Bluebeam Tip: Enhancing Collaboration with Bluebeam Studio Sessions: Workflow Tips and Best Practices

Bluebeam Studio Sessions is a powerful feature in Bluebeam Revu that streamlines the collaboration process. By enabling multiple users to mark up and discuss the same documents in real-time, project teams can accelerate their review cycles and improve project communication.

Here are some tips to enhance your workflow with Bluebeam Studio Sessions:

• Initiate a Session: Start by creating a new Studio Session in Bluebeam Revu. Invite team members by entering their email addresses, and they will receive an invitation to join the session.
• Upload Documents: Add PDFs to the session for collaboration. You can add files from your computer or directly from Bluebeam Studio Projects if you're using that feature.
• Real-Time Collaboration: As participants join the session, they can view, comment, and mark up the documents in real-time. All annotations are tracked, which maintains accountability and an audit trail.
• Leave the Session Open: You don't need to conclude a session immediately after the review. Leave it open for ongoing discussions or follow-up comments, allowing team members to contribute as needed.
• Use the Attendees List: Monitor who is currently in the session and manage participants' permissions through the Attendees List. This helps control the level of access each participant has.
• Chat Feature: Utilize the built-in chat feature to communicate with team members during a session. This can reduce the need for additional emails or phone calls.
• Session Record: At the end of a Studio Session, generate a report that includes all annotations and the chat record. This document can serve as a part of the project records.

For more advanced features and expert advice, consult with a Bluebeam expert at NOVEDGE. They can assist you with tailored solutions to further enhance your project workflows using Bluebeam Studio Sessions.