Where Do I Start With BIM? | The B1M

TL;DR

Learn how to get started with BIM in the construction industry based on your specific role, such as a client, designer, contractor, consultant, or product manufacturer.

Transcript

it's the question on everyone's lips as soon as they worked out what BIM actually is where the hell do I start in this video we're going to give you our advice on where to begin depending on your role in the construction industry this is just a starter for 10 and you can find out loads more through our youtube channel or some of the many guidance d... Read More

Key Insights

• 👋 BIM requires a good understanding of the concept and terminology, which can be gained through educational videos.
• 🤗 Start with a pilot project and involve team members who are open to embracing BIM to educate and motivate others.
• 🗯️ Clients should clearly define their requirements through Employers Information Requirements to ensure the right information is provided.
• 💁 Designers should invest in 3D modeling software, create component libraries, and share information models in a common data environment.
• 💁 Contractors need to consider how to streamline pricing and construction information processes and engage earlier in projects.
• 🇨🇷 Consultants should understand their role in managing the BIM process, while cost consultants should learn about 5D BIM.
• 🤩 Product manufacturers should provide 3D models and key information about their products in an easily accessible way.

Questions & Answers

Q: How can I embrace BIM as a client in the construction industry?

As a client, it's important to communicate your organization's needs and goals to the project team. Define the information you want throughout the design and pricing stages and for building operation. Create an Employers Information Requirements document from the beginning to ensure the right information is provided.

Q: What should designers focus on when implementing BIM?

Designers need to shift from 2D to 3D modeling and incorporate spatial coordination. They should invest in software and tools for 3D modeling, creating component libraries, linking non-graphical specifications, and sharing information models in a common data environment.

Q: What should Tier one or two contractors do to implement BIM?

Contractors should consider how they handle pricing and construction information and how to streamline the process. BIM implementation challenges long-established industry practices, such as risk transfer and competitive tendering. They should be prepared to engage earlier in projects and invest in software for viewing, interrogating, and contributing to information models.

Q: How can consultants best embrace BIM?

Consultants should understand their specific role in the BIM process. Project management firms need to be familiar with the requirements of managing BIM, such as BIM execution plans and the common data environment. Cost consultants should learn about 5D BIM and linking cost data to components in an information model.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• Understand the BIM concept and terminology by watching helpful videos and familiarize yourself with the benefits it can bring to your organization.

• Consider your current approach to information management and how it can be made easier and more efficient through digital techniques.

• Start with a pilot project and identify team members who are open to embracing BIM, as they can help educate and motivate others in the future.