BIM - Building Information Model

What stands for BIM.  BIM means the building Information Model. Perhaps this is not a new idea. But it becomes important in the future world. The concept behind BIM is working together. It integrate Design, construction and maintenance. Even up to demolition of the particular construction. Therefore BIM is model of information regarding the life cycle of a construction project. The model is made by sharing information and data among each stakeholders of the project.

The digital model will be created with the use of those information and this model will be updated over the time, quality and location as per the requirement.  BIM describes and defines each and every parts of the project in detail.

For a example, A  CCTV system;

-          It explain the requirement of the cctv, quality, functions, technical specifications.

-          How to install the cctv system,

-          How to operate that cctv system

-          How to maintain that cctv system and etc.

In order to build up such a detail model , it requires contribution of all the parties like Architect, Engineer, Contractor, Estimator, building maintenance professionals and etc.

Therefore BIM is a combination of softwares, 3D modeling, well organized structure, collection of data and so on.
In generally, people call BIM as a 3D model of a building which indicates each and every parts of the structure from A to Z. As well as it shows how affect to the structure by doing any modification. therefore this is very important to take decision in related with the project. Also, some of the Feature in the BIM cannot be visually represented. For example cost data of the model, specifications, method statements, man power requirement and etc.