All BIM articles – Page 9
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CommentThe rise of start-ups and the self-employed
Cloud computing has given small design teams a real chance to compete with the big players and could fundamentally change the dynamics of the building industry
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News70% of BIM users say it gives them the edge
NBS survey reveals almost three quarters of industry professionals think BIM gives them a competitive advantage
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NewsMore than half of construction firms now using BIM
NBS survey finds that number of firms that have used BIM has jumped from 39% to 50% over last year
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FeaturesNBS survey: The BIM that will bring us together
NBS’ annual BIM survey suggests that uptake of the collaborative technology has risen sharply over the past year. But is it really becoming the industry norm?
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CommentIt's time for the construction industry to adapt to BIM
The Dark Ages of BIM may be over, but many firms are still behind the times when it comes to implementing the technology
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CommentConstruction 2025: Leading from within
Positive steps are being taken towards the government’s Construction 2025 goals but there is still a huge amount to do if we are to cut carbon, find better processes of working and inspire new talent. Progress on BIM and payments is just the start
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FeaturesBIM: The inside story three years on
Manchester council’s FM team were initially reluctant to use BIM in the operation of the city’s newly refurbished Central Library. But then they were shown how much time it could save, even on changing a lamp… Thomas Lane catches up with the team in part three of a series that ...
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CommentBIM and the whole life costing conundrum
New guidelines from the RICS enabling a holistic view of project costs are a giant leap forward for the industry
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NewsHS2 launches BIM level 2 survey
HS2 to gauge whether potential suppliers are ready to work at BIM Level 2
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CommentBIM and the dark arts of insurance
Insurers are begining to adapt to BIM and to see its opportunities
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CommentClients are missing out on half the benefits of BIM
Many clients think they are getting the best out of BIM, but most are not even scratching the surface
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CommentHolding back the tide
Advanced simulation and building techniques are essential to the UK’s flooding response
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FeaturesBIM debate: A premium process?
Building Information Modelling is intended to reduce risk and increase accountability. So will it mean paying less on your insurance? Experts debated the question at a seminar hosted by Building and Zurich Insurance
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CommentMoney makes the world go round - including BIM
In an industry where money plays such an important role, it amazes me that we are yet to get to grips with 5D BIM
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CommentFocus BIM on FM
If we are going to invest in BIM, let’s focus on where it can make the most difference: the operation and maintenance period
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CommentEU regulation changes will boost BIM
The EU amended OJEU procurement rules last month - this presents opportunities for UK BIM
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NewsBalfour Beatty starts £30m Sheffield Hallam Uni building
Contractor will use 4D BIM model to assist with construction
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CommentThis BIM model is not for sharing
A change in mindset is required for everyone to share openly earlier in the design process