BIM & digital construction Comment – Page 2
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Cyber security: Be prepared if you don't WannaCry
The events of last Friday and the weekend have shown that cryptoware can wreak havoc. Ensuring that staff are properly trained is crucial
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Online poll: BIM mandate
Should the government be doing more to spread the BIM level 2 mandate to local authorities and private clients? Vote here
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Designing in a new dimension
Architects are key to developing BIM solutions that enable teams to take control of complex projects in ways we never imagined in construction’s pre-digital days
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Can BIM help us live longer?
It’s not so far fetched to think future BIM levels could help tackle cancer and heart disease, the key is to focus digital technology relentlessly on better outcomes for people
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Digital natives are forging ahead
The millennial generation have the digital skills to transform construction, we should be doing even more to harness their enthusiam and ideas
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Fixing construction
BIM encourages collaboration but the industry needs to go much further and change the way things are done from the start to the end of a project
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Preparing for tomorrow's smarter built environment
Digital technology is disrupting the built environment and firms need to be aware of this to keep a competitive edge
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A year after the BIM mandate
A year ago today BIM level 2 was mandated for all public projects, what’s changed since and what’s next for our digital futures?
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Transforming how we build
Technology is disrupting the way we carry out construction, which will create opportunities for those willing and able to adapt
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Six trends that will define design for contractors
Advances in technology will lift many of the constraints currently faced by contractors and it will pay to keep up to speed with the changes
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The benefits of Integrated Project Insurance
Early contractor involvement and a ‘no blame/no claim’ ethos are just some ways this procurement method could improve the industry
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BIM: digital dexterity and the next level
¾«¶«Ó°ÊÓ’s latest BIM survey shows usage is widening and deepening but SMEs must not be left behind on this digital journey
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BIM's answer to Brexit
If Brexit is going to make it harder to win European contracts, BIM Level 3 could be a vital selling point
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¾«¶«Ó°ÊÓ cost managers need to keep up
In an age of smart tech, the role of the building services cost manager is changing fast
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Marrying BIM and FM
BIM enthusiasts must get to grip with Integrated Workspace Management Systems
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BIM for the masses
While big firms are embracing BIM and the benefit it brings, a large section of the industry is made up of SMEs that are struggling to see the point. It’s time to make sure everyone in the supply chain is part of the BIM process
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Get up-to-speed with BIM
The ECA is providing guidance for firms trying to engage with building information modelling
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Unstoppable BIM
After half a decade of pressure, persuasion and investment, how successful has the initiative been?
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BIM for export
We are on the verge of a global digital revolution. UK firms need to make the most of our competitive advantage and embrace the support that’s on offer
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Is the public sector ready for BIM Level 2?
Training is needed to get public sector clients up to speed on BIM