Just started using the 4D planning software Synchro that lets you combine a traditional programme with 3D representations of the construction project.
Whilst the results are no doubt impressive, it requires a HUGE amount of fiddly, upfront work to produce the 3D models. I am using google sketchup, and whilst I can’t complain too much (as it is free), it is very frustrating at times. So far I have only used boxes and blocks to represent the buildings as my efforts to produce a "real" representation have failed. I have combined these with hoarding lines, access routes and compounds to indicate phasing more than an actual construction sequence.
Is anyone else using this software ? How are you finding it ? What 3D software are you using it with ? Any tips / tricks you could share ?