An Update on the Future of FormIt
by the Forma Team, 10 April 2024
Hello FormIt fans!
As you may have heard, Autodesk has shifted FormIt into maintenance mode. This means FormIt is no longer being actively developed and any future releases will only address critical security issues.
Moving forward, Autodesk will be concentrating investments on Forma, our new outcome-based experience for the early planning phase, and FormIt technology will play an important role in Forma's success.
In fact, FormIt capabilities are available in Forma already!
Forma's 3D Sketch sub-mode is built on the FormIt modeling engine, enabling more freeform modeling while supporting building functions and area metrics:
We're actively working on an even deeper integration of FormIt technology in Forma, the latest example being a new ability to edit Constraints in 3D directly from the main Forma design mode:
Ultimately, we see FormIt technology underpinning more Forma capabilities in the future, providing familiar yet powerful 3D editing across many contexts in Forma, seamlessly.
For now, here's what this announcement means for existing FormIt customers:
What's changing?
Effective April 2024, FormIt Pro will no longer be available for purchase or renewal.
This change will affect each FormIt platform differently:
- FormIt for Windows will be maintained until 2027 as we build the next phases of Forma.
- If you have a standalone FormIt Pro license, your access to FormIt for Windows will terminate at the end of your contract, or at the end of April 2024 for auto-renewing subscriptions.
- FormIt for Windows will be available for use through the Autodesk Flex program for a limited period to assist with this transition.
- FormIt for iPad will no longer support login and will no longer be available from the Apple Store after August 31, 2024.
- FormIt Web will be taken offline and will no longer be available after August 31, 2024.
You can access Forma for free with your AEC Collection license.
Why is this happening?
We're excited to announce the latest advancements in fulfilling our vision for the planning phase in AEC. Building on the success of the Autodesk Forma launch in May 2023, we are now embarking on an exciting new chapter.
To further enhance the benefits for our users and maximize the value of our investments, we have integrated key conceptual design capabilities from FormIt into Forma. This improvement empowers users to harness these features alongside robust AI-powered environmental analysis tools and swift access to a wide range of contextual data for your project site, no matter where your project is located.
With these enhancements, we are confident that our customers will experience a more streamlined planning and early-stage design workflow, enabling them to bring their creative visions to life with greater ease and precision. We remain committed to continuously improving to provide our users with the tools they need to succeed in their projects.
When will the changes for FormIt Pro take place?
The changes for FormIt will take place at the end of April 2024.
We appreciate your understanding and patience during this transition, which we're committed to making as smooth as possible for you.
If you have questions, feel free to reach out on the Forma forums, and we'll do our best to answer.
We'll share more information soon.
Stay tuned,
The Forma Team