Why is it often said that the biggest beneficiaries of BIM are the owners? Today, let’s explore this perspective.
Firstly, as an information technology, BIM offers owners efficient and controllable management throughout the entire lifecycle of a project — from design and construction to operation and maintenance. Compared to traditional methods, BIM significantly reduces costs caused by industry opacity and communication errors. Even in residential projects, where BIM is less commonly applied, its advantages are clear. For example, in one residential project, the time spent on BIM during the early design phase was similar to that of traditional methods. However, once the drawings were finalized, the benefits of BIM quickly became evident. During the budgeting phase alone, BIM saved nearly a month compared to manual calculations. Furthermore, in coordination and communication with the construction team, BIM’s capabilities helped complete the project two months ahead of schedule, saving the owner considerable time and money.
Secondly, with the ongoing informatization and industrialization in China, standardization is becoming a key trend in the construction industry’s future development. Simultaneously, as the industry undergoes transformation and faces intensified competition, BIM’s role for owners is shifting from being a mere “icing on the cake” to becoming essential. Currently, leading real estate companies such as Longfor and SOHO have recognized BIM’s vast potential and are actively implementing it. Beyond design and construction, BIM holds promising applications in financial decision-making, quality control, construction safety, and talent management—helping owners enhance overall management efficiency.
In summary, BIM carries great significance and appeal for owners. We believe that owners will play a pivotal role in driving the widespread adoption of BIM in the future.
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