Digital twins cut costs and emissions by nearly 20%, survey finds

Hexagon's Digital Twin Industry Report has found that companies using digital twins report an average cost saving of 19% and a 15% reduction in emissions.

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Nemetschek Group – AEC/O software specialists

Providing software solutions, the Nemetschek Group is a pioneer for digital transformation in the construction industry using Open BIM.

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A digital engineering approach to sustainable housing

Ian Risk, chief technology officer at the Centre for Modelling & Simulation, believes digital engineering must be at the heart of building design if the industry is to succeed in meeting net zero goals while addressing the housing crisis.

Vectorworks announces industry changing updates to DIN SPEC

Global design and BIM software provider Vectorworks has revealed several valuable updates to DIN SPEC, demonstrating industry-wide involvement, extensibility, and scalability.

Structural analysis for construction professionals

Advance Design is a mature and easy to use FEM Structural Analysis solution dedicated to structural engineers operating in a BIM environment.

Structural engineers as an integral part of the BIM workflow

SCIA came up with a fast, easy-to-use, accurate and reliable application that enables structural engineers to automatically convert physical models from any 3D CAD software to create high-quality and accurate analysis models.

AFRY relies on BIM during bridge construction

The engineers from AFRY Germany decided to use BIM for planning the Altglienicker Bridge in Berlin even though there was no contractual obligation to.

Digital construction: One model fits all

In the world of digital construction, it’s not just about the files, but the ability to collaborate on them.

Making the most of BIM

The use of BIM is on the rise but incorrect implementation can increase construction costs, cause delays and even carry legal consequences. Stewart Bailey, director of proptech agency Virtual Viewing, shares his views on how to maximise your BIM strategy.

Shaping the built environment means shaping our world

Buildings and structures influence society and digital solutions play a crucial role - they are more than stones, concrete, steel, wood or glass.

What support do construction SMEs need for with digital transformation?

Saffron Grant, managing director at Digital Construction Skills, discusses the crucial support SMEs need to help with their digital transformation journey.

The human side of digitalisation in the built environment

We spoke to Elizabeth Kavanagh, senior people & change consultant at PCSG, about the importance of exploring the human side of digitalisation in the built environment.

Bricsys mechanical design solution delivers design-to-manufacture efficiencies

Bricsys has announced the launch of BricsCAD® Mechanical V22, a mechanical design solution with smart functionality, workflows, and approaches to optimise the design-to-manufacture process.

Solving design problems faster with BricsCAD® V22

CAD software developer Bricsys has announced the immediate availability of new versions of its products: BricsCAD® Lite, BricsCAD® Pro, BricsCAD® Mechanical, and BricsCAD® BIM.

AEC software provider reaches momentous growth in Q3 2021

The Nemetschek Group has continued to increase revenues and earnings in Q3 2021, with SaaS revenues reaching a record high £34.5m.

How to measure the success of a digital twin

Ali Nicholl from Iotics explores “what good looks like” when it comes to digital twins.

The speaker programme for DCW 2021 is now live

Digital Construction Week (DCW), Europe’s leading innovation and technology event for the built environment, has officially launched its free-to-attend speaker programme.

BricsCAD® Digital Summit returns for 2021

The BricsCAD® Digital Summit, taking place on 26 October, will host 3,000+ design professionals in the world of construction, manufacturing, engineering, and architecture.

Clash-free construction: Integrated collaboration + clash automation

Clash Automation enables project stakeholders to access the full benefits of BIM. Revizto 5 enables real-time collaboration across platforms and teams.

BIM started a new chapter for KÖZTI

Leveraging solutions from the Nemetschek Group, BIM and 3D modelling have become go-to technologies for one of Hungary's oldest architects.

Prefabrication is key success factor for new £4.28bn quarter in Vienna

One of the largest urban development projects in Europe relies on precast construction for efficient and sustainable building – ALLPLAN software enabled efficient precast detailing processes.

4D BIM: What is it and how can it benefit your project?

4D BIM is the process of using 3D models, combined with time and schedule-related information such as programmes, site surveys and logistics models to create a virtual construction sequence.

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