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The Open Source ERP for high-volume logistics and agile business growth.

Find, compare & specify construction products with confidence.

NBS Source is a comprehensive platform designed to connect construction product manufacturers with specifiers. It serves as a centralized repository for product information, BIM objects, and technical specifications. Manufacturers can list their products, enhancing visibility and facilitating selection by architects, engineers, and other construction professionals. The platform includes the NBS National BIM Library, providing high-quality BIM objects certified to meet the NBS BIM Object Standard. NBS Source streamlines the specification process by providing tools for comparison and selection, ensuring accuracy and compliance with industry standards. It supports collaborative specification writing through integration with NBS Chorus and offers BIM tools and guides to increase productivity. The platform aims to be the primary resource for specifiers seeking reliable product data and BIM content, fostering efficient and informed decision-making in construction projects.
NBS Source is a comprehensive platform designed to connect construction product manufacturers with specifiers.
Explore all tools that specialize in manage product data. This domain focus ensures NBS Source delivers optimized results for this specific requirement.
Explore all tools that specialize in product comparison. This domain focus ensures NBS Source delivers optimized results for this specific requirement.
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NBS certifies BIM objects to meet specific standards ensuring quality and compatibility across different BIM software platforms. This involves rigorous testing and validation of geometric accuracy, data integrity, and classification consistency.
Seamless integration with NBS Chorus enables specifiers to directly incorporate product information from NBS Source into their project specifications. This includes automated updates and real-time collaboration features.
Allows users to compare multiple products side-by-side based on various criteria, including technical specifications, performance metrics, and compliance certifications. This involves a dynamic table interface with filtering and sorting options.
Manufacturers can host CPD (Continuing Professional Development) materials directly on NBS Source, providing specifiers with access to valuable educational content. This includes online courses, webinars, and downloadable resources.
Provides manufacturers with detailed insights into product performance, including views, downloads, and specification rates. This data is presented through interactive charts and graphs, enabling data-driven decision-making.
Sign up for an NBS Source account (either as a manufacturer or specifier).
Browse categories or search for specific products using keywords.
Compare products side-by-side, reviewing specifications and technical details.
Download BIM objects and integrate them into your BIM software.
Utilize NBS Chorus for collaborative specification writing, incorporating selected products.
Access CPD materials to enhance your knowledge of specific products and industry standards.
Contact manufacturers directly through the platform for further information or support.
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“Users praise the platform for its comprehensive product information and integration with NBS Chorus, while some suggest improvements in search functionality and BIM object quality control.”
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The Open Source ERP for high-volume logistics and agile business growth.

The cloud-native product development platform that integrates 3D CAD, PDM, and advanced AI-driven analytics.