Keeping the project record, explained.
Retention periods, closeout steps and the difference between an export, a sync and a backup. Sourced, and reviewed on the date shown.
Guides and checklists
- GuideKeeping construction project records after completionWhich project records to keep after completion, why limitation periods make that a long time, and what to ask your lawyer.
- ChecklistProject closeout records checklist for Procore, Autodesk Forma, BIM 360 and AconexWhat to export or back up from Procore, Autodesk Forma, BIM 360 and Aconex before project access ends.
- ExplainerBackup, sync and archive are not the same thingThe difference between a platform export or archive, a sync to SharePoint or Box, and a scheduled backup into your own storage.
Comparisons
- vs Procore Project ArchiveA closeout export someone runs by hand, or a backup that keeps running.
- vs Autodesk Replication Tool and BridgeAutodesk's own tools copy files. SIINC backs up the project and moves it whole.
- vs Oracle Aconex ArchivesAn archive you order from Oracle, or a backup in storage you own.
- vs syncing to SharePoint, Teams or BoxA mirror copies mistakes across. A backup keeps the version from before them.
SIINC backs up Procore, Autodesk Forma and Oracle Aconex into storage you own, on a schedule.