As we worked through this chapter, we experienced firsthand how the proper configuration and linking the modeled objects included in our design will allow us to leverage automation in the end.

With Civil 3D’s ability to dynamically link and associate a multitude of model objects together, we are essentially eliminating necessary rework and the risk of going over budget and schedule, as we have historically grown accustomed to.

Throughout this chapter, we’ve reviewed the Plan Production capabilities and tools available to us within Civil 3D, where we can automatically generate sheet files of our design, leading to a seamless approach to submitting our design as part of the Digital Delivery process. As we’ve witnessed in the past, the sheeting process has begun much earlier on in the design process, typically just before a Conceptual Design review.

However, as the modeling process becomes more intricate, and technology advancements continue to increase...