When design institutes first introduce BIM technology, they typically start by forming a dedicated BIM team. This approach is effective during the initial stages of BIM adoption, involving a targeted investment in personnel to support the early implementation of BIM.
This approach often combines traditional design methods with BIM during the early phases. The design team continues using conventional 2D techniques, while the BIM team develops a 3D BIM model based on the design outputs. The two teams then collaborate by conducting clash detection and adjusting pipelines within the 3D model, which leads to the final project deliverables.
Throughout this process, the design team operates in their usual way, without requiring prior experience in BIM. This allows them to gradually recognize the advantages and potential of BIM technology, building a solid foundation for future BIM integration.
However, this model is transitional and has some limitations. It can extend the design cycle and increase workload because it effectively involves “reworking” traditional designs, which does not align with the full BIM methodology.
The next step often involves providing BIM training to designers. Thanks to their previous collaboration with BIM specialists and exposure to BIM technology, designers can quickly adapt to BIM workflows with support from the original BIM team. This team then evolves into a BIM center, offering technical support and managing tasks such as equipment setup, software installation, network configuration, project-specific system templates, family library development, BIM server maintenance, standards customization, and collaboration assistance.
Ultimately, organizations must unify their overall structure around BIM to ensure seamless integration—from management to application. This strategic alignment enhances the enterprise’s BIM capabilities and supports the goal of boosting overall competitiveness.
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