How to Migrate from BIM 360 to Amazon S3

Migrating your data is a multi-step process, but it doesn’t have to be overwhelming. This guide will provide clear, actionable steps to help you move your files securely and efficiently. Whether you’re dealing with permissions, metadata, or large volumes of data, you’ll find everything you need to navigate the migration process with confidence.

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Migrating data from BIM 360 to Amazon S3 involves moving project documents, drawings, and related files from Autodesk’s cloud-based construction platform into Amazon’s scalable object storage service. This guide walks you through the process, outlining the necessary steps, tools, and best practices to ensure a secure and efficient transition.

 

What Does “BIM 360 to Amazon S3 Migration” Look Like?

BIM 360 is a cloud solution built for design and construction management, offering tools for collaboration, file review, issue tracking, and field coordination. Amazon S3 is a general-purpose storage platform used for scalable data archiving, compliance, and integration with enterprise workflows.

This migration typically involves exporting finalized or archived BIM 360 project files and moving them into structured storage in S3.

 

Why Are Organizations Migrating from BIM 360 to Amazon S3?

  1. Project Closeout and Archival
    BIM 360 manages active construction workflows and collaboration.
    S3 is used to store closed project data for future access, legal reference, or audits. 
  2. Long-Term Retention and Compliance
    BIM 360 is focused on current project management without advanced retention tools. S3 supports lifecycle policies, cold storage options, and compliance-ready configurations.
     
  3. Post-Project Analytics and Integration
    BIM 360 provides basic reporting and data export, but not full integration with enterprise analytics platforms. S3 integrates with AWS tools (Athena, Redshift, QuickSight) for advanced data analysis. 

 

Prerequisites: What Should You Know Before Starting the Migration?

Access Credentials

Ensure you have administrative access to BIM 360 and AWS (S3).

Required Permissions

You’ll need permission to download/export files from BIM 360 and write/upload to Amazon S3 buckets.

Choose the Right Migration Tool

Why Use Cloudsfer?

Cloudsfer simplifies data transfer from BIM 360 to S3 with:

  • Secure platform connectors for both systems
  • Filters by file type, size, or modification date
  • Metadata preservation options
  • Progress tracking and detailed error logs 

     

Step-by-Step Process

Step 1: Assess Data Volume in BIM 360

  • Review BIM 360 file structure, folder sizes, and project data 
  • Identify files for archival or retention 
  • Clean out unnecessary or duplicate files to reduce migration time 

 

Step 2: Prepare Amazon S3 for Incoming Data

  • Set up destination S3 buckets based on the project or organizational structure 
  • Apply appropriate IAM roles, bucket policies, and access permissions 
  • Enable encryption, versioning, and lifecycle rules for retention 

 

Step 3: Set Up Cloudsfer as Your Migration Tool

     1.  Connect BIM 360

  • Log in to Cloudsfer and authenticate BIM 360 as your source 
  • Select folders or project files to migrate 

      2.  Connect Amazon S3

  • Add AWS credentials and choose the target bucket 
  • Define folder paths and structure within S3 

      3. Select Data to Migrate

  • Use Cloudsfer filters to migrate only specific files by type, date, or size 

 

Step 4: Start the Migration

Initiate the Migration

  • Launch migration directly from the dashboard 
  • Choose whether to perform a full migration or a partial/incremental transfer 

Monitor Progress

  • Track migration through status indicators and logs 
  • Pause and resume transfers if needed 

Handle Errors

  • If any issues occur, Cloudsfer will provide error logs for troubleshooting.

 

Step 5: Verify and Finalize the Migration

  • Confirm all files are in S3 and maintain the correct structure 
  • Check metadata and naming consistency 
  • Test file access and confirm permissions 

 

Get started today with Cloudsfer 

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  • No learning curve – Start your first migration now with an intuitive, user-friendly interface.

  • Designed for scalability – Cloudsfer handle data transfers ranging from 1 GB to thousands of TB.

  • Uninterrupted operations –With Cloudsfer’s Delta Migration, you can continue working regulary during data transfers.

  • Security as top priority – Featuring industry-leading 256-bit end-to-end encryption, two-factor authentication, and a 100% data privacy guarantee. (Your data is never stored.)

  • 24/7 expert support – Our team of migration experts is always ready to assist.

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