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Project Matrix Overview

Learn what the Project Matrix is and how it streamlines ACC project setup.

What is the Project Matrix?

The Project Matrix is Foreman's central configuration tool for Autodesk Construction Cloud projects. It lets you define every aspect of project setup — roles, folders, permissions, and access — in a single, structured workspace, then deploy those configurations to one or many ACC projects.

A single matrix can be copied across multiple projects, ensuring consistency across your entire ACC account.

How it works

The Project Matrix wizard guides you through five sequential steps, each building on the last:

1

Roles Matrix

Define parties (Level 1), functions (Level 2), and disciplines (Level 3). Import from CSV or use AI suggestions.

2

Overrides & Role Groups

Restrict which functions and disciplines are available per party, and create catch-all role groups for permission consolidation.

3

Display Names

Optionally map party codes to human-readable labels for use in folder names.

4

Folder Structure

Design folder templates with placeholders that expand into full hierarchies, then deploy to ACC.

5

Permissions

Assign folder-level permissions to roles using strategy presets and AI-powered suggestions.

Key benefits

  • Consistency — Apply the same structure across dozens of projects without manual repetition.
  • Speed — AI suggestions, CSV imports, and AI-assisted role restructuring eliminate hours of manual configuration.
  • Undo/redo — Full change history within each session lets you experiment safely.
  • Compliance — Standardised folder structures and permissions reduce security risks.

Try it first — Demo Mode

Not ready to connect your ACC account? Try the interactive demo to walk through all five wizard steps with pre-populated sample data. AI suggestions work, your progress auto-saves to your browser, and you can import your demo configuration into a real project when you sign up. No account required.

Getting started

To create your first Project Matrix, navigate to Create Project Folders in the sidebar and select a hub and project. The wizard will guide you through each step.

If you already have a matrix on another project, use the Copy Matrix feature to start from an existing configuration rather than building from scratch.

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