Keeping BIM at the heart of Smart Cities
Major countries have been adopting and implementing Building Information Modelling (BIM) in their public infrastructure projects. The UK can be regarded as the undisputed champion of the same with a mandate that all centrally-procured construction projects have to achieve BIM Level 2. Finland has been implementing BIM since 2002. Denmark has mandated all state clients […]
BIM LOD Levels Explained: One Steel Beam, From LOD 100 to LOD 500
By Sonali Dhopte, Chief Strategy Officer, Excelize. Last updated October 2026. The latest edition of the BIMForum Level of Development Specification, the reference many U.S. teams use for BIM LOD levels, is dated December 30, 2025. It defines six levels, LOD 100, 200, 300, 350, 400, and 500, and U.S. teams use them every day […]
What is BIM? A Complete 2026 Guide to Levels 0–6, Benefits, Cost, Sustainability and Future Trends
BIM, or Building Information Modeling, is no longer just a digital tool — it’s the foundation of modern construction. In 2026, BIM has evolved into a fully integrated way to plan, design, build, and operate buildings with speed, precision, and sustainability. This guide explains what BIM really means, how BIM Levels 0–6 work, why it’s […]