13 Folder Structure Best Practices Everyone Must Know

13 Civil Engineering Folder Structure Best Practices

Is your folder structure doing more harm than good?

Download our free 9-page guide to learn 13+ expert tips and pitfalls that everyone must know (but probably doesn't) when creating or optimising folder structures


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In this actionable eBook, you'll learn:

  • The warning signs and challenges of poor folder structures
  • The benefits of an efficient and organised folder structure
  • 13+ fundamental best practices to creating them, including using floating folders, ordering with number prefixes and ways to avoid duplication
  • Some best practices for creating geospatial naming conventions  
  • As well as how to enforce your folder structure and naming conventions with 12d Synergy


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About the eBook's Best Practices

The best practices, tips and tricks detailed in this eBook were developed from the knowledge of Tim Brooks who has over 21 years’ experience in the civil engineering industry. 

Tim has worked as both a civil designer and drafter across a variety of different projects, from small urban jobs to major highways and motorways.  

Tim has worked at companies with very minimal standards in place, with almost free-for-all folder structures, to very structured companies. Tim also consults and implements folder structures for 12d Synergy's clients.  

Tim Brooks Implementation, Training and Technical Support 12d Synergy and 12d Model 


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