Rethinking the project development process through use of BIM

Talebi, S

Abstract

Building Information Modelling (BIM) is a process whereby digital representation of the physical and functional characteristics of a facility are built, analysed, documented and assessed virtually, then revised iteratively until the optimal model is obtained. The virtual BIM model is not only a graphical design but a process to generate and manage building data. All project participants can use BIM as a real simulation of the actual project. However, in regard to the linear, uncoordinated and highly variable traditional processes, there is ambiguity how BIM can be consistently utilised during whole project life cycle and whether traditional processes are able to fully benefit from BIM.
This study did a literature review and identified that BIM is greatly effective in all aspects of a construction project life cycle and overcomes many of the problems found within the traditional process management by providing an object oriented, parametric and visual representation of the product. It was also found collaborative delivery methods such as IPD and DB are more appropriate for BIM based projects. Nevertheless, in order to effectively use the BIM, it is required to rethink the way in which projects are delivered.

Citation

Talebi, S. Rethinking the project development process through use of BIM. Presented at 2nd BIM International Conference on Challenges to Overcome, Lisbon, Portugal

• Presentation Conference Type: Other
• Conference Name: 2nd BIM International Conference on Challenges to Overcome
• Conference Location: Lisbon, Portugal
• Publication Date: Oct 10, 2014
• Deposit Date: Sep 5, 2014
• Publicly Available Date: Apr 5, 2016
• Book Title: Building Information Modelling: Challenges to Overcome - Proceedings of The 2nd BIM International Conference
• ISBN: 9789892054278
• Related Public URLs: http://www.bimforum.com.pt/index.php/en/
• Additional Information: Event Type : Conference