FOCUS BIM
38 APRIL 2020
REFERENCE NOTES
(1) https://construction.morgansindall.com/news/digitalconstruction
toolkit-launch-–-operation-first
(2) https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/
system/uploads/attachment_data/file/210099/bis-13-955-
construction-2025-industrial-strategy.pdf
(3) www.thenbs.com/knowledge/bim-levels-explained
response to this problem. We encourage
decisions to be made at the briefing
stage of a project or framework, inviting
facilities managers to choose from a menu
of potential outcomes and benefits. This
ensures that key client drivers can be
included before the design is developed, and
carried through into the construction phase.
Our operational menu not only outlines
the benefits of digital construction, but
how to access them and inputs required.
Clients can be walked through operations
and maintenance information, building
user guide, training videos and compliance
certificates. Information is much more
accessible, and can be viewed remotely if
required.
KEY DATA
However, more data does not necessarily
equate to better results – and can potentially
lead to information overload. Our focus
is on maintainable assets and providing
the key data that is required, rather than
throwing in every single piece of available
information. This helps to create a robust
legacy for clients and building
operators, with a high-quality
dataset that is easy to manage
once the building is handed
over.
Having an optimised dataset
in one, easily accessible
location makes it possible to
maintain a body of accurate,
up-to-date information about
building performance that
in turn results in reduced
and smarter spending. Clients are kept
well informed and up to date on their
physical assets, enabling more e icient
management and maintenance. The focus
can shi to preventive rather than reactive
maintenance, for example, cutting costs and
improving the working environment for sta .
There are also environmental benefits.
The availability of remote information
reduces the need for site visits to inspect or
replace items, contributing to a reduction
in carbon emissions. Careful monitoring of
buildings means they can be run much more
e iciently, cutting energy use.
Overall, our hope is that the menu and
toolkit will serve as a valuable starting point
for FM professionals, explaining the value
of digital construction and its practical
application. It is time for the sector to fully
embrace the potential this technology has
to o er.
There are also environmental benefi ts. The availability of remote
information reduces the need for site visits to inspect or replace
items, contributing to a reduction in carbon emissions.”
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