In this second issue, the author summarizes the benefits of BIM for BIM professionals. Through this article, we aim to provide a comprehensive understanding of the BIM concept and its technological advantages.
4. Digitization of On-Site Inspection
The application of BIM technology fully leverages the strengths of information technology to transform traditional engineering practices. BIM significantly reduces industrial waste, minimizes environmental impact, and enhances residents’ ability to participate and express their views—achievements surpassing those of any previous methods.
While constructing the model, each building component is linked to relevant information required during and after construction. Using the tool interface provided, individuals and collaborative teams involved in the project can perform simulations, interactive operations, queries, and value-added applications.
By transferring 3D BIM building information models to digital verification equipment, inspectors can accurately check dimensions, positions, net heights, deviation errors, and specifications of components on-site. This process ensures that construction quality aligns with the original design intent. The seamless integration of design and construction—supported by reliable service networks, reputable brands, high-performance materials, and flexibility—reduces errors, improves efficiency, and provides real-time insight into on-site construction status.
5. 4D Construction Progress Simulation
Traditionally, understanding project progress relies heavily on mentally correlating schedules with 2D drawings, demanding extensive engineering experience and knowledge. BIM changes this by linking building components with the project schedule, enabling the simulation of time-related construction progress.
This integration allows visualization of the actual construction methods over time, providing a clear understanding of the relationship between the schedule and physical progress. By adding a timeline to the BIM model, stakeholders can simulate and monitor construction progress dynamically.
6. Operation and Usage Management
In recent years, improvements in cultural awareness and living environment quality have significantly affected property owners’ evaluations of builders and construction firms. With growing competition in the construction industry, enhancing post-construction service quality and competitive advantage through better facility and environmental management has become a critical focus.
The BIM model stores extensive information about spaces, equipment, and usage types. Extracting and integrating this data supports owners and clients in managing spaces, maintaining equipment, and overseeing usage efficiently. Furthermore, it facilitates the integration of internal enterprise processes and the development of relevant management procedures.
7. Estimation of Labor and Material Costs
By creating BIM models tailored to each project phase, relevant information can be extracted for comprehensive cost calculations. The linkage between graphical data and numerical information in BIM models helps present material and cost relationships from multiple perspectives, mainly including:
- Visual Analysis Table: Displays the correlation between materials used on each floor or construction phase, referencing material content, building components, and construction sequence shown in the drawings.
- Cost Estimation: Uses computable data within the BIM model to calculate costs according to various project requirements.
That concludes this issue’s summary of BIM benefits. Thank you for reading. The author will explore additional advantages of BIM in future articles—stay tuned.
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