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Model Exchange with Trimble Connect

Models and documents stored in buildagil can be regularly synchronized with Trimble Connect using the "Trimble Connect Sync" program. This ensures that the latest model versions from buildagil are always available in Trimble Connect.


To perform the exchange, the desired project must be synced with OneDrive. For more information, see the following article: Synchronization with OneDrive.


The "Trimble Connect Sync" program can be downloaded from the following link: Install Trimble Connect Sync.


After launching Trimble Connect Sync, you can open the synchronization settings under "Advanced."



You can then use "Add Sync Schedule" to define new synchronization rules.



Synchronization Settings:

  1. Title for the synchronization rule
  2. Synchronization Direction: We recommend selecting "Upload Only" to ensure that the new data is always transferred from buildagil to Trimble
  3. Synchronization Frequency: Specify how often synchronization should occur. During regular synchronization, the system checks for new models or new model versions, which are then synchronized.


Please note that the device on which the synchronization rule is running must be turned on at the specified time; otherwise, execution of synchronization cannot take place


  1. Folder in OneDrive that is synced



Synchronization is now set up and will run regularly at the specified time. You can manually start the first synchronization by clicking "Sync."



We have deliberately chosen not to implement automatic exchange of model tasks between Trimble and buildagil, as this would result in duplicate data sets and potentially lead to parallel editing of model tasks in different systems. This would compromise the existence of a central, single source of truth and, consequently, control and traceability within the project. This, in turn, would result in additional coordination and data reconciliation efforts.


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Updated on: 23/10/2026