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NBS Building
Download the latest version of the NBS Building software and find out more about updates to the content and software.
*A valid NBS subscription is required to access the full functionality of this program. Find out more about NBS Building.
v5.6.6, August 2018
This version fixes an issue some users have experienced with printing.
v5.6.5, July 2018
This update has lots of improvements in response to your feedback:
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So you can stay up to date with product and content developments that can benefit you and your organisation.
New search menu and improved search
You told us that when you were editing a specification, it wasn’t always obvious where you could search the NBS Building libraries for additional content. So we’ve added a new search menu as well as adding a more conveniently located search box just above where you will be editing your work sections.
Easier to insert images with improved export performance
For customers wanting to insert images in line with their specification clauses, you can now do this more easily thanks to a new right click insert images option. Customers exporting specifications should also see a performance improvement in this area.
Easier to select manufacturer products
New drop down values displaying available NBS Plus content will make the viewing and selection of manufacturer products quicker and easier. PLUS we’ve added a new ‘suggest a manufacturer’ link so that you can let us know products you would like to see made available in NBS Building.
NBS Building Help
has been updated with advice on using these new features should you require it.
Please remember to contact software support if you experience any issues in using NBS Building. Our experienced team can be contacted on 0345 456 9594 or email support@theNBS.com.
v5.6.4, March 2018
New publishing feature
Introduced in response to your feedback, we have added new functionality allowing you to bulk publish individual work sections as PDFs. Produce individual PDFs for each work section with each one containing the project title and relevant section details, saving you time when you export your specification for use by others on the project team. Check the Help page for advice on using the new feature.
Note for XP and Vista users
As communicated in previous updates, this NBS Building version is not compatible with Microsoft Windows XP and Windows Vista. These operating systems have not been supported by Microsoft since 2012 and 2014. Any customers still using these unsupported operating systems can continue to use NBS Building v5.6.3 March 2017 which remains available for download in your NBS Building support pages on theNBS.com.
Please remember to contact software support if you come across any problems with the software during its use. Our experienced team can be contacted on 0345 456 9594 or email support@theNBS.com.
v5.6.3, March 2017
This version fixes an issue some users have experienced with standalone installations.
Please remember to contact software support if you come across any problems with the software during its use. Our experienced team can be contacted on 0345 456 9594 or email support@theNBS.com.
v5.6.2, November 2016
In the second software release of 2016, NBS Building has been updated to reflect the new NBS brand and given a fresh new look. All in response to your feedback.
Please remember to contact software support if you come across any problems with the software during its use. Our experienced team can be contacted on 0345 456 9594 or email support@theNBS.com.
v5.6.1, April 2016
NBS Building now provides a new export to Microsoft Word option:
- Delivered in direct response to customer feedback
- Enjoy more flexibility when formatting specifications
- Apply your corporate styles even easier
- Continue to use the range of existing in-product formatting options
- Includes fixes to customer-reported issues
- Updated versions of MSXML and .Net components (pre-requisites of NBS Building software)
When you are ready to format and publish, consider how the new export to Microsoft Word functionality can benefit you.
Support
If you have any questions about updates please contact NBS Software Support.
v5.5.17, November 2015
There have been minor software enhancements to NBS Building this update.
Please remember to contact software support if you come across any problems with the software during its use. Our experienced team can be contacted on 0345 456 9594 or email support@theNBS.com.