BIM is future of construction industry. Digitization will change the traditional practices of construction

1. Building
Information
Modeling (BIM)
TRANSFORMING CONSTRUCTION AND
INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT

2. TABLE OF CONTENT
 Introduction to BIM
 Key Features of BIM
 Levels of BIM
 Benefits of BIM
 Applications of BIM
 Challenges in BIM Implementation
 Future of BIM

3. Introduction to BIM
 Building Information
Modeling (BIM) is a
digital representation
of a building's physical
and functional
characteristics. It
enables better
planning, design,
construction, and
management of
infrastructure projects.

4. Key Features of BIM
 3D Modeling for
accurate visualization
 Real-time
collaboration among
stakeholders
 Data-driven decision-
making
 Clash detection to
avoid design conflicts
 Lifecycle
management from
design to demolition
•Early detection of problems: Conflicting elements in a building’s
design are identified during the modeling phase, preventing costly
changes during construction.
•Improvement in scheduling: Project elements can be sequenced
more efficiently using intelligent modeling, enabling the possibility
for more systematic scheduling.
•Construction automation: Tasks that can be easily automated
are identified by the software, leaving workers to focus on
specialized tasks.
•Enhanced construction processes: Workflows are automatically
generated by BIM software and any changes made during
construction automatically update the process for everyone on
site.
•Increased worker safety: Workers have direct access to specific
information about each task, leading to increased awareness of
risk and focus.

5. Advantages of BIM in construction
Design: Using a model, architects and engineers can test
out potential designs and identify problems immediately.
Planning: Referencing the model, contractors can make
estimates in cost and timeline and make improvements
to the construction process.
Construction: With the model always accessible,
construction workers can clearly identify tasks and
receive real-time updates about changes.
Operation: After construction is complete, a facilities
manager has access to the model, which is essentially an
improvement over, showing all of the building’s features
and systems.

6. Levels of BIM
 Level 0: No collaboration, basic CAD drawings
 Level 1: 2D drafting with limited 3D models
 Level 2: Collaborative BIM with shared models
 Level 3: Fully integrated BIM with cloud collaboration

7. Benefits of BIM

8. Applications of BIM
 Architecture and structural engineering
 Infrastructure and transportation projects
 Facility management and maintenance
 Urban planning and smart cities
 Construction project management

9. Challenges in BIM
Implementation
 High initial investment
 Need for specialized training
 Resistance to change in traditional workflows
 Data security and interoperability concerns
 Integration with existing construction processes

10. Future of BIM
 AI and machine learning integration
 Cloud-based BIM for real-time collaboration
 Augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) applications
 Digital twins for real-time building monitoring
 Greater adoption in smart city planning