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BSE uses a building information modelling (BIM) in conjunction with an integrated project delivery (IPD) system. This is a growing and exciting process change to the construction industry.
BSE has a core methodology to provide a collaborative workflow to allow BIM practitioners an overall picture of all projects delivered through these mediums.
BIM gathers relevant information from all present and past projects. The application of related data will make modelling more efficient.
BIM is the process of electronically creating a 3D representation of the building form in a virtual environment. It adds intelligent information to a project prior to construction. It is a relatively new way of approaching the design and documentation of building projects.
- Building — the entire cycle of the building is considered (design/build/operations).
- Information — information about the building components and its lifecycle are included and attached to modelled elements.
- Modelling — defining and simulating the building, its delivery, and operation using integrated tools in 3D database computer programs.
Building information models are not just graphics but information – information that allows the automatic generation of drawings and reports, design analysis, schedule simulation, facilities management, and more – it is a database of the building.
BIM can also be described as the capturing of technology-related changes in the industry and their impact on the way we design, construct and manage building projects. It reflects current generation software methodologies (such as that encapsulated within Revit, ArchiCAD, Navisworks and a few others) that act as a prototype of the project. This prototype is then queried to gather data on the project, whether it is in the form of drawings, schedules, bills of quantity or practically any other format required.
BIM represents the building as an integrated database of coordinated information. Each BIM practitioner compiles their own discipline-specific model and through model sharing and linking, various stages of the project are coordinated. Adding reliable building information to the database is the essential feature of BIM and its digital design processes.
The fundamental success of BIM is the ability to share information in an easy, reliable and efficient manner. It is anticipated the use of BIM in BSE projects will assist with a better understanding of costs, potential construction conflicts and streamlined processes.
