Bluebeam Max Live, Magic Markups = Faster Takeoffs | Morning Coffee Review

In this episode, we're joined by Bluebeam expert, Doug McLean, to talk about some of the more valuable tools in Bluebeam Revu for quantity takeoffs. We talk about the Revu 21.10 update, Bluebeam Max and Claude integration. Interested in learning more about ATG and the ways they can help you in your day-to-day worklife? Check us out at https://atgusa.com/solutions/. Or follow us on these social channels + YouTube: LinkedIn —   / atg-usa   Facebook —   / appliedtechnologygroupusa   Instagram — @atg_usa Chapters: 00:00 – Intro & Welcome 01:09 – Introducing Guest Doug (Bluebeam Expert) 01:37 – Power Query & M Code Detour 04:23 – Revu 21.10 Update Overview 05:35 – New MCP Connectors in Bluebeam Max 08:16 – New Connectors Deep Dive (Targeted Search & Markup Editing) 10:16 – Why Get Bluebeam Max? Doug's Perspective 11:56 – Comparing Revu to Other Takeoff Solutions (PlanSwift, OST, etc.) 16:46 – Revu Max Pricing Breakdown ($590) 17:19 – Convert Markup Tool Demo (Ctrl+Shift) 21:37 – ROI of Convert Markup vs. Cost Increase 22:59 – Duplicate As Tool (Ctrl+Alt) 25:18 – Custom Columns & Markup Properties 28:50 – 49 Custom Columns for Millwork Workflows 30:48 – Sheet Size Lines & Custom Line Styles 36:38 – AI Policy & NDA Considerations 38:21 – Time Saved: Real-World Convert Markup Story 40:05 – Plan Stitching Use Case (Hospitals & Large Floor Plans) 43:13 – Live Demos vs. Pre-Recorded Webinars (Debate) 46:10 – Hotkeys Summary: Convert, Offset, Duplicate 47:10 – Offset Tool Demo & Menu Location Discussion 50:33 – Claude AI Integration & Wildcard Search Preview 51:53 – Future of Symbol-Based Takeoffs 54:11 – Tagging Trends in Architect Drawings 55:44 – Revit Spaces vs. Revu Spaces Workflow 58:08 – Vector Data & AI Limitations 59:02 – Upcoming Features Teased (Windows, Door Tags) 1:00:00 – Wrap-Up, Closing Remarks & Community Shoutouts