FAQs

Crosswalk currently includes all versions of Construction Specification Institute (CSI) standards MasterFormat®, UniFormat®, and OmniClass®, as well as ASTM E1557. We are exploring incorporating additional standards, please contact us for more information about your specific request.

Crosswalk is available as an application program interface (API). An API is a set of functions and procedures that allow software applications and portals access to our library of standards, as well as our best-in-class “crosswalks” between industry standards.

For decades, specifiers and engineers have kept their own individual translations between standards – self-developed guides that show how to specify the same set of products or systems within different standards, frequently called “crosswalks” between standards. Crosswalk uses a set of best-in-class “crosswalks” developed by leading specifiers in conjunction with the Construction Specifications Institute, creating a standardized approach to translations between standards and offering a more reliable and repeatable way to re-classify project data.

Contractors, designers, and engineers are implementing Crosswalk to replace paper, spreadsheets, and PDFs with a nimble, digital solution. Software providers are embedding Crosswalk into AEC products and resources to access classifications in real time, re-classify sets of data into other standards, improve search functions for specifications, and organize project data. Project and facilities managers use Crosswalk to manage current and historical project data. Explore our Use Cases for additional applications.

Crosswalk is available through a commercial license agreement. Cost varies based on the size of your organization and how you plan to use Crosswalk. Please contact the Crosswalk team to discuss your project needs and learn more.

The Crosswalk API is delivered via RESTful web services and GraphQL data queries. Full technical documentation can be found on the Technical Resources page.

Crosswalk currently delivers content payloads in JSON and XML formats. If you have specific deliverable needs, please contact the Crosswalk team directly to discuss your project.

API keys are used to track and control how the API is being used, and to ensure we are providing exemplary service for all licensees and active users. API keys are available to authorized trial users and licensed project teams. Get started with trial access here.

Ask your software provider if their tools are ‘powered by Crosswalk.’ Please contact the Crosswalk team with your project needs, and we are happy to discuss potential integrations or ways we can support your project through Crosswalk.

Yes! We are happy to discuss potential custom integrations for your project needs. Please fill out our contact form or email us at crosswalk@csinet.org.

The Crosswalk team is developing a solution to classify data. Please contact us to learn more and participate in beta testing.

Crosswalk for Microsoft Word includes MasterFormat®, UniFormat®, and OmniClass®, and previous versions of MasterFormat (such as MasterFormat 1995).

For decades, specifiers and engineers have kept their own individual translations between standards – self-developed guides that show how to specify the same set of products or systems within different standards, frequently called “crosswalks” between standards. Crosswalk uses a set of best-in-class “crosswalks” developed by leading specifiers in conjunction with the Construction Specifications Institute, creating a standardized approach to translations between standards and offering a more reliable and repeatable way to re-classify project data.

The cost of an individual user license for Crosswalk for Microsoft Word is $495 for members of the Construction Specifications Institute, and $795 for non-members. More information about CSI membership can be found here.

Members of the Construction Specifications Institute receive a discount on Crosswalk for Microsoft Word. More information about CSI membership can be found on the CSI website here.

Add-ins extend the functionality of Microsoft Word. To use a Word add-in, you must already have access to Microsoft Word. To access Crosswalk for Microsoft Word, you must first purchase a license. Then, you can download the add-in and use your access keys to unlock the add-in’s capabilities.

Your individual use license for Crosswalk for Microsoft Word is valid for one year. At that time, to continue using the add-in you must renew your license.

You may request a return within 30 days of purchase, and we will issue a refund to your original method of payment and remove your access to Crosswalk for Microsoft Word. If 30 days have passed since your purchase, unfortunately we cannot offer a refund. To submit a return request, please contact us at info@crosswalk.biz

To access Crosswalk for Microsoft Word, you must first purchase an individual user license. Then, download the Crosswalk add-in to Microsoft Word. Use the access keys sent in your purchase confirmation email to unlock your access to the Crosswalk for Microsoft Word add-in. Follow our step-by-step guide to get started.