject, a leading provider of construction software solutions, announces the release of VDC MANAGER 4.0, a major software upgrade designed to transform the way construction professionals manage and visualize building information models (BIM).

VDC MANAGER 4.0 is set to transform the construction industry by streamlining workflows, reducing project timelines and costs, and offering customizable tools to meet diverse user needs. With improved IFC handling for seamless interoperability, enhanced object visualization, and advanced collaboration features like BCF issue sync, it empowers teams to manage issues in real time and communicate more effectively across platforms.

“VDC MANAGER has always been committed to empowering the construction industry with the tools they need to succeed in an increasingly complex environment. This release represents a significant leap forward, offering unparalleled efficiency, flexibility, and collaboration for VDC professionals.” – Richard Moyle, Chief Product Officer at Thinkproject

Key Innovations Driving Industry Transformation

With the new features and functionalities added to VDC MANAGER 4.0 Thinkproject customers benefit from:

• A redesigned UI: The new, intuitive user interface streamlines workflows, reduces learning curves, and allows users to quickly access the tools they need, resulting in increased productivity.
• Improved IFC Handling & Export: Enhanced support for Industry Foundation Classes (IFC) ensures seamless interoperability between different software platforms, minimizing data loss and improving collaboration across project teams.
• Focus Mode: This new feature allows users to isolate and visualize specific building elements or systems, providing a clearer understanding of complex designs and facilitating more informed decision-making.
• Revised Color Schemes: Optimized color schemes enhance object visualization, making it easier to identify and differentiate between various building components.
• More Powerful Scripting & Automation: Expanded scripting capabilities enable users to automate repetitive tasks and customize workflows saving time and reducing errors.
• BCF Issue Synchronization: Seamless integration with Building Collaboration Format (BCF) allows for real-time synchronization of issues and markups between VDC MANAGER and VDC Collaboration streamlining issue management and improving communication.