Connecting Field Data With Bim Data

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 A crucial question that requires an answer is – how efficiently is BIM being adopted onsite where physical construction takes place?
 Project stakeholders like architects, engineers, owners, and others are under a pressing need to connect field data with BIM data
 Putting BIM tools and technology in the hands of the onsite workforce will allow leverage of seamless & real-time data
 Connecting BIM objects from the model to onsite activities help build a simplified and transparent digitally-supported built landscape
 Along these lines, the BIM model will be reinforced with onsite data, and fundamental BIM data can be shared with the onsite workforce.
 The goal of connected construction is to

1. Gather data
2. Standardize processes at an enterprise level
3. Enable teams to connect BIM objects to simplify processes
4. Leverage greater focus on project execution
Common challenges in construction management.
 Construction management is an integral part of a construction project
 Every construction project frames various challenges ...
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 Construction managers need to possess a strong acumen of the construction business and expertise – both onsite and offsite
 Onsite and offsite activities are flooded with interests and feedback from various stakeholders viz. designers, engineers, contractors, owners, etc.
 Difference in mindset can create issues that can inhibit the construction process
 Lack of focus causing construction errors
 Common challenges include –

1. Unrealistic project timelines
2. Building a synchronized mind-set
3. Poorly defined project goals
4. Insidious scope creep
5. Lack of project accountability
Connecting field data with BIM data using construction management tools.
 The construction industry does not function on a one-size fit all solution
 Connecting field data with BIM data requires an efficient construction BIM management platform
 Although running applications on a computer is crucial, offsite and onsite personnel do need the power of mobility to enhance efficiency and productivity
 The need to achieve operational excellence is absolute, thus the need to leverage accurate project data is crucial
 Construction firms can leverage construction management software to plan, coordinate, and take control over the project
 Construction managers, remodelers, specialty or general contractors, owners, etc. can take advantage of construction management applications for various construction projects
 Based on a Market Study Report, the market value for construction management is said to reach 1620 million by 2024
Main benefits of adopting digital platforms that augment the construction process.
 Build intuitive dashboards and daily reports for better BIM coordination and collaboration
 Reduce the carbon-footprint by streamlining key processes
 Enable quick & productive coordination and collaboration between onsite and offsite BIM teams
 Share updates in real-time through document exchange
 Improve productivity and efficiency through BIM visualization of project status
 Capture and track onsite processes, planning challenges, and tasks for onsite work
Benefits of connecting field data with BIM data.
 Real-time communication & collaboration builds a synchronized mind-set.

1. Overcoming team communication challenges is key to improve construction planning and coordination
2. Construction management facilitates connecting field personnel with the back-office BIM model and design personnel
3. This includes various team dashboards, task priorities, shared calendars, etc. for trades or levels data, etc.
4. Teams can leverage effective clash management by synchronizing model and onsite data
5. Leverage Issue management reports, RFI, and submittal reports

 Clear defined project goals for improved budget management.

1. Connecting field data to BIM data also includes efficient budget management & forecasting
2. Project managers can leverage the broad capabilities of construction management software to prepare estimates for better project control
3. Historical onsite data from previous projects can be used to determine construction performance
4. This data can be used to calculate the cost of equipment, labor, and materials
5. Construction management software includes dashboards for budget, tracking time, and invoicing

 Connected construction through document storage, access, and sharing.

1. Storing, accessing, and sharing documentation becomes easier between offsite and onsite teams
2. BIM data like models, RFI’s, transmittals, submittals, etc. can be stored, accessed, and shared securely through a private link
3. Onsite personnel can jump on a quick virtual meeting for a specific file or send building component information using QR codes
4. 360 images from the field help project stakeholders leverage a detailed view of the site. 360 photo storage on a centralized cloud platform helps document site conditions, track job progress, and validate contract documents
5. Decision-making becomes more streamlined with centralized document control

 Proactive Onsite Support to meet project goals.

1. Given onsite complexities, the team at BIMENGUS and iFieldSmart Technologies helps project complete on budget and time
2. Onsite BIM support helps, leverage field data with BIM data through trade coordination, communication, collaboration, and more
3. Early coordination meetings help mitigate clashes in the early project lifecycle
4. Proactive solutions can be leveraged to enhance profitability and save on budget
5. These solutions include – clash detection, process workflows, trade coordination meetings, and adoption of collaboration tools

 Auditing Installed vs Planned field operations to reduce scope creep.

1. For AEC projects to deliver positive outcomes, the evaluation of installed vs planned field operations is crucial
2. Clash identification, resolution, and assignment is key to ensure installed field operations comply with planned operations
3. Detecting and resolving clashes onsite can result in significant cost & time overruns, collaboration issues, and project delays
4. Tools and features from iFieldSmart technologies connect seamlessly across the board through quick Navisworks sync, finding and assigning clashes to different trades, renaming viewpoints, and much more
5. To make sure installed and planned field operations run seamlessly, construction managers, contractors, modelers, etc. can access trade sorted drawings from a single point of truth
6. Granular classification of models, clashes, or documents helps coordinate offsite and onsite activities better, and get accurate field data in the BIM model
7. Auditing BIM models through accurate annotation, actual material usage, the number of building components, etc. helps make the BIM model effective and efficient
8. Adding, searching, and printing RFI’s with detailed parameters helps various stakeholders like the RFI manager, contractors, designers stay on the same page
9. Contractors can leverage field data and close information gaps through better RFI handling and decision-making
10. Project submittals hold the key to knowing if the final deliverables conform with the design intent
11. Fabricators can leverage accurate submittals through the creation, review, and approval of shop drawings
12. Submittals can be created, stored, and processed in a single location for quicker revisions, analyzing codes and standards, structural capabilities, etc.
13. Project teams can share comprehensive submittal details with various participants for a quick project review & management
Conclusion.
• Connecting field data to BIM data through construction tools can seamlessly connect various processes to improve onsite operations
• Connecting field data with BIM data helps clear out project noise, and assists stakeholders with using the right data set for quick and quality project handovers
• With the right set of software tools, every project stakeholder stays on the same page and has access to updated data streams
• Collaboration tools help onsite and offsite personnel coordinate better through accurate and complete datasets
• Finally, for projects to complete on time, installations need to be accurate, thus contractors, designers, architects, etc. need to collaborate perpetually for better project outcomes

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