IT Support for Architecture & Engineering Firms in London
Architecture and engineering firms work with large CAD and BIM files, high-performance workstations and collaborative project platforms. We support design studios and engineering consultancies across London with hardware, software and the network infrastructure that large files demand.
Sector Friction Points
Common IT Challenges
- AutoCAD, Revit and BIM software performance issues on underpowered or ageing workstations
- Large project file handling and shared storage for design teams
- Remote team collaboration on heavy CAD and BIM files
- High-spec workstation procurement, build and support
- Rendering and simulation performance bottlenecks
- Backup and version control for active project files
Tailored Architecture
How We Help
- High-performance workstation specification, build and support
- AutoCAD, Revit and BIM software installation and optimisation
- NAS and shared network storage for large project file access
- Fast LAN setup to support teams sharing heavy drawings
- SharePoint and cloud storage for remote team collaboration
- Reliable backup with version history for active project data
Best Practice Standards
What Good Support Looks Like
Big files, real workstations
Revit models, renders and CAD drawings need fast storage and capable workstations. We size machines and storage for the work, not for an average office.
Shared projects without overwrites
Teams working on the same project need clear file structure and permissions. We set up NAS or SharePoint storage that suits how your projects run.
Licences and plotters
Autodesk sign-in problems and plotter faults stop drawings going out. We sort the IT side quickly so deadlines are met.
Matched Solutions
Relevant Services for Architecture & Engineering
Clear Answers
Questions Before You Book
Should our CAD files live on a NAS or in SharePoint?
Large live Revit and CAD projects usually work better on fast local storage such as a NAS, backed up to the cloud. Finished drawings and documents suit SharePoint. We often set up both.
Can you spec a workstation for Revit or rendering?
Yes. We recommend the processor, memory, graphics card and storage based on the software and the size of your models.
Can staff open big models from home?
Opening huge files over a home connection is slow. We set up remote access to an office workstation or a cloud workflow that suits the files.
Do you back up project files?
Yes. We set up versioned backups so an overwritten or deleted drawing can be restored from an earlier point.
Direct Engineering
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Free consultation. No sales pressure. We will discuss your specific requirements and how we can help.
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IT support built around Architecture & Engineering
We understand the specific software, compliance requirements and operational pressures your sector faces. Let us talk through how we can help.