When creating a model, it is of the utmost importance that all parts are correctly assembled, which is verified by means of a consistency check. The individual parts of a model may also be too closely interrelated, ie. The clash may be hard-hard, eg. pipe against steel. The clash detection test may run on-line while working on the model, or the user can run the the test at intervals as the models progresses. The possibilities for setting up reports are indefinite - there is no limit to the type of report that the user can extract from the system.
Typical reports comprise lists of materials, components, etc.
Data for the drawings is supplied automatically from the model. Whenever the model is modified, data will automatically be transferred to the drawings, ie. It is supported by a strong macro language and hence allows relatively easy interface with other programs. Time Savings Clashes are detected before they become a problem. Data need only be input to the model once.