There has always been debate about whether many domestic construction companies fully utilize BIM. While some companies have tried it and seen unexpected benefits from other sister units, many remain stagnant. So, what factors contribute to the low efficiency of BIM adoption in construction companies? The BIM Architecture Training Network editor will explore this topic with you.
First, some companies believe the timing isn’t right and that BIM should only be applied once it is mature during the design phase. In reality, there are already mature and highly effective BIM applications during the construction phase, such as modeling and calculations. There’s no need to wait until the design phase to start leveraging BIM.
Second, many companies mistakenly think that BIM technology is synonymous with Revit, and they invest too much energy into Revit alone.
Construction companies often dedicate significant resources to mastering Revit, but this focus can be somewhat misguided. Revit is primarily suited for BIM applications during the design phase and is ideal for detailed design work. However, it does not adequately address the complex, localized challenges faced during construction—such as bidding standards, measurement, and pricing rules. Construction firms should pay more attention to localized BIM solutions tailored to these needs.
The third reason is the perception that costs are too high and the return on investment is risky.
Currently, BIM technology is one of the most cost-effective and low-risk information technology applications available to construction companies. Its fundamental use during the construction phase, along with mature calculation software developed over many years, can significantly enhance refined management of engineering projects. By updating and adjusting BIM models, companies can leverage additional applications such as clash detection, steel bar sampling, data management, and collaboration. These applications generate profits and offer substantial economic benefits.
So far, construction companies have gained the most value from BIM technology, surpassing design institutes and owners by a wide margin. Unfortunately, many senior executives in construction companies still don’t fully understand this and continue to search for solutions elsewhere, which wastes valuable time.
The fourth issue concerns whether to use multiple BIM software platforms.
The challenges here include data consistency and the risk of duplicating investments. The author’s view is that while these are real problems, they are not insurmountable. The industry must work together to resolve and mitigate these issues. However, these challenges should not prevent the diversified use of BIM software.
From these perspectives, it is clear which factors contribute to low BIM efficiency in construction companies. By analyzing each company’s unique situation and characteristics, it is possible to summarize the issues and find the most suitable path for BIM application.
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