Using BIM tools such as Autodesk’s Revit and BIM 360 Docs automates the time-consuming task of quantifying
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Top 8 Benefits of BIM in the Construction Building Industry

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Benefits of BIM in the Construction Industry

BIM is actually a process for creating and managing all of the information about a project, leading to an output known as a building information model, which contains digital descriptions for every aspect of the physical project.

While BIM is mostly associated with design and preconstruction, it absolutely benefits every phase of the project life-cycle, even well after a building is complete. Building Information Modeling allows projects to be built virtually before they are constructed physically, eliminating many of the inefficiencies and problems that arise during the construction process.

Here are the benefits of BIM in Construction

  1. Better Coordination Collaboration and Communication

Digital BIM models allow for sharing, collaborating, and versioning that paper drawing sets don’t. With cloud-based tools such as Auto Desk’s BIM 360, BIM collaboration can seamlessly occur across all disciplines within the project
BIM Outsourcing: The 3 C's Coordination, Communication, and Collaboration

Digital BIM models allow for sharing, collaborating, and versioning that paper drawing sets don’t. With cloud-based tools such as Auto Desk’s BIM 360, BIM collaboration can seamlessly occur across all disciplines within the project. The BIM 360 ecosystem allows teams to share project models and coordinate planning, ensuring all design stakeholders have insight into the project.

Cloud access also allows project teams to take the office to the field. With apps such as Auto Desk’s BIM 360 tools, teams can review drawings and models onsite and on their mobile devices, ensuring they have access to up-to-date project information at any time.

2. Model based Cost Estimation

Many AEC firms are realizing that including estimators earlier in the planning stage allows for more effective construction cost estimation, which has led to the growth of model-based cost estimating (also known as 5D BIM).
Using BIM tools such as Autodesk’s Revit and BIM 360 Docs automates the time-consuming task of quantifying and applying costs, allowing estimators to focus on higher value factors, such as identifying construction assemblies and factoring risks.

3. Preconstruction Project Visualization

BIM 3D Visualization
By using BIM, you can plan and visualize the entire project during preconstruction, before the shovel hits the ground. Space-use simulations and 3D visualizations allow clients to experience what the space will look like offering the ability to make changes before construction start. Having a greater overview from the beginning minimizes expensive and time-consuming changes later.

4. Improved Coordination and Clash Detection

BIM 360 Avoid Electrical Conduits Clashes With a Steel Beam
BIM allows you to better coordinate trades and subcontractors, detecting any MEP, internal, or external clashes before construction begins. Will the electrical conduits clash with a steel beam? Do the doorways have enough clearance? With software such as Autodesk’s BIM 360 Glue you can avoid clashes with automated clash detection.
By avoiding clashes, you reduce the amount of rework needed on any given job. With BIM, you have the opportunity to plan it right before you build onsite. You can avoid last-minute changes and unforeseen issues by enabling easy reviewing and commenting across multiple disciplines.

5. Reduced Cost and Mitigated Risk

A study from McKinsey found that 75% of companies that have adopted BIM reported positive returns on their investments. But BIM can save you money in a myriad of ways if you take advantage of it. Closer collaboration with contractors can lead to reductions in tender risk premiums, lower insurance costs, fewer overall variations, and fewer opportunities for claims.

Better overview of the project before starting allows for more prefabrication and reduces waste on unused materials. Prefabricated elements can be easily bolted in place rather than created on-site. Labor costs spent on documentation work and miscommunications are reduced. Many companies are using BIM and construction technology to reduce costs and mitigate risk.
Making sure the right information is available at the right time is essential to completing a successful quality project.

6. Scheduling / Sequencing

The usage of BIM saves time by reducing the time of project cycles and eliminating construction schedule setbacks. BIM allows design and documentation to be done at the same time, and for documentation to be easily changed to adapt to new information such as site conditions. Schedules can be planned more accurately and communicated exactly, and improved coordination helps projects be more likely to be completed on time or early.

7. Increased Productivity and Prefabrication

Usage of BIM Data You Can Reduce Wastage, Increase Efficiency and Reduce Labors & Material Costs

BIM data can be used to instantly generate production/Spool drawings or databases for manufacturing purposes, allowing for increased use of prefabrication and modular construction technology. By designing, detailing, and building offsite in a controlled environment, you can diminish waste, increase efficiency, and reduce labor and material costs.

8..Safe Construction Sites

BIM: By Visualization & Analyzing Site Logistics Can Ensure Safety

BIM can help improve construction safety by pinpointing hazards before they become problems, and avoid physical risks by visualizing and planning site logistics ahead of time. Visual risk analysis and safety evaluations can help ensure safety over the course of the project execution.

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