Consultative approach to BIM implementation

Dadmehr, N; Coates, SP

Abstract

Building Information Modeling is transforming AECOO industry, it introduces new
approaches and new technology as well as collaborative working environment amongst
different stakeholders. BIM requires new method of management adapted to the new concept.
As a result, a managerial gap within construction industry is created. New skills, expertise and
standards have been developed to fulfil the gap. One of the reasons of the shortage of
professionals adapted to the new era is the lack of investment in R&D in organizations. One
option to bridge the gap in organizations is to involve an external BIM consultancy firm. The
role of external BIM consultancy in bridging the gap in Architectural firms is the subject of
the research. The objective is to identify the challenges faced by architecture firms in lack of
internal R&D and how an external BIM consultancy can bridge the gap. An overview of the
literature is discussed, interviews with industry experts verify the concept. The findings
approve that lack of R&D in organizations results in lack of skilled professionals which is one
of the key reasons of the gap. Other factors such as resistance to change was mentioned as well
through the interviews. Recommendations on how to approach the managerial gap are
discussed. As well future research related to the subject is proposed.

Citation

Dadmehr, N., & Coates, S. Consultative approach to BIM implementation. Presented at 14th International Postgraduate Research Conference (IPGRC) 2019 : contemporary and future directions in the Built Environment, University of Salford

• Presentation Conference Type: Other
• Conference Name: 14th International Postgraduate Research Conference (IPGRC) 2019 : contemporary and future directions in the Built Environment
• Conference Location: University of Salford
• End Date: Dec 17, 2019
• Acceptance Date: Dec 17, 2019
• Publication Date: Dec 17, 2019
• Deposit Date: Sep 25, 2020
• Publicly Available Date: Sep 25, 2020
• Book Title: Conference proceedings of the 14th International Postgraduate Research Conference 2019 : contemporary and future directions in the Built Environment
• ISBN: 9781912337309
• Publisher URL: http://usir.salford.ac.uk/id/eprint/56438/
• Additional Information: Event Type : Conference