eTool Features Requests
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- 18Green Star Buildings - reportingReporting templates following the requirements of the new GS Buildings rating: - Upfront Carbon: treatment of carbon sequestration - Life Cycle Impacts: normalisation and weighting, future decarbonise... Read more...
- 16Allocation of emissions to different modules (e.g. temporary materials to module A5)Emissions from temporary materials should be accounted for in module A5, rather than A1-3.
- 13Separate reporting of sequestered carbonThe new London Plan Life Cycle Assessment policy will require the sequestered carbon of timber products to be included in the A1-A3 modules AND also reported separately in accordance with the relevant... Read more...
- 13People and equipment impacts - Generic construction datasetsWhen creating new templates, not all users have the experience to say how many hours of what kind of equipment is needed for each assembly/construction work. It would be good to introduce some generic... Read more...
- 12Better Integration of EPD'sWe are required to report a full breakdown of individual module impacts across the various elements (Substructure, Superstructure etc.) for the purposes of Net Zero Carbon reporting. Currently any EPD... Read more...
- 12EPD hybridsAs a user I want to be able to used EPDs in my LCA analyses without losing on accuracy and detail even when the specific EPD I want to use has not declared some stages like A4, A5, C etc. A solution t... Read more...
- 10Self-Review Pop UpAs a Certifier, I would like a pop-up window for users that prompts them to conduct a self-review with a link to the support post: https://support.etoollcd.com/index.php/knowledgebase/certify-your-des... Read more...
- 10Remember the custom table in the analysis tabWhen creating a custom tables in the analysis tab it would useful for the app to remember it when I browse through the app and go back in the analysis tab.
- 8Customized Concrete Mix DesignAppreciate eTool has good selection of Concrete mix with different % Replacement of SCM content. However with increasing focus on embodied carbon of materials (and concrete) in the industry, it will b... Read more...
- 8Improve Accuracy of the 'Materials Inventory Summary Report'
As a user, it would be really helpful if the Materials Inventory Summary Report generates accurate data. The figures in the report currently do not match the figures in the Analysis tab. Please fin
... Read more... - 8All Enterprise Users are collaborators in projectsAs a user, I need to be able to access projects created by a team member that has since left the company. This is because the project is not completed and now I have no access. To add every team me... Read more...
- 7Grid/Network Column Under Operational Energy & Water Categories
As a user & reviewer, it would be convenient if there is an extra column for 'Grid/Network' under the Operational Energy & Water categories.
- 7External Certifier RoleWith more and more demand for 3rd party certifications we need the functionality of allocating individuals (potentially from another organisation) as a reviewer or certifier.
- 7Improved Target Setting ReportImprove the Target Setting Report to meet local government requirements for supporting DAs. Specifically: - Formatting and content improvements as per attached mockup - Including columns for water... Read more...
- 7Analysis tab at structure levelThe analysis tab in the design sections is proving very useful for visually displaying impacts but it would be great to have something similar at the structure level to analyse the differences between... Read more...
- 7View material details window in a public/validated templateIt would be really useful to be able to view the material window (where you specify thickness, profile dimensions etc.) for a public/validated template. At the moment, you can only see the basic quant... Read more...
- 6ICMS3 Infrastructure CategoriesHaving different construction scope categories for infrastructure projects makes sense because the current RICS NRM categories do not align to infrastructure projects.
- 6Add a qualifier statement to reports generated for buildings assessed at the design stageI think this is important to prevent eTool reports being misrepresented for a building that was assessed at a preliminary design stage. This will be particularly useful for LCD Lite assessments where ... Read more...
- 6Timed 'Undo' Action for Certification PageAs a certifier, I would like to be able to undo the last action in case I made a mistake with the comments I've made or selected the wrong action (certify instead of request feedback). This option to ... Read more...
- 6Change templates with Bulk SwapIn cases where templates have to be replaced with others, especially when it comes to nested templates where the same template can be found in multiple instance in a model, it would be good if this co... Read more...
- 6Bulk Download of Supporting DocsIt would be handy to be able to multi-select/bulk download supporting documents.
- 6Allow Generation of Uncertified Target Setting Reports without WatermarksAllow users to generate Target Setting reports without watermarks when the designs are uncertified.
- 6Select multiple functions for reporting OR add ‘Reportable Floor Area’The current feature where if you select to report only on the 'Primary' function, only the GFA of the primary function will be used to calculate GWP/m2GFA is pretty helpful (particularly for Green Sta... Read more...
- 6Lock Public EPDsI would like EPDs to be locked once they're made public.
- 6View Template Author(s)As an eTool admin/certifier, it would be very helpful to be able to see who created a template and who has edited it even after it's been validated/made public.
- 6Focus Indicator(s)Add a key indicator focus to the LCA reports
- 6Analysis Tab - Additional Indicator (total Mass of Materials)
it would be really handy if the Analysis tab is able to access the 'Total Mass of Materials' indicator with option to choose by weight or volume.
- 6Assign Projects to Multiple OrganisationsI would like to be able to assign my project to multiple organisations.
- 5Project and Structure Level reportingFor large projects involving multiple buildings (such as precinct level projects) it would be very useful to be able to create reports at the structure, or project level. Precinct level projects co... Read more...
- 5Template grouping by category
Group or add templates by category. Instead of having a list of all templates used in a project it would be nice to break this list down by element category like walls, floors, windows, doors. foundat... Read more...
- 5Apply changes in one design to othersCurrently when you make any changes to the reference/BAU design, you need to be repeat these changes in all subsequent scenarios / cloned designs. It would be super handy to have the option to automat... Read more...
- 5Reporting EPD ImpactsWe are using the All Impacts excel to provide our teams with information on the breakdown of impacts across the different elements and templates. The All Impacts Pivot Tables doesn't pick up EPD's in ... Read more...
- 5Assign Certifications to Certifier UsersAs an eTool Application Administrator, I want to be able to assign and/or reassign certifications to other users that have been assigned the 'Certifier' role.
- 5Improved LCA Report for editing in WordWould be useful to be able to edit the content of the LCA Report that is automatically produced. Current word doc output for the LCA report is poorly formatted compared to the PDF output.
- 5Make Certifier Comments Editable within the Review RoundAs a certifier, it would be helpful if I could still edit my posted comments within the round of review before I notify the client that it's their turn to respond.
- 5GLA and RICS modeIt would be helpful to have a GLA or RICS mode for projects, in which the templates have custom parameters that are aligned with the technical requirement of GLA and RICS, such as transport distances ... Read more...
- 5Automatically Aggregate .CSV and Revit Imports prior to matchingAs a user, I would like duplicate data in my import to be aggregated to reduce the size of my import, increase the simplicity of my model and improve the performance of the import and subsequent model... Read more...
- 5Deleting nested templates within a projectWhen deleting nested templates from a master templates in a project, the app takes the users back to the design's main page. It would be good if it remained in the nested templates page to allow the u... Read more...
- 4Template movement in nested templates and designsIt would be helpful to have the ability to arrange the order of templates in nested templates and in designs.
- 4Organisation BenchmarksSeveral organisations would like to have the ability to use one or more certified models as a benchmark for other projects. There are a lot of building types that eTool doesn't have an appropriate ben... Read more...
- 4Option to remove upfront embodied impacts from template/materialIt would be useful when reusing materials/templates from a previous structure (i.e., raised access flooring in an office refurbishment), to have an option where a template can be selected which doesn’... Read more...
- 4Capture building inputs that occur at different stages over life cycleIt would be beneficial to be able to capture initiatives that may occur at different stages over the life cycle e.g. installation of PV array or connection to a zero emissions energy source at a later... Read more...
- 4Electric Equipment OptionsWe need more electric construction equipment options, including simple electricity consumption during construction. It is becoming more common to have electrical equipment and grid connection to site,... Read more...
- 4Default vs manual New Product to Site (A4 transport to site) settingsI have recently learnt that when adding a material to a new template, if the transport to site settings are set as 'default' then this part of the data (transport distance to site, modes of transport)... Read more...
- 4Multiple bulk swapsIt would be nice if while in the bulk swap page, I could do multiple swaps at the same time instead of doing it one by one. This would be quite useful in the case of concrete and cement replacement wh... Read more...
- 4Recommendations Change Tracker
It would be useful to be able to keep notes of all changes done when modelling a recommendation. It could be a popup window for each recommendation or an extra field within the recommendation that wil... Read more...
- 4Revit Plugin - Group types before mapping templatesIn many cases especially in big projects, there are numerous family types that have minimal changes between them. It would be good for the user to have the option to group some types and then map the ... Read more...
- 4Add nested templates and items in Templates at the project spaceSometimes it's easier to use existing templates and slightly adjust them at the project space. Although this is partially the case currently with the ability to edit item quantities, it would be good ... Read more...
- 4Imperial system of unitsAs a user I would like to choose the Imperial units as a system of measurement.
- 4Revit Plugin - Scope checker functionality
The Revit models usually include numerous families and family types some of which are not relevant with the LCA scope. As a user I will probably leave this unmatched. It would be good if eToolLCD coul... Read more...
- 4Template Library Navigation
Currently if you click on a Template from the library, when you click back it resets your filters (and you have to apply filters again to then scroll through your filtered options). It would be a u
... Read more... - 4Generate original template name spreadsheetIt would be handy if we could generate a spreadsheet of the templates' original names with their corresponding new names especially when templates have been renamed by the user. I know it's probably n... Read more...
- 4Project Profile ReportThe project profile report contains a summary of project specification and key results are presented using graphics and charts there are more appealing and easier to interpret / communicate.
- 4Separate reporting of modules C3 and D.As a user I want to report separately module C3 and D impacts and benefits.
- 4Include "Branch" Scenarios in LCA ReportsWhen using the scenarios feature it is common to model scenarios that are not progressed in the main tree. Currently those "branch" scenarios are not included in the LCA and LCD Feedback reports. It w... Read more...
- 4Results pageIt would be useful to have a "Results" page where all graphs, charts and tables live and can easily be accessed instead of having to create a report to see them.
- 3eTool as a Parametric BIM LibraryUse of 3D Design tools would benefit from being able to use the eTool Template Library to store their parametric components. This would be particularly useful coupled with the "Share Templates with my... Read more...
- 3"Send" templates to other designs and projects
It would be good if the users could send/copy templates from a design to another even if in another project.
- 3Enable Longer Scenario Chains/BranchesAs a user, for the times when I need to update an already certified Proposed Design, it would be very convenient if I'm able to create another long scenario branch off an existing one so that I can av... Read more...
- 3Add template to all scenario optionsAs a user there are often times when a material template was missed or added into a design after various scenarios have already been made. Adding a 'Add template to all design scenarios' would allevia... Read more...
- 3Revit Plugin – Feed results back in RevitA graphical representation of the results back in Revit to help the user do a quick hot spot analysis.
- 3Template overview pop up
It would be nice to get all important details of a template that is being used in a project without having to click on it and then look for these details in the various tabs. It could be a pop up wind... Read more...
- 3Report any combination of functionsIt would be useful to be able to report (generate reports) with any combination of the design functions, i.e. in a design with 4 functions, be able to create reports covering 2 of those functions. Th... Read more...
- 3Un-Certify - Re-Certify Design Feature
Allow a design to be un-certified and re-certified. This might be needed if a new certification requirement arises (such as if a new rating scheme is being applied that requires additional certific
... Read more... - 3Add "In LCA Scope" column in All Impacts ReportCurrently the All Impacts Report publishes all impacts regardless of whether they have been selected as "In Scope" or not at the project level. Whilst it is useful to see all the impacts in raw form ... Read more...
- 3Default latest data set for all new usersIt causes delays and errors with my LCA models
- 3LEED – reportingReporting template following the requirements of the Credit Form: LEED v4 BD+C: Core and Shell, Building Life-Cycle Impact Reduction credit.
- 3Improve Interface for Revit Import
I need to be able to easily distinguish and identify different lines when importing my inputs from Revit. At the moment, the interface is visually too homogeneous and easy to mix up the different line... Read more...
- 3Revit/Excel Import - Template matching
Show an overview of each template while in the "Match" step so that it's easier to identify the most appropriate template.
- 3Pop up description for energy, material and other items
It would be nice to have a brief description of items similar to the templates' description which can be shown in small pop up windows. Could potentially also replace the templates' description for co... Read more...
- 3LCC - differential discount rateWhen conducting an LCC, the client might want to apply different discount rates for different period through the life span of the building. It would be nice if users could set these different discount... Read more...
- 3Templates Import - Filter by UnitWhen importing a CSV file and matching a template it would be good to filter the available templates as per the specified unit i.e. not show or show with a warning the templates that in different unit... Read more...
- 3Comment featureA feature for adding comments to each template to help users identify templates. For instance templates sometimes need to be added (from outside of the Import function) these template can be the same ... Read more...
- 3Revit plugin - Only get the "In Scope" elements from RevitIt would make the import from Revit process much faster if not all elements were captured from Revit. Instead there could be a way to filter the out of scope elements out (e.g. existing elements, furn... Read more...
- 3"Delete" option at bulk swap function
As a user sometimes I need to mass delete material, people and other items from my model. It would be great if I could do this from within the bulk swap page.
- 3Revit plugin - Sort and filter imported family types
It would be good to be able to filter and sort the imported family types at the mapping screen.
- 3Clone templates from the project space, not only the Library
It would be good to be able to clone and edit templates while working in a Project instead of having to open the Library separately and clone/edit them there. This function would open the typical popu... Read more...
- 3New BenchmarksAs a user I´d like to have other benchmarks available in eToolLCD.
- 3Template Import - Match LaterWhen importing a template from Revit or CSV you might find out that something is wrong in either the quantity or the unit or simply you are not sure what is the best match. In this case it would be go... Read more...
- 3Option to lock or keep link between design templates and libraryAs a user sometimes I have to update/fix the templates I am using in my projects. When doing that, it would be good all templates already used in projects to be updated. In the case where I don't want... Read more...
- 3EPD's visible in main design page viewThe EPD's could be included with the other templates in the main design and templates tab, instead of separately in the EPD tab. This will create a better overview of the model and avoid it being over... Read more...
- 3Summary of sources for material's dataExcel report summarizing material assumptions (recycling rate, eol, maintenance, etc.) with the references that are linked to each assumptions. Possibly add a column with the template(s) said materi... Read more...
- 3Enable adding #tags to TemplatesAs an eTool administrator, it would be very useful to be able to add public tags to templates so that our users are able to filter them out accordingly. This could also be useful to users if they c... Read more...
- 3Duplicate instances of templates in a project
It would useful if the user could duplicate instances of templates that are used in a project. Sometimes it's better to use the same template more than one times in order to cross check what has been ... Read more...
- 3Design GWP summary
Present all designs' GWP results in the project's start page. This can be a column for the GWP of each design and some comparative graphs, charts etc where it will be easier to get a quick glance of h... Read more...
- 2Alternative 2 factor authentication methodFor a number of users the verification PIN comes through only after a significant delay. This can be a significant disincentive to using the tool.
- 2Bring back the life cycle inventory reportThis was a key feature that is no longer available. For compliance with EN15978 (LCA must be repeatable) we need the report back.
- 2Revit Import - edit values functionalityAs an assessor it would be nice to be able to edit the values of each family element (rows) imported from Revit (on top of being able to select the unit). Sometimes you may have a difference in thickn... Read more...
- 2Assign category to templatesAs a user sometimes I need to use templates to model elements of a category other than the one assigned to a template's materials. It would be useful if I could change the category of all materials of... Read more...
- 2A new template search systemAs a user I need to find the most suitable template that can represent the element I want to model in the fastest and easiest way. Currently the search for templates primarily relies on the name given... Read more...
- 2Show sub-totals for Proposed and Improved Designs when using scenariosIt would be great if the cumulative savings could be shown against the proposed and improved designs when using the scenarios feature. Currently this row only shows 0s.
- 2Updating the FW indicatorI noticed that eTool reports FW in terms of kg of water. However, this indicator is widely reported on m3, particularly when it comes to certifications and EPDs.
- 2LCC template scale costingScale costs in design to cost plan accurately and quickly.
- 2eToolLCD - Dynamo/Grasshoper interoperabilityeToolLCD has a unique structure which shares a lot of characteristics with BIM tools. Taking advantage of this, eToollCD could integrate an interoperability feature for Dynamo which could enable a use... Read more...
- 2Design Notes
Add a "Notes" field in the Design Details tab.
- 2Results tab at Structure level
As a user I need to compare the various design options with each other through the use of comparative graphs, charts etc. It would very useful if there was a "Results" tab at the Structure level where... Read more...
- 2Refresh Template Library in the Revit Import WindowSometimes as I'm importing my templates, I realise that I need to create a custom template to match with an import item. It would be very useful if I can refresh the template library in the import pag... Read more...
- 2Strategy savings
The strategy savings show as negative once a design becomes carbon negative (using the scenarios functions). Think this will be confusing as to clearly outlining the impacts of a strategy. URL: https:... Read more...
- 2Positive magnitude at recommendationsRecommendations some times are also used to track changes that have a negative impact. Currently such recommendations show a 0% improvement. It would be good if it should the actual +X% increase of im... Read more...
- 2Change LC modules from "Structure" levelIn "part new - part refurbishment" projects and depending on the methodology(e.g. RICS) the refurbished part of the building might need to be modelled including the existing structure so that Stage B ... Read more...
- 2Parametric templatesIt would be nice to have the option to create templates that as an input get more than one parameter(currently the functional unit is the only input parameter). This way it would make it much simpler ... Read more...
- 2Revit/CSV Import – “Decide later” option in the template mapping window.As a user, sometimes when I am using the Revit plugin, I might not be able to find a suitable match for some family types. Instead of stopping the whole process of mapping in order to create these tem... Read more...
- 2Quality Check Dialogue's Title
When going through the certifier's comments in the quality checks, it would be nice if I could see the specific check's title on the top of the pop up window.
- 2Revit Import - Highlight templateAs a user, sometimes I need to match a family type with a closest match when importing from Revit in order to proceed and complete the process. It would useful if there was a way to highlight such tem... Read more...
- 2Group or create templates in the project environmentAs a user I need to create new templates that sometimes have minor changes from existing available templates and thus don't want to overload my library with similar templates. In these case I want the... Read more...
- 2Top Impacts Report - add info: % of total project impactUser to understand how each top impact relates with total results.
- 2Date StampI would like the ability to see a date stamp when i first create a project and also a date stamp showing my last edit to a project with perhaps the users name associated to the edit.
- 2Add South African RAND as currency indicatorOn behalf of users in South Africa, they would like the option of reporting with the South African RAND financial indicator.
- 2Cloning the whole scenario tree to different structure or user.Currently, when cloning a scenario tree, it is replicated within the existing structure. It would be great to have the capability to clone the entire scenario tree into a specified structure and into ... Read more...
- 2Collaborative LCAA multi-disciplinary approach for undertaking LCA in eToolLCD. With increased awareness around climate emergency more engineering disciplines decide to look into how to reduce the whole life impacts o... Read more...
- 2Portfolio Wide ReportingAs a user, I would like to be able to access my eToolLCD Organisation Portal to aggregate Whole Life Carbon assessments results from major developments, refurbishments and standing assets. This includ... Read more...
- 2Mixing different regionalised data in the same projectAble to compare material impacts from different regions, which would allow users to decide for the best supplier option or make better informed decisions.
- 2Revit plugin - Import family types' description.Currently the plugin send the familyt type name to eToolLCD. It would very useful if would also send the family type description parameter.
- 2Summary results at item level
As a user I want to have an overview of a material's or other item's impacts by simply finding it on the templates or categories tab.
- 2Change material category
It would be handy if I could change a material's main category (e.g. from superstructure to external works) from the material's properties window as currently the only way to do this is via bulk swap ... Read more...
- 2'N/A' button for Quality ChecksAs a certifier I'd like to speed up the review process by requesting a 'N/A' button.
- 2Analysis Tab - Pre-filter LC ModulesIt would be nice for the modules in the analysis tab to be prefiltered based on the LC modules that are turned on in the project level.
- 2Design for Disassembly benefits in Module D
As a user I need to quantify the benefits of designing my building or parts of my building for disassembly in which case in the EoL these elements will be dismantled and reused in another building. As... Read more...
- 2Add Anodised Aluminium as an available LCI MaterialAs a user I would like to include the impacts of Anodized Aluminium as part of the scope of my projects.
- 2Combine the Categories and Templates pages
This is similar to the previous feature suggestion but goes a bit further to fully combine the two pages. This, combined with other features like changing the quantities directly without going into th... Read more...
- 2Inert and timber material recycling rates
As I user I want to model the recycling rates of inert and timber materials at EoL similar to metals.
- 2Reassign CertifierAs a certifier, it would be helpful if we could reassign the certifier for a certification when the situation calls for it.
- 2Once Off GWP Negative/Savings OptionI noticed that there's now a 'Zero Impact Product/Material' in the material library. It would be handy if there was a 'negative' impact version of it to easily model once off GWP savings of using salv... Read more...
- 2EPDs in SubcategoriesAs a user I'd like to like specify the subcategories where EPDs will go into a design. At the moment EPD categorisation is only at the major category level (level 1). For example, instead of allocati... Read more...
- 2Upload, view and inspect 3D geometry in eToolLCDIt would be good if when linking a Revit model, a basic 3D view of the model was also imported in eToolLCD so that users can inspect and visualise the results using the model.
- 2IFC Import FunctionalityAs a user, rather than using proprietary product(s) from a particular company (Autodesk), I would like to be given the option to import data in Industry Foundation Classes (IFC).
- 2Add a "Comment" or "Reference" column in the templates screen.
Allow to add a project reference or comment for each template in a project.
- 2Improved template search function
Allow users to review a template before selecting it. It could be a button next to each template name that will open the template in another tab or popup window.
- 2Simultaneous Scenarios and Recommendations within a StructureI would like to be able to use the scenarios function for a new design in an existing structure without affecting recommendations already recorded for another design within the same structure. An exa... Read more...
- 2InfoGraphics (Environ. Sustainability Scale & GHGs avoided)When InfoGraphics are generated not apparent improvement is show in comparison to the selected benchmark and therefore no model is assigned to the "improved" design (or the design being assessed) comp... Read more...
- 2Edit templates within the project spaceIt would be useful if the user could modify the templates from the project space.It's currently possible to delete items, however adding new ones would also be very useful. Ideally when completed it s... Read more...
- 2Scope 1, 2 and 3 - Sort AnalysisIn the Analysis tab for a scenario, it would be extremely helpful to be able to sort by Scope 1, 2 and 3 for the design (similar to how you can select element process names or modules). A one-click ta... Read more...
- 1Update Default Construction Waste FactorsThe current default construction waste factors are out of date. At least 3 standards/rating schemes have recently published average construction waste factors to be used to calculate A5 impacts. These... Read more...
- 1Add SAP 10 and SAP 2012 electricity grids for UK projectsThe new London Plan will require B6 impacts to be calculated in accordance with the updated SAP 10 emission factors.
- 1Possibility to keep certifications when copying scenario treeWhen copying a whole scenario tree, it could be interesting to add a checked box asking if we want to keep BAU certified (confirming there will be no changes to the model for example).
- 1Add UK Future Energy Scenarios 2020 Grids
In order to comply with the RICS guidance and subsequently with the New London Plan policy the I need to use the latest FES slow progression grid.
- 1Listing Revit import categories
Currently the Revit import categories are listed haphazardly making it quite time consuming to search and allot templates. Suggesting to list the Revit import categories 'categorically'. For exampl... Read more...
- 1Export of TemplatesCan scripted export of all the template names, UoM etc e maid available so that it could be incorporated into an excel sheet so that when we are choosing the template to match an existing item from o... Read more...
- 1Add Hydraulic Oil as an LCI MaterialThe addition of Hydraulic Oil as a material allows the creation of hydraulic ram and hydraulic cylinder templates.
- 1Separate module for People Transport impactsAs transportation of construction labour is out of the system boundary for EN 15978 assessments, it would be good if there was an easy way to turn these impacts on and off through the
- 1Share templates accross multiple organisationsAs a user that has seats in multiple organisations, I would like to be able to share the templates I've created will multiple organisations.
- 1Reporting Module added to dropdowns
As a user I need to be able to easily attribute components of my LCA to each module. By including the reporting module to the drop downs, like what is available for Water, it will be faster and easier... Read more...
- 1Bulk Swap - Include the template as a parameter in the people and equipment tabsAs a user I need to edit the people and equipment attributes based on the template name.
- 1data quality assessmentUsing the contingency and uncertainty factors referenced in RICS v2 applied at template and EPD/material level to automate a data quality assessment
- 1Template bug
Cannot change the material from ply wood to OSB.
- 1Certifier Review Statement - ImprovementThe new Scenarios feature is very helpful to assess different strategies individually. However, when a Proposed Design is modelled and certified using it, the Certifier Review Statement only pulls the... Read more...
- 1EPD CreationIt would be useful for some software users to be able to create product EPDs in eTool.
- 1coloured charts in the reportThe idea is to read the charts in the report in an easier way.
- 1Alternative to "Bulk Swap" functionWhen we need to change one material to another it would be good to have the app give a list of all other templates or material instances that this material is used at and ask if we 'd like to perform ... Read more...
- 1Delete Function's templatesIt would be handy to be able to delete every template assigned to a given function at once - e.g. when deleting a function, given the option of deleting all templates instead of applying them to a dif... Read more...
- 1Validated Template Filter in LibraryIt could be useful to be able to search through only validated templates in the library when trying to identify the most appropriate template.
- 1Default template nameIt would be useful to have visibility of a template's default library name once it has been added to a design. Often I will adjust the template name in order to make it identifiable to a specific comp... Read more...
- 1Favourite templatesIt would be useful to have an area in the templates library (accessible from a design when adding templates), that contain a users' 'favourites' or frequently used templates. If the user is able to a... Read more...
- 1Make change to template in all scenariosOnce a project has multiple scenarios completed, updating a clarified quantity or fixing a mistake takes far too long since it must be repeated in each scenario individually. This increases a source o... Read more...
- 1Template Import - Copy template name
When importing templates either via Revit or CSV I need to assign the same template to various items. It would be nice if we could copy the template name from an already mapped item and paste it in an... Read more...
- 1Template Import - Auto detect units of mapped templatesAs a user I want the app to automatically detect the relevant unit when I match an item with a template. Although this will not be possible in some cases where the user selects a template with a unit ... Read more...
- 1Revit Plugin - "Send to eTool User" functionAs an eToolLCD user I might not have immediate access to the live, central Revit models. Instead eToolLCD users are usually consultants who are issued versions of the Revit models and hence a live, co... Read more...
- 1Include "Warehouse" as a Building FunctionWarehouses are demanding more and more LCAs and there is no specific function on the "building funtion" list specific. "Distributin centre" would be other good option.
- 1Materials' density at All Impacts reportSome users use the Data Tab of the All Impacts report for further analysis of the results. In terms of materials, currently only the mass can be retrieved from the report. It would be useful if the de... Read more...
- 1"Model Changes" field at Recommendations
As a user I need to keep notes of what changes are being performed when modelling a new recommendation/scenario to be able to get back and fix things if needed and for the certifier to be able to trac... Read more...
- 1Allow adding comments within the energy and water itemsWhen changing an energy or water formula it would be good to be able to add a note to keep track of it.
- 1Fixed menu and graphs
It would be good if the menu, various buttons and graphs on top of the page and on the sides were fixed so that they are accessible immediately even when the user has scrolled down.
- 1(%) change of GWP after every single change in the model
It would be good to get a discreet message somewhere in the app after every single change to notify the user how this change affected the total GWP impacts. For example it would show a message like "O... Read more...
- 1Quality Checks for Library TemplatesWe should add a set of quality checks to templates within the library environment. This would help with template validation and improve consistency of templates in the library.