Building information modelling
Building Information Modelling eliminates the need to re-enter data, and avoids data loss, miscommunication and translation errorsBSRIA works with its partner, buildingSMART, to promote the use of integrated Building Information Modelling through the BSRIA / buildingSMART network.
Building Information Modelling (BIM) models and manages information as well as graphics for sharing information through construction and the whole building lifecycle, eliminating the need to re-enter data, and avoiding data loss, miscommunication, and translation errors. In short it is integrated CAD, plus plus.
The network operates through meetings (usually in workshop format) both of the full network and of task groups, and e-mail news. We have already demonstrated how the Part L calculation tool, SBEM works smoothly in building models and how manufacturers' data can be provided for seamless import to a building model.
Joining the network gives you an opportunity to influence the development of the standards and get early access to the development of information modelling tools.
