January 31, 2014—The American Institute of Architects (AIA) recently launched AIA Contract Documents 5 (ACD5), an online contract document service that makes it easier than ever for building and design professionals to access contract documents and agreements.
More than 180 AIA documents are already available through ACD5, which enables users to create, access, edit, share and store contract documents instantly from any computer, delivering exceptional accessibility and flexibility. The new platform also offers upgraded document management features and more custom purchase options while delivering the comprehensive protection for which AIA Contract Documents is known.
“As the evolution of the current AIA Contract Documents software platform, ACD5 is absolutely transformational for busy professionals who need instant access to their contracts,” said Deborah DeBernard, vice president and general manager of AIA Contract Documents. “With their contract documents always at their fingertips, ACD5 enables architects, contractors, building owners and attorneys to be more flexible, efficient and profitable.”
In addition to online access to contract documents, ACD5 offers several new and improved features, including:
- Mac and PC Compatibility: Unlike the software, ACD5 works within a Web browser and is compatible with both platforms.
- Simplified Document Collaboration: Users can actively manage the review process by sharing documents, limiting review time, determining who can provide edits and comments, and more.
- Online/Offline Editing: Documents can be downloaded for work offline and then uploaded for finalizing, allowing for the flexibility to work without Internet access.
- Enhanced Security and Protection: ACD5’s increased document access is complemented by state-of-the-art security, including data encryption technology, uninterrupted and secure document access, and world-class data protection.
ACD5 also provides several new document management tools, including:
- Help Me Select an AIA Template Tool: Helps users select the right contract or form before making a purchase
- Side-by-Side Comparison: Allows users to compare key features of up to three documents at a glance
- Clause Library: Stores commonly used legal clauses for insertion in future documents
- Template Library: Houses more than 180 AIA Contract Documents forms and agreements
- Administrator Account: With any multi-user product, users can add one administrative user account that can enroll additional users, manage project security, publish global clauses and templates, and more
