The prediction of BIM development trends can be categorized into two main areas: process trends and technology trends, as outlined below:
1. Process Trends
1. Owners are increasingly requesting the use of BIM and adjusting contract terms to facilitate its application.
2. New skills and responsibilities continue to emerge within the industry.
3. Recent market research indicates that the proportion of users deeply engaged with BIM increased from 34% in 2008 to 45% in 2009.
4. Successful implementation during the construction phase has led general contractors to adopt BIM company-wide.
5. The benefits of integrated project construction methods are being widely demonstrated and deeply practiced.
6. There is a continuous effort to maintain high standards across projects.
7. Customer demand for green buildings continues to rise.
8. BIM and 4D CAD software have become standard tools in large construction site offices.
2. Technology Trends
1. It is becoming feasible to use BIM models for automated checks of standardization consistency and constructability.
2. Leading BIM platform vendors are enhancing features, integrating design evaluation capabilities, and providing more comprehensive platforms accessible to all users.
3. BIM vendors are expanding their offerings while delivering specialized software tailored to different professions.
4. Building product manufacturers have begun providing parameterized 3D product catalogs.
5. The number of BIM tools equipped with construction management functions is increasing.
6. There is a push towards factory prefabrication and global procurement of increasingly complex building components.
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