Primary | Architecture, engineering & construction

Secure File Sharing for AEC Teams

File Sharing for Architecture, Engineering, and Construction

Third-Party Contractor Access
AEC firms often collaborate with multiple third-party contractors who need access to internal systems and sensitive project data. Primary’s browser provides granular access controls and data loss prevention (DLP) features, ensuring contractors can access only the necessary systems and data while preventing unauthorized data sharing or breaches.
BYOD and Remote Access
In the AEC industry, workers often use personal devices or work remotely from construction sites. Primary enables secure BYOD environments, ensuring corporate data is protected even when accessed from personal, unmanaged devices. Features like device posture telemetry and continuous authentication mitigate the risks associated with unsecured endpoints.
Privileged Access and Compliance
For managing access to sensitive project files and intellectual property, Primary provides privileged access management (PAM). This feature helps AEC firms ensure that only authorized personnel can access critical systems and project data, preventing both intentional and accidental data breaches. This also assists firms in staying compliant with industry regulations like GDPR and CCPA.
Data Integrity in Collaborative Environments
AEC projects involve frequent collaboration and sharing of large datasets, including designs, plans, and financial documents. Primary offers data governance policies that enable firms to control how data is accessed, shared, and modified. This ensures that sensitive project data remains secure while allowing for real-time collaboration across multiple teams and locations.
VDI Replacement for Streamlined Operations
AEC firms often rely on virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) for remote access to applications. However, Primary’s browser can serve as a VDI alternative, offering secure web access to applications and data without the high costs and performance issues associated with VDI. This allows for faster, more efficient workflows without compromising on security.
Shadow IT and Data Visibility
Many AEC firms struggle with shadow IT, where employees use unapproved software or platforms. Primary mitigates this risk by providing full visibility into browser activity and ensuring that all project data remains within corporate control, reducing the risks of data leakage or security gaps.

Seamless Interaction

Secure Collaboration & Sharing

Primary Enterprise Browser empowers your company to tackle secure, scalable operations for Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) firms.

Facilitate real-time collaboration on designs, blueprints, and projects while ensuring data security and compliance. With Primary, teams can seamlessly interact with cloud-based applications and internal resources, protected by Zero Trust architecture. Primary can be deployed as a core platform or integrated into your existing security infrastructure.

Collaborate Safely

Secure Browser Control

Primary ensures secure access to sensitive project data from any device, whether in the office or on-site.

Teams can collaborate and share files safely, thanks to dynamic policy enforcement that prevents unauthorized actions like printing or downloading sensitive blueprints. With robust browser isolation, all activities remain protected without performance loss.

Data Breach Free

Efficient Contractor and Third-Party Access

With granular access controls, AEC firms can easily manage external contractors, ensuring they only have access to the files and data they need for the project.

This eliminates the risk of data breaches from third-party actors while allowing real-time updates across locations. Remote access becomes secure and efficient.

Instant Oversight for Admins

Real-Time Activity Logs and Compliance

Primary provides forensic audit logs of all browser activity, enabling administrators to monitor project-related actions in real time.

The built-in logging system ensures compliance with industry regulations like GDPR or CCPA, giving AEC firms confidence in the secure handling of sensitive client information. This feature also aids in troubleshooting and fine-tuning workflows for maximum efficiency.

Integration

Seamless Integration with CAD and Design Tools

Primary integrates effortlessly with common AEC software platforms, ensuring smooth operations across tools like AutoCAD and Revit. Users can view, edit, and collaborate on files within the secure browser environment, without worrying about data leakage.

Secure Access, Seamless Workflows

Enhanced Productivity with Zero-Trust Protection

Primary's Zero Trust architecture secures every interaction across devices, applications, and networks, ensuring employees can access what they need without compromising the organization's security. Role-based controls allow for task-specific access, reducing the risk of internal threats or accidental data exposure.

Safe Collaboration

A Digital Platform for Collaboration

Designed for secure, location-agnostic work, Primary enhances cross-team collaboration across projects. It enables workers to access corporate data and applications anywhere while maintaining data integrity, increasing project speed, and allowing real-time collaboration with engineers, architects, and construction managers on every project.

Control & Policies

Smart Security and Data Loss Prevention (DLP)

Primary provides an intelligent security engine that integrates advanced data loss prevention (DLP) protocols to seamlessly protect sensitive information.

Web-based activities and interactions can be monitored for potential risks, including unauthorized data transfers, file downloads, and unusual user behaviors. The Dynamic Security System automatically applies granular access controls and enforces policies tailored to your organization's needs. Whether it's defining role-based access or managing privileged user activity,

Primary ensures that confidential project files and sensitive client data are secured against breaches and unauthorized access. With DLP activated, you can confidently manage your corporate assets and client data, knowing that all activities are safeguarded and data exfiltration risks are mitigated effectively. This ensures your compliance with regulatory requirements like GDPR and CCPA.

Built for Compatibility

Effortless Integration with Enterprise Tools

Primary understands the importance of working seamlessly with existing enterprise tools and platforms.

That’s why it supports a wide range of third-party integrations, ensuring a smooth workflow and comprehensive security across all applications. Customize Primary to enhance your organization's productivity, storage, communication, identity management, and more.