What is OpenAEC Docs?
OpenAEC Docs is a document management system (DMS) specifically designed for BIM projects in the construction industry. It is based on Nextcloud — the most popular open source platform for file management and collaboration. It provides a central place for managing, sharing and archiving all project documents — from drawings and reports to contracts and permits.
Built on Nextcloud with additional Rust and TypeScript modules for BIM-specific functionality.
Features
Document management
Upload, organize and search documents by project, discipline or phase. Automatic metadata extraction.
Version control
Complete version history of every document. Compare versions and restore previous revisions.
IFCX integration
Link documents to IFCX model elements. View related documents directly from the BIM model.
Access control
Role-based permissions per project and folder. Determine who can view, edit or delete documents.
Search & filter
Full-text search through documents and metadata. Filter by type, date, author or status.
API & integration
REST API for integration with other tools in the OpenAEC ecosystem. Webhooks for automation.
Self-hosted & privacy-first
OpenAEC Docs runs on your own server via Docker. Full control over your data, no cloud dependency. Ideal for organizations with strict privacy and compliance requirements.