"Runaway train" of massive file sizes causing issues for architecture projects says panel at HP talk

Architects are facing significant challenges due to the enormous sizes of digital files containing their designs, which can take up to two hours to load, according to a panel at HP's talk at the UIA World Congress of Architects 2026 in Barcelona. This growing issue is causing delays and errors in project timelines, highlighting the need for better file management solutions. The problem underscores the broader issue of how digital infrastructure is keeping pace with the ever-increasing complexity of architectural projects, suggesting a potential pivot towards more efficient file compression and management technologies.