BIM is one of the deepest changes in construction industry nowadays. How can BIM help the increasing need of better management in our industry Saving Changes...
Senior Projects Manager | Field & Marten AssociatesNew Westminster, British Columbia, Canada
Christian, BIM is a beast. There are many levels for BIM from 3D to 7D as well as so many benefits such as Improved Collboration, Visualization and Decision Making, Clash Detection, More Accurate Estimates, Enhanced site safety. Saving Changes...
I agree with Rami. It could be a good help. I have not used BIM for any project, however, I have seen how it is being used on other projects. Saving Changes...
BIM supports sustainability initiatives by providing insights into the environmental impact of design and construction decisions. Additionally, BIM models can be utilized for facility management and maintenance, ensuring that the constructed assets continue to perform efficiently throughout their lifecycle. Saving Changes...
Merid TekleyohannesProject Manager| CHU Contracting, inc.Gainesville, Va, United States
BIM is a great departure from the traditional blue print based construction document preparation and use. It provides a great avenue for discovery and nearly full understanding of the scope by enabling virtual exploration of the building model be it 2D or 3D. It is a means to re-estimate an on-going construction project, revealing any hidden corner of the construction project so it will not be a reason for unpleasant surprise down the line. Saving Changes...
Noel MakagutuArchitect & PM| Self employedNairobi, Kenya
Christian this is a good question. And one I have an interest in. While there are many perceived benefits for BIM, studies show adoption by SMEs is quite low so it might be too early to really tell the actual benefits. It would be best to do actual case studies on actual projects where BIM is implemented. Saving Changes...
Everett HowardProject Manager II| Sacramento Municipal Utility DistrictCa, United States
Building Information Modeling (BIM) stands as a transformative force in the construction industry, offering benefits that address the growing demand for improved management practices. BIM serves as a digital solution that revolutionizes various construction process, contributing to enhanced productivity, quality, safety measures, improved communication, and collaboration among project stakeholders.
One of the key advantages of BIM lies in its ability to facilitate a comprehensive understanding of the construction process within a virtual environment. This includes the efficient definition, storage, analysis, and communication of project details. Teams can meticulously plan and visualize the sequencing of work, deploy means and methods, optimize logistics, and document as-built conditions with remarkable precision. BIM empowers teams to conduct both qualitative and quantitative analyses, unraveling essential properties and providing insights into the overall state of a project. The analytical capability proves invaluable in making informed decisions, foreseeing potential challenges, and ensuring a proactive approach to project management. The implementation of BIM results in higher quality designs, mitigating the need for rework and minimizing delays and changes during construction. This translates into cost savings and fosters a more efficient and streamlined construction process.
From the perspective of project owners, BIM offers a level of visibility into the design process. It streamlines project turnovers, accelerates startup procedures, and facilitates ease in facilities management post-completion. The collaboration and information-sharing facilitated by BIM contribute to a more transparent and accountable construction ecosystem.
Overall, the adoption of BIM represents a shift in the construction industry and among project teams. As the Built Environment grapples with the finding better management practices, BIM stands as a key solution, optimizing processes from design inception through construction to post-completion facility management. Saving Changes...
BIM is shaking things up in the construction industry, and for good reason! Unfortunately, I see construction industry still not utilizing BIM to the maximum benefits. Here are a few key ways BIM can help meet the growing need for better management:
1- A centralized model that all stakeholders access and update in real-time. Hence enhanced collaboration and communication.
2- Improved visualization and understanding through 3D models and virtual walkthroughs.
3- Clash detection from early stage.
4- Accurate quantity takeoffs and estimates and reduced waste.
5- Optimized scheduling and sequencing.
6- Reduced rework.
7- Also, BIM models can be used to identify potential risks, allowing for better risk mitigation strategies and improved safety.
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1 reply by Noel Makagutu
Feb 07, 2024 6:52 AM
Noel Makagutu
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These are all good perceived benefits. There are challenges on implementation of BIM.
There are few empirical studies that look at bim benefits project wise.
on clas detection I saw a study that indicated this might be a problem downstream as modellers might not be totally diligent because of the knowledge someone will be doing clash detection at some point.
Can the issue of CDE responsibility be resolved, among other issues.
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Noel MakagutuArchitect & PM| Self employedNairobi, Kenya
Feb 07, 2024 6:46 AM
Replying to Sayed Mohamed AlQassab
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BIM is shaking things up in the construction industry, and for good reason! Unfortunately, I see construction industry still not utilizing BIM to the maximum benefits. Here are a few key ways BIM can help meet the growing need for better management:
1- A centralized model that all stakeholders access and update in real-time. Hence enhanced collaboration and communication.
2- Improved visualization and understanding through 3D models and virtual walkthroughs.
3- Clash detection from early stage.
4- Accurate quantity takeoffs and estimates and reduced waste.
5- Optimized scheduling and sequencing.
6- Reduced rework.
7- Also, BIM models can be used to identify potential risks, allowing for better risk mitigation strategies and improved safety.
These are all good perceived benefits. There are challenges on implementation of BIM.
There are few empirical studies that look at bim benefits project wise.
on clas detection I saw a study that indicated this might be a problem downstream as modellers might not be totally diligent because of the knowledge someone will be doing clash detection at some point.
Can the issue of CDE responsibility be resolved, among other issues. Saving Changes...
Building Information Modeling (BIM) is crucial in defining scope for construction project management. It enhances visualization, identifies design clashes early, improves stakeholder collaboration, and ensures accurate quantity take-offs. By integrating all project elements digitally, BIM minimizes ambiguities, reduces rework, and provides a clear, shared understanding of project scope and deliverables.
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