As Building Information Modeling (BIM) technology continues to grow and evolve, it is important to look ahead and consider what the next few years may hold for the construction industry. In 2023, BIM is likely to become even more widely adopted and integrated into the design and construction process, with projects becoming increasingly complex and ambitious.
Digital Twin Emergence
One of the most exciting developments in BIM in 2023 is the emergence of digital twins. These are digital models of physical structures and systems that update in real time, allowing architects and engineers to gain a better understanding of how their projects are performing. Digital twins can be used to track the progress of a project, monitor its performance and even plan for maintenance and repairs.
Less Rework
The lack of details between designers and executors, or the lack of updates or changes to design information may result in minor or major reworks that may add to the company's financial strain. Using a centralized BIM system ensures similarity of information and eliminates construction errors by ensuring updates and changes are reflected immediately.
Pre-Construction Process
Another area that is likely to see significant growth in 2023 is the use of BIM in the pre-construction process. BIM can be used to create 3D models of construction projects, giving the team a better understanding of the design and construction process before the project begins. This can help to drive down costs, improve accuracy and reduce the risk of errors during construction.
Automation
In terms of the BIM workflow, there is likely to be a move towards more automated processes, with AI driven tools taking over some of the more mundane tasks. This will help to speed up the workflow and reduce the risk of human error. You may also see the emergence of BIM driven virtual reality applications, allowing project teams to walk through 3D models of the site and get a better understanding of the project before it begins.
Complete Snapshot of the Project
The advantage of building information management services is that stakeholders, engineers, designers, managers, etc., get a comprehensive view of the entire project, unlike the general practice where one department does not fully know what other departments are doing in the overall project. Having reliable and easily accessible information for those involved in the project allows them to assess the project, communicate, coordinate, estimate costs, and track progress.
Accessibility
The development of 5G technology means that BIM will become increasingly accessible and reliable, allowing teams to access and share data more easily. This could lead to greater collaboration between different stakeholders, allowing them to work together more efficiently and effectively.
Customer Satisfaction
Customers are extremely pleased with the overall quality, speed of work, and transparency of information you provide.
Coordination Improvement
By indexing their work in centralized BIM data, one department can work cohesively with another. The result is an improved work environment and better coordination.
Cost Reduction & Productivity Improvement
Communication and operational efficiency can be improved by having a single point of reference for building information management. The construction phase of a project can be significantly improved through reduction of cross-referencing and approval time. By increasing productivity, the overall construction time and cost of a project can be reduced.
Documentation
The infrastructure design is supported by scores of documents, such as drawings in 2D and 3D. But this information is often lacking along with other essential details such as contracts, bids, bills of purchases, specifications, schedules, and so on for the construction process.
In this context, BIM services provide the necessary information to make the entire process more streamlined. Compared to 2D drafting, BIM gives a full view of the building and elevation from every angle, helping to eliminate errors before they occur.