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UK BIM Alliance: How to choose the right BIM Software

In this article, the UK BIM Alliance explains to PBC Today what is and what is not 'BIM', why there is often widespread confusion surrounding the subject, and how to choose the right BIM Software.
environmental data in BIM

New international standard for the use of environmental data in BIM

In April 2022, the international standardisation body ISO published a new standard that enables the use and availability of environmental data in BIM, sourced from environmental product declarations (EPDs).
BIM in the UK

Understanding BIM in the UK: Changes in the UK Naming Convention...

Viewpoint have started a series on the current state of BIM in the UK, from demystifying what BIM is to where to look for the latest advice and guidance surrounding BIM. This time, they explore the UK Annex, its relation to ISO 19650, and look into the naming convention in more detail.
bim software market

How is M&A activity in the BIM software market driving new...

David Land, senior consultant, Cambashi, explores how merger & acquisition activity in the BIM software market is driving new innovations.
design and build

Is design and build ready for BIM?

This widespread adoption of the BIM process and its associated technologies within the top tier of UK construction companies has created a digital Transformation revolution within the industry in recent years - it is now making waves within the design and build sector. Alex Turner, group BIM manager at Oktra, takes a look.
precast detailing

How BIM changes physical outcomes in precast detailing

Precast detailing reinforced with BIM offers transformational advantages and an overall increase in project ROI, explains Bhushan Avsatthi, Hitech CADD Services.
gender equality and BIM

Sustainability, gender equality and BIM

Rebecca De Cicco, global chair for Women in BIM and principal, digital enablement at Aurecon explains the importance of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals for gender equality and BIM.
state of UK BIM

[Video] The state of UK BIM: ISO 19650 vs. BS1192 and...

Ben Wallbank, BIM strategy and partnerships manager for Viewpoint, breaks down what ISO 19650 is, what it looks like in practice and how it compares to previous standards, in this state of UK BIM series.
Head of BIM

Tilbury Douglas appoints William Barry as head of BIM

Tilbury Douglas has appointed William Barry as the new head of BIM to help deliver key changes in digital innovation and implementation across projects.
implementing BIM

How implementing BIM contributes to greater sustainability goals

Implementing BIM at the initial stages of a project can play a pivotal role in achieving sustainability goals, says Stewart Bailey, founder and director of Virtual Viewing and MiHub.
BIM lead

Devan Mistry appointed as McBains strategic BIM lead

Devan Mistry has been appointed as associate director (strategic BIM lead) to drive forward McBains expertise on BIM.
precast girder bridges

A new BIM approach for precast girder bridges

According to Gregor Strekelj, product manager at Allplan’s competence centre for infrastructure, BIM is no longer just for buildings, it is becoming more widely used for infrastructure as well.
construction sustainability targets

Can BIM turn the tide on construction sustainability targets?

Why are fewer people reporting achieving construction sustainability targets than in 2014? Lee Jones, head of manufacturer solutions at NBS and acting head of sustainability at NBS’ parent company Byggfakta Group, sheds some light on the reasons.
openBIM

OpenBIM standards: ACCA Software meets buildingSMART International

In March, ACCA Software had the great honour to host the buildingSMART International delegation from the prestigious worldwide organisation that has been leading the digital transformation of the construction sector since 1994.
single source of truth in construction

BIM’s role in achieving a single source of truth in construction

Michele D’Andrea Rodrigues from Mail Manager explores the role of BIM in achieving a single source of truth in construction when it comes to building safety.
Visual Scripting

4 practical examples where Visual Scripting helps BIM designers

Xinling Xu, product owner at ALLPLAN, outlines some common situations where Visual Scripting in Allplan can help and what you can do with it.
4d planning

4D planning is extracting new value from BIM software

Elecosoft announces the latest market release of its 4D planning and project management software – Powerproject BIM.
BricsCAD AX3000 MEP Suite

BricsCAD AX3000 MEP Suite admitted to CITF’s Pre-Approved BIM Software List

Bricsys, part of Hexagon, announces that BricsCAD AX3000 MEP Suite has been admitted to the Construction Innovation and Technology Fund’s (CITF) Pre-approved BIM Software List.
BIM in facilities management

What are the benefits of BIM in facilities management?

Chris Wilson, energy manager at SPIE UK, discusses the substantial benefits of BIM in helping facilities managers create the best possible management approach.
BIM file

Egnyte announces new capabilities for BIM file collaboration

Egnyte announces new capabilities for BIM File collaboration and an expansion of AEC workflows for project delivery and closeout.
pitfalls of bim

Digital Twins: How to Avoid the Pitfalls of BIM

In this ebook, Matthew Osment, head of Digital Twins, and Dr Jozef Dobos, CEO, 3D Repo, aim to highlight the possibilities of digital twins and debunk the myths surrounding them.
BIM workshop

BIM workshop brings digital twins to the classroom

Mexico City high school students make their campus sustainable with digital technology learned from a new BIM workshop.
OpenBIM

How OpenBIM contributes to the digital transformation of the AEC industry

The advantages of OpenBIM can be extended through open data formats allowing professionals to use their preferred software without constraint.
BIM 3D, MEP contractors

Why BIM 3D Modelling & Spatial Coordination is crucial for MEP...

A modern way to design, build and manage construction projects – or a compulsion? How 3D modelling and spatial coordination for MEP contractors can create greater business opportunities.
19650 series

UK BIM Framework updates guidance for the ISO 19650 series

The Centre for Digital Built Britain, BSI and the UK BIM Alliance, have updated the online documents for guidance on the BS EN ISO 19650 series.
Structural engineers

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.