Why is BIM the future for property managers

What is BIM?
BIM stands for Building Information Model. Many people think it is just the digital 3D presentation of a structure, but it is much more than that. BIM is a digital model of an existing and/or planned construction, made up of objects to which information is linked (See for full description: Wikipedia: Building Information Model). It is not only about the exchange of 3D models - the exchange of data is at least as important. Data is centrally stored and made available to the various computer programs of the cooperating parties.

Why BIM?

In a construction project and in the management of the construction works, many different parties have to work together. They all exchange a lot of information, all from their own discipline. Before BIM existed, each party had its own (paper) documents and exchanged information that was again interpreted and processed by people. When using BIM, these parties do not exchange documents, but data. Where possible, data is only entered once in the computer and then used by the various parties in its own applications and software.

BIM makes it better, more efficient, more economically advantageous and faster to build. These benefits apply to all parties involved in the chain.

To whom BIM is interesting?

A BIM model contains data for all parties involved, they have access to (part of) the model and can make adjustments from their own role. This makes BIM relevant for clients, architects, constructors, executive companies, suppliers and administrators.

Open BIM standards

"Alone you go faster, but together you get further"

Because collaboration is such an important aspect, standards and agreements about capturing and exchanging data and information and the structure of BIM models are indispensable. In 2016, the BIM basis IDM was formulated by a number of construction parties. This proved its great need, and in the meantime many construction and education partners have joined in and it has been translated many times at the request of foreign partners. Recently, these basic agreements have been improved on the basis of new knowledge and insights. As a result, they are understandable, attractive and applicable to a wider audience. The new version will be launched on 2 October during the online BIM Loket D-day.

BIM-SPEED

DEMO participates in the European Horizon2020 BIM-speed project. Within this project, research is being carried out to improve the energy performance of the older building stock.

Purpose of the project

Most of the buildings in the Netherlands and the rest of Europe are over 30 years old and in need of renovation. In addition, the energy performance of these older buildings is insufficient and therefore has a disproportionately large environmental impact. There is a huge challenge there; how can we improve the performance of our building stock? The aim of this project is to develop a platform, tools and methods with a central source of information at its core: the Building Information Model (BIM) and related relevant information. We call this BIM-Speed platform. This "highway" for exchanging data and information is very easily offered to stakeholders. This model will be the catalyst for a smarter, more efficient method of thorough renovation for the (housing) construction sector.

During a renovation, the following bottlenecks are often encountered

No or incorrect data and information about the current situation;
No or little connection and support among residents;
Insufficient insight into possible improvements;
Poor or insufficient communication between stakeholders.

The solution to many of these bottlenecks lies in good information management. The BIM model is the platform where the information is collected and accessed for analysis and development of renovation scenarios. Because the BIM model is accessible to all parties involved, communication is significantly improved.

The Workflow looks like this:

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Data from the existing complex is transmitted by sensors, inspection and condition measurements are collected;
Based on paper drawings or laser scan point cloud and everything in between, a Basic BIM model is made. The data from step 1 is made available within this BIM model;
Renovation scenarios are developed based on the BIM model;
Analyses on energy saving and costs provide the right information for decisions;
Decisions have been made, the plan is ready. It is time for engineering, tendering and carrying out the renovation;
Even in the use phase, the BIM platform remains leading as an information platform.

Are you interested in using BIM in a renovation project? Then join the Stakeholder Community and stay engaged and up to date with developments.

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If you just want to talk about the use and impact of BIM, please contact André van Delft.