With the rise of BIM technology, it has become a crucial tool during the engineering design and construction phases. Throughout the entire BIM implementation process, fundamental engineering methods and concepts are integrated into BIM. Feasibility evaluations are conducted using principles from engineering economics and value engineering. This approach is a key prerequisite for BIM adoption in developed countries.
As an integral part of the building information system, BIM’s value lies in how it processes and utilizes information. Different stakeholders apply this information with varying objectives, which influences the relationship between beneficiaries and the value derived from BIM.
Direct Value
During BIM implementation, data is primarily accessed in two ways. First, stakeholders directly benefit from the project execution process. This is typically reflected in increased efficiency in addressing technical challenges, optimized project management, enhanced enterprise management quality, and improved regulatory oversight and social services. Assuming other factors remain constant, high project management efficiency directly contributes to improved handling of technical issues. For example, engineers using computational software to boost calculation speed will naturally elevate project management standards. This improvement in technology and management ultimately reduces costs and enhances quality.
Indirect Value
The knowledge and skills gained from a project can provide a competitive edge in future engineering endeavors for both the project and individuals involved. The core strength of a construction company lies in its talent and advanced technological methods—not in producing materials like reinforced concrete, manufacturing machinery, or developing software. Competitiveness stems from mastering expertise and technology, and from leveraging these through skilled personnel to improve project management. In the early stages of BIM adoption, the high learning costs often made it difficult for companies to see immediate returns, highlighting that the indirect value of accumulated knowledge is a major driver behind the widespread use of BIM technology.
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