The benefits, obstacles and problems of practical bim implementation

Abstract

The rapid development of Information Technologies in Architecture, Engineering and Construction Industry (AEC), as well as in Architecture, Engineering, Construction and Owner/Operator (AECO), are consistently changing the definition of Building Information Modeling (BIM). BIM technology takes new meanings, highlighting the generic concepts of this universal determination for product deliverables build on usage of building intellectual 3D virtual model associated with this processes like project inception, design, evaluation, construction, operation and demolition. In his article, the authors review the stages and trends of BIM concept development presenting the case studies of four real projects in which elements of BIM technology have been adopted by project participants reviewing benefits as well as obstacles and problems of practical BIM implementation providing recommendations for future applications of BIM. © 2013 The Authors.