Building information modeling allows architects, builders, engineers and developers to gain better control over their projects, and is set to become the standard operating procedure for construction projects of varying scales and complexities. AEC industry is abuzz with the high-value BIM provides.

1. 6 Critical Reasons you should be talking about Building
Information Modeling
Posted By: Bhushan Avsatthi – Hi-Tech Outsourcing Services
Building information modeling allows architects, builders, engineers and developers to gain
better control over their projects, and is set to become the standard operating procedure for
construction projects of varying scales and complexities. AEC industry is abuzz with the high
value BIM provides. This is why construction firms are increasingly investing in outsourcing
BIM services to streamline their projects and document each and every process in detail
right from the conceptualization, design and fabrication to facility management, renovation
and demolition stages.
However, several firms still depend on the traditional methods, for construction project
documentation and planning. This is because they are still not aware of how BIM can help
them manage workflows, visualize information, estimate construction costs accurately and
hence get the best returns against the investments in BIM.

2. 6 Critical Reasons why you Need to Outsource BIM Services. Building information
Modeling:-
Ensures Improved Access to Information:
Building information models are bottomless cabinets where highly detailed information can
be fed. This information can be visualized by architects, engineers, fabricators and
contractors hence, facilitate firm and informed decisions.
Enables Effective Handling of “What If” Scenarios And Risk Mitigation:
BIM integrates MEP details, structural information, cost estimation, material takeoffs, and
construction schedules all into a single architectural model. Hence, clashes between
disciplines at any given point of time can be detected. Analyzing what if scenarios and
early clash detection, helps resolve issues and mitigate risks.
Facilitates Lean Construction and Energy Efficiency:
BIM is an information pool that can be used to effectively measure energy consumption in a
building, and for material take offs and quantitative analysis of several building and
construction components that are required for a construction project. It can be also
used to effectively analyze the accrued costs with each schedule. This capability of BIM
can be leveraged for a lean construction and to achieve an energy efficient building.
Allows Superior Project Planning and Logistics:
The ability of BIM to support critical workflows, identify and resolve what if scenarios
identify clashes and mitigate risks ensures superior project handling. As mentioned
earlier, the cascading effects of even the smallest change are reflected across the BIM
model. Construction schedules can be thus be effectively planned using BIM and the
accrued cost estimates at every stage can also be viewed and managed. As BIM
facilitates effective coordination, quantity take offs and cost estimation, this allows
construction managers plan and schedule their projects well.
Supports Effective Facility Management:
BIM can be integrated with computer aided maintenance management system to aid facility
management. Conflicts and requirements that arise due to changing spatial
requirements can also be addressed by using BIM as an O&M tracking tool.
Makes Repair And Renovation Work Management Easy And Organized:
When a building reaches a stage, where repair or renovation is required, a BIM model
provides all the information of mechanical, electrical and plumbing layouts and
structural details. This helps avoid any irregularities and plan the renovation work
without disrupting the existing MEP systems and structure of the building.
BIM is constantly evolving, and AEC firms need to keep pace with these changing trends.
BIM service providers like Hi-Tech Outsourcing Services, have the best in-house
resources to cater to comprehensive BIM requirements of their clients. Off- shoring BIM
requirements to service providers who have more than a decade of experience in

3. delivering higher levels of BIM expertise, enables AEC firms enjoy optimum BIM benefits
at the lowest investments.
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