BIM uses Virtual Design and Construction capabilities in 3D for building or infrastructure design planning, collaboration of disciplines stakeholders and construction management. BIM is embedded deep into the construction industry for around for a while and now has started to gain traction.

The technology advancements of mobile devices and cloud-based software are facilitating the adoption of technology by contractors. BIM adoption is increasing amongst the contractors as they are looking control over the construction project expenditure, quicken the pace, and find efficient means for IPD.

BIM in itself has a very deep meaning relatable to the construction industry project approaches at every stage. Chaitanya Patel, CAD Engineer for TrueCADD, explores how BIM improves the preconstruction, ongoing construction, and post-construction phases.

 

Get certified in BIM! Take the AGC BIM Education Program Series at GBCA:

 

If you need to renew your CM-BIM, or have already taken the BIM Education Program Series, sign up for the CM-BIM exam! GBCA will be holding the exam on October 30 and November 7.

 

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