7fold will host a technical, interactive training session either virtually or in-person.
On-demand trainings are ready and can be available with as little as 48 hours notice if hosted virtually. We prefer to tailor sessions to the needs of your firm, so by giving a 2 – 4 week lead time allows us to curate content specific to the skills your firm is targeting for growth.
Self-paced interactive video tutorials guides designers through workflows end to end. This format is a staple at 7fold that compliments a holistic resource strategy. It ensures the team has a consistent technical reference point and is available 24/7 even when subject matter experts have left the office for the day.
7fold will offer guidance to in-house technical staff for how to field day to day questions as designers implement workflows into practice.
Depending on the firm size, this can look like reinforcing support for existing Design Technology (DT) leaders or equipping designers on staff passionate about technology to position them to answer DT questions.
“BEP” for short- this technical document acts as a single source of truth for technology on a project. It carries critical information that aligns the entire team– from architect, consultant, general contractor, subcontractors, and owner– everyone stays on the same digital page with this foundational document when implemented correctly.
Given the vast amount of technical information required to develop & deliver a project, no one can remember everything all the time. The BEP acts as a bedrock reference point to align the technology on the project.
To name a few, this includes: (1) level of development (model fidelity), (2) metadata required and certified by which party, (3) the stack of tools and versions used, and (4) how data is exchanged between parties. A BEP sets the technical promises for projects where model and data deliverables are included above & beyond a conventional drawing set.
It’s worth establishing a starter BEP for each practice area in your firm to streamline how to get the critical info in place before the project kicks off.
The contents of a BEP tend to be dry for the reasons described above. To ease getting the team up to speed on the workflows, 7fold recommends complimenting the BEP with a Playbook that showcases exactly how to meet the delivery requirements step-by-step. This minimizes friction to adop the BEP when unfamiliar to the team. See Develop a Custom Technology Playbook below for more…
A “Playbook” is the term we use to refer to a collection of workflows documented in a clear, compelling way for designers to understand. Often using a mix of video tutorials, infographics, and interactive PDF’s to convey each step in the workflow.
This colors in the lines of requirements set forth in the BIM Execution Plan so it makes sense for every designer responsible for each aspect of the deliverable.
Priority is focused on documenting workflows not already well-established in the team. If a team member understands the process, the playbook can refer to that person instead of itemizing each step for certain portions of the work.
We develop a complete report documenting the value proposition of a single software or comparing similar software providers within a similar category.
We work with you to understand your firm goals & technology initiatives first so our findings relate to your broader strategy. Our report is formatted in terms of investment strategy and firm change management for digital transformation. By working with us you can be sure you’ll get a broad, in depth perspective across what is current & cutting edge in the industry.
We come into each evaluation with fresh eyes and curious hearts so you can rest assured our findings are specific to your project’s goals.
"Tim's visionary approach as a Regional Design Technology Lead for the Southwest region [at Gensler] resulted in a multifaceted education plan, creating community engagement, enhancing technology and sustainable design integration within our design process, and consistently delivering fresh and engaging content. With his exceptional organizational skills, professionalism, and excellent communication, he would undoubtedly bring immense value to any team lucky to have him on board."
Design Technology Manager & Architect @ HNTB
Former colleages at Gensler
"Tim is an amazing asset, and I would love the opportunity to work with him again. He takes initiative and is thoughtful, creating S.M.A.R.T goals to achieve tangible outcomes. Tim led Design Technology for our Southwest Region. He envisioned a multifaceted education plan to improve sustainable integration within our design process, set it into motion, and continuously nurtured the initiative to deliver fresh, relevant, and engaging content. Tim is smart, patient, an active listener and good communicator. He is engaging and drew people in to advance their knowledge of design technology software. He is giving of his time, and committed to helping others advance a shared mission. I highly recommend Tim and feel he would be a great addition to any culture."
Global Wellness Practice Area Leader @ Gensler - Regional Resilience Leader
Former colleages at Gensler
"I have worked with Tim professionally in the past few years as colleagues [at Gensler], and his expertise has always been valuable in the team. It's great news for the industry that Tim is making his wealth of knowledge available to everyone, and I would not hesitate to recommend to anyone interested."
Occupancy Planning Manager @ JLL for Google
Former colleages at Gensler
"Tim went the extra mile for us. He dug into the details leveraged his ample Revit experience and provided a deliverable that was on point. We especially appreciate the eye towards graphics and professionalism in everything he does. Thank you, Tim!"
CEO @ Iconic BIM, Founder of Guardian for Revit
7fold client
"I had the pleasure of having Tim as a colleague for nearly three years. In this time, he was a key part of initiatives that furthered design excellence at Gensler through advocating and teaching the use of advanced computational and sustainable design tools. We also co-hosted a monthly round table that brought together practitioners from all over Gensler to discuss how we can work better in the 21st century. Tim's energy and willingness to jump in with both feet, regardless of the challenge, is inspirational. Anybody trying to build a team where design technology is key to success - give Tim a call and see where it takes you!"
Senior Associate - Design Technology Lead @ Gensler Southwest
Former colleages at Gensler
"Timothy is one of the most dedicated, diligent and hardworking people I've had the pleasure of working with. He has great organizational skills, professional, personable and an excellent communicator. He would bring value to any organization fortunate enough to have him on their team."
Head of BIM & Design Systems @ Foster + Partners
Former colleages at Gensler
"I had the privilege to work with Timothy Halvorson at Gensler, where his expertise in design technology truly stood out. Timothy's knack for simplifying complex concepts into digestible, accessible ideas made him an invaluable asset. His technical prowess was matched by his professionalism and ability to present his work with clarity and precision. A natural innovator, Timothy's contributions consistently elevated our design processes and outcomes. I wholeheartedly recommend Timothy; his refined skill set, coupled with his positive demeanor and can-do attitude, make him an exceptional addition to any team he joins."
Software Developer / Design Systems Analyst | Applied R+D @ Foster + Partners
Former colleages at Gensler
"Tim brings 110% positive enthusiastic energy to every project I've worked with him on. He's never afraid to try new things and loves learning the most cutting-edge technologies & workflows. He's also passionate about sharing those lessons and leading teams to successful solutions. He produced excellent deliverables under tremendous pressure on high profile projects while keeping the real-world constructibility and project requirements in focus. I'm excited to see what the next chapter brings."
Project Architect @ Gensler Chicago
Former colleages at Gensler
"Tim's knowledge in design technology sets him apart in the architectural profession. In addition, his passion in sustainability and data driven design throughout all stages of the design process, in a variety of platforms, makes him a unique asset for studios that seek Net Zero Carbon as their goals. Tim's extensive BIM expertise and experience positions him to work and help manage large or mega scale projects with a borderless global reach. Finally, his positive attitude, dedication, and mentoring qualities help grow the next generation of design technology leaders."
Project Architect @ Gensler Las Vegas
Former colleages at Gensler
An invoice will be sent via email with payment options depending on selection. If multiple seats are purchased, directions on how to designate seats to designer’s in your firm will be included.
