BIM implementation: Better now than later!

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Solid training forms the foundation of every BIM changeover, because knowledge and know-how are essential for model-oriented planning

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BIM know-how must be built up in the company through internal training or external BIM consultants

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In addition to the employees, software tools must also be „BIM-ready“

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Software is “BIM-capable“ when it meets certain requirements and has an IFC interface

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Having to change established drawing-oriented planning procedures is among the greatest challenges of the BIM changeover

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Cooperative model-oriented planning changes internal and external processes

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Joint discussions of the BIM model are among the many changes in comparison with the drawing-oriented procedure, …

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… the 3D reinforcement planning of building components, …

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… the handling of new software tools, model checkers, 4D- and 5D simulation tools …

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… or with BIM viewers and smart boards that simplify coordination and correction of the BIM model

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Timing of the BIM changeover implementation should be planned and risk factors should also be taken into consideration

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The first BIM pilot project should be simple and executed initially as a Little/Closed BIM project

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Entry to the world of BIM is not free. Implementation of the model-oriented planning method costs time, money and leads to changes throughout the company. This article shows what must be considered and also contains tips for BIM beginners.

Implementation of the new model-based planning method is more than the changeover from conventional planning to CAD about 30 years ago. While only the tools were changed at that time, the procedure, planning methods and processes change with the implementation of BIM. This has far-reaching consequences for companies, not least from a financial perspective. For example, the cost of multi-day BIM training is between 2,000 and 5,000 euros per person (see BFT 02/18, page 198: No BIM without know-how). Added to this, where applicable, are the costs of new software and associated training or...