Building Information Modelling (BIM) is increasingly being specified by government, institutional and large commercial clients. However, the adoption of BIM lags among the small to medium enterprises that comprise most businesses in the global construction … about Busting Five Common Myths about BIM
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The Global Rise of BIM
BIM's becoming increasingly ubiquitous in the design and construction fields in recent years, offering unprecedented insights into every aspect of a project in progress.
How Computational Design is Helping Ease Construction Pain Points
You may have heard about ‘parametric design’, ‘computational design’ and ‘generative design’, especially in connection with BIM or prefab projects. According to some leaders in architecture, they are the way of the future. So, what … about How Computational Design is Helping Ease Construction Pain Points
A Million Points of Light: The Benefits of 3D Laser Scanning
In the competitive construction world, time is money. Utilizing a 3D laser scanner at every stage of the construction process has numerous benefits, all of which contribute to efficiency and accuracy for all stakeholders involved, … about A Million Points of Light: The Benefits of 3D Laser Scanning
Could BIM Be the Key To Better Project Outcomes?
Building Information Modelling and digitised documentation could hold the key to delivering better outcomes not only for project teams but also the end customers—the asset owners, facilities managers and occupants, according to digital engineering experts.
Raiders Stadium Construction Complete, Most In-Demand Contech Jobs, and Where BIM Stands Today
Catch up on what's going on in construction this week. From an update on Vancouver International Airport's $7 billion infrastructure program to a deep dive into the impact of COVID-19 on populous US cities, we've … about Raiders Stadium Construction Complete, Most In-Demand Contech Jobs, and Where BIM Stands Today
Construction Software – Why Everyone Can’t Agree (and what to do about it)
In the span of a generation, many construction industry design and management processes have been transformed. For the most part, people just want technologies that are tried, tested, and proven. But sometimes a ‘disruptive’ technology … about Construction Software – Why Everyone Can’t Agree (and what to do about it)
How Your Architect Can Help You Have a Safer Worksite
When it comes to reducing injuries and deaths in the construction industry, there is a growing emphasis on the use of Safety by Design principles. The goal is to take the highest order approach to … about How Your Architect Can Help You Have a Safer Worksite
How Lean Construction Can Boost Productivity
As online communication becomes the norm, more builders share information through online platforms rather than face to face.
‘Location Intelligence’ – Why Construction Needs GIS (and vice versa)
The construction and real estate sectors are both major creators and major consumers of geographic information. We, therefore, need to work closely with the GIS community to manage our ‘location intelligence’ legacy.
