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IFC Data in ArcGIS Online — Part 1/3
From messy models to usable data. Tips & tricks for adding IFC data to ArcGIS Online — from handling imperfect IFC models to creating a finalized dashboard.
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Part 1 — Processing IFC Models for ArcGIS Pro
Things you should consider when handling IFC files and their corresponding solutions.
For Part 2 — Processing BIM Data in ArcGIS Pro for ArcGIS Online → [Link coming soon]
- Cleaning empty layers
- Creating a building scene layer
- Uploading to ArcGIS Online
For Part 3 — Considerations for Building a Dashboard → [Link coming soon]
I don’t know who needs to read this, but here’s a workflow for taking (not ideal) IFC models and publishing them in ArcGIS Online.
Is it easy? I wouldn’t say so. But better to follow this than spend countless hours on trial and error — like I once did. So here are my steps to help you avoid the same mistakes I made.
Before you start, this tutorial is based on workflows using a Simplebim license and an ArcGIS Online (Creator) license — which includes access to ArcGIS Pro.
