It is widely recognized that construction projects typically require 50 to 70 years for operation and maintenance. During this extensive phase—after project completion and handover to the owner—the BIM model, if accurately reflecting the actual implementation process, can serve as a valuable resource. It supports users in designing, operating, evaluating, and improving the spaces, assets, facilities, and surrounding environments of the building in use. By optimizing maintenance and management practices, effectively controlling operating costs, and striving to extend the building’s lifespan, BIM offers significant assistance to users while generating substantial economic benefits.
Main Applications of BIM in the Project Operation and Maintenance Phase
1. Asset Management: Operation and maintenance teams can leverage BIM technology provided by the construction party to complete and refine the model according to their specific needs. By integrating the model’s attribute information with their asset management systems, organizations can facilitate information sharing and significantly enhance asset management quality.
2. Space Management: Facility managers use BIM to optimize building spaces, increase space utilization, and accurately calculate associated costs.
3. Public Safety Management: BIM’s digital simulation capabilities enable the development of disaster prevention plans and emergency drills, which help raise public safety awareness. In the event of an emergency, the system supports proactive responses, improving both the quality and efficiency of emergency management.
4. Equipment Maintenance Management: Using the 3D BIM model combined with Internet connectivity, maintenance personnel can search, locate, and update relevant equipment information with ease. The system allows monitoring of equipment status, issuing early warnings for anomalies, managing specific devices, and making informed maintenance decisions.
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