Building information modelling (BIM) is not a software but a process, a vision, to store as huge amounts of project information in a small confined digital space. With the ever-increasing technology, access to digital information is much quicker than traditional ways of accessing and delivering information.
Construction projects are getting more and more complex due to more demanding designs, tighter schedules and need of budget transparencies; using cutting edge technologies in construction is the only way forward. Traditional ways of completing a construction project has information scattered across different stakeholders, document files, drawing files and a lot of emails and reports. BIM has changed the way this information is accessed.
With a central 3D project model, all details and designs of the project are at a single digital space. Material information, Quantities and specifications linked to these 3D designs directly helps in decision making and saves a lot of time in moving around files. Linking of project schedules and cost estimates to these 3D digital models has made the project reporting more transparent and much more reliable.
These information rich models are also now being used for facility management. Quick information on warranties, replacement, maintenance, and generation of routine reports through these models help in quick addressal and resolution of any issues during the life of the project. With technology changing every day, managing projects across globe has become easier. With integration of BIM with smart phones, availability of information at our finger clicks is a new norm. With these advancements happening every day, one can certainly say, BIM has revolutionised the way we design, we think, we implement and we manage.