BIM takes flight how airports worldwide are becoming BIM success stories
How many times have you landed at an airport and been taken aback by the magnificent and complex structure? Some airports, mostly international, are more than just airports. They are more like small towns in themselves from cafes, restaurants, shopping malls to hotels – you name it, and they have it. Over the years airports […]
Why user adoption matters more than 3D when it comes to BIM
BIM is the new buzzword in construction, as more and more stakeholders in the industry try to explore the unique opportunities that it offers. If used right, BIM can be the vehicle to share valuable data during a project. Nevertheless, there is still a lot of confusion around the role of Building Information Modeling and […]
5 facets of a construction project where BIM can apply
The construction industry has seen a phenomenal change with the wholesome adoption of Building Information Modeling (BIM) in the public as well as the private sector. It’s fair to say that BIM has transformed the execution of construction projects by helping in decreasing the time and cost involved in the building process. The governments across […]
The most common BIM adoption challenges
All manner of industries are witnessing a paradigm shift with the introduction and implementation of innovative technology. The construction industry is no exception. Ever since its introduction and especially over the last few years, BIM Technology has transformed the way the construction industry operates. Many countries like the UK have made the use of BIM […]
BIM ROI Statistics: What the Data Actually Shows About Return on Investment
Subhead: Current industry survey data, documented project case studies, and an honest look at how BIM’s return on investment is measured. For US construction firms, project executives, preconstruction leaders, and owners evaluating a BIM investment. Key Takeaway: BIM ROI figures circulating in the industry range from 16% to over 1,600%, which makes any single number […]
Why “Building Lean”? is my new favorite term in construction
Waste” is never good. We are all becoming more conscious of our processes as well as the repercussions on the economy, people, and the environment. The same can be said of the construction industry too. I have been fascinated with the concept of Building Lean for a while and this blog is about that. ‘Building […]
Why smart buildings need BIM?
A smart building is defined as any structure or facility that uses automated processes to control the building’s operations. The key focus is on reduction in the use of non-renewable sources of energy and relying more on renewable sources of energy thereby reducing the impact on the environment. That apart, business benefits like optimized operations, […]
Can BIM be the core of your Green Building strategy?
Can BIM be the core of your Green Building strategy? Sustainable/green design is driving a sea of change in the construction industry across the globe. A Smart Market report says that Green Buildings enjoy an 8% savings in operating cost in the first year itself and that the building asset value also goes up by […]
How can you choose your BIM partner
The construction industry is in the middle of a paradigm shift in the designing and execution of construction projects. Part of this change is being driven by an increasing reliance on Building Information Modelling (BIM) – a digital representation of the physical and functional characteristics of a facility. The BIM software provides a comprehensive view […]
CHALLENGES FACED BY CONSTRUCTION COMPANIES WHILE BIM IMPLEMENTATION
Architectural Engineering Construction (AEC) companies face a number of challenges in executing large complex projects. A construction firm typically faces challenges like availability of BIM Experts, teams resisting to change and accept the use of BIM, the capability to manage information, and most of all bear that additional cost of BIM implementation on the initial […]