BIM 101: ISO 19650 Demystified

Intro to Section 02 - BIM at Scale

01-01 - Section 01: Introduction and Strategic Context to BIM

In this section, we delve into the impact of the UK BIM Framework on your organisation and supply chain.

We will cover:

• Impact on Organisation and Supply Chain: Understand how the UK BIM Framework affects your business operations and the broader supply chain.

• Business Process Review: Explore the potential for reviewing and improving your business processes through BIM implementation.

• Competence Assessment: Learn about the importance of assessing and developing competence within your organisation to effectively utilise BIM.

• Technology and Interoperability: Examine the technological aspects and the importance of interoperability in the successful implementation of BIM.

By the end of this section, you will have a comprehensive understanding of how the UK BIM Framework can transform your organisation, enhance supply chain collaboration, and improve overall efficiency and effectiveness.

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Measuring the benefits of BIM

Measuring the benefits of BIM and the ISO 19650 series is a complex task. This section highlights some valuable documents developed in the UK to assist in this endeavour. Funded by the UK Government, these resources are shared here for public use and are divided into four parts.

The "PwC Summary Guidance to BIM Benefits Measurement" is part of a collection of reports aimed at assessing the impact of Level 2 BIM in the UK. This guidance is particularly beneficial for organisations implementing the ISO 19650 series, offering a systematic approach to measuring BIM benefits across asset planning, delivery, and operation phases.

The key documents included are:

Summary Guidance to BIM Benefits Measurement (BMM): Outlines the principles and rationale behind the measurement methodology, providing a framework to define potential benefits from the start of a project.

PwC Introductory Note to BIM Benefits Measurement: Offers an introductory context and underscores the importance of measuring BIM benefits.

PwC Benefits Methodology: Provides detailed methodologies for assessing BIM benefits, including various metrics and measurement models.

PwC Application Report: Illustrates practical examples and tests the application of the BMM on real projects, demonstrating how the methodology can be effectively implemented.

​These documents are essential resources for organisations aiming to align their BIM practices with ISO 19650 standards and optimise the value derived from BIM implementation.

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03-01 - Intro to Section 03 - Essentials of Information Management

This section explains the concepts and principles of information management and outlines the various types of information requirements such as Organisational Information Requirements (OIRs), Asset Information Requirements (AIRs), Project Information Requirements (PIRs), and Exchange Information Requirements (EIRs). It also addresses the level of information need and the resources that support information delivery planning.

Here, you'll learn about level of information need.

Here, you'll learn about the level of information need as it relates to ISO 19650. This standard, which manages information over the life cycle of a built asset using building information modelling (BIM), distinguishes between the Level of Information (LoI) and the Level of Detail (LoD). LoI pertains to the richness and completeness of the information, ensuring all necessary data and documentation are included. LoD, however, focuses on the granularity and precision of the information content, such as geometrical data and attributes. Together, they ensure stakeholders have accurate, detailed, and comprehensive information throughout the project's life cycle.

Intro to Section 04 - Understanding Digital Information Exchange

Here, you'll learn about the principles of organisation and digitisation, how information delivery planning occurs between teams and the process and value of information exchange through projects and across the asset life cycle.

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Data Exchange Schemas & Classifications

· >buildingSMART International: Mission: To create & maintain open & reliable digital standards for the built environment & promote their global adoption.

· >Industry Foundation Classes (IFC): IFC is a standardised digital format used within the built asset industry. As an open international standard, specifically ISO 16739-1:2018, IFC supports interoperability and facilitates the sharing of information across different software applications, hardware devices, and interfaces. This standard plays a critical role in enhancing collaboration and cooperation by breaking down informational silos across various stakeholders in the industry, regardless of the technology tools they employ. Adopted globally, IFC enables improved communication and project management throughout the lifecycle of a building or infrastructure project.

· >COBie - US: The Construction to Operations Building information exchange (COBie) specification provides a standard organization of data used to manage and maintain facility assets. It is a combined set of all space, product, and equipment schedules found on associated design drawings as well as a compilation of as-built, operations & maintenance (O&M), and commissioning information captured during construction.

· >COBie - UK: Guide for COBie as part of the UK BIM Framework.

· >Uniclass 2015: It adheres to ISO 12006-2 standards and is the UK implementation of this standard. Uniclass 2015 encompasses all industry sectors, broadening the scope beyond previous iterations to enable uniform classification across buildings, engineering, landscape, and infrastructure. It adheres to ISO 12006-2 standards.Uniclass 2015 encompasses all industry sectors, broadening the scope beyond previous iterations to enable uniform classification across buildings, engineering, landscape, and infrastructure.

· >Omniclass: The OmniClass Construction Classification System, often referred to as OmniClass or OCCS, serves as a system for categorising and accessing construction industry information. It functions as the North American counterpart to Uniclass 2015. OmniClass adheres to ISO 12006-2 and is the North American implementation of this standard.

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Intro to Section 05 - Contractual and Legal Essentials of BIM

This segment discusses the necessary contractual interventions, the legal and commercial implications for your organisation and supply chain, the role of an Information Protocol, and issues of ownership and intellectual property. It also covers the security risks and measures that need to be in place.

Contractual Considerations - NEC4 and X10

NEC4, or the New Engineering Contract 4th edition, offers a framework for project management and procurement that facilitates collaboration and clear processes. The introduction of secondary Option X10 within NEC4 aligns with the requirements of ISO 19650, a series of standards that govern the organization and digitization of information about buildings and civil engineering works, including BIM (Building Information Modelling).

Option X10 is specifically tailored for managing and integrating Building Information Modelling (BIM) within NEC4 contracts. It provides for the creation or modification of an Information Model, which is crucial under the ISO 19650 series for managing information throughout the whole life cycle of a building or infrastructure asset.

The integration of NEC4 initially with the Construction Industry Council (CIC) BIM Protocol, now and with the Information Protocol which replaced it, particularly through secondary Option X10, is outlined in the NEC Practice Note 2 (April 2018). This practice note guides users on incorporating the Information Protocol (referred to as the 'CIC BIM Protocol' in the guide due to when it was produced) as the Information Model Requirements in the Scope of an NEC4 contract. It suggests specific terminology adjustments and scope entries to ensure alignment between the protocol and the contractual framework, thereby avoiding conflicts.

​By using Option X10 and integrating the Information Protocol (formerly the CIC BIM Protocol), NEC4 contracts can effectively address and implement the information management requirements of the ISO 19650 series. This includes defining roles, responsibilities, and processes for information management, ensuring compliance with the standards and enhancing the overall efficiency and clarity in project delivery. The Information Protocol complements these efforts by providing detailed mechanisms and provisions to further refine the Information Model Requirements, contributing to a comprehensive approach to BIM within the ISO 19650 framework.

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Intro to Section 06 - Common Data Environment Basics

This section focuses on the requirements for a Common Data Environment (CDE), the status control of information containers, and the technical, technology, and interoperability requirements for successful data exchange.

This section focuses on the requirements for a Common Data Environment (CDE), the status control of information containers, and the technical, technology, and interoperability requirements for successful data exchange.

In this last section offers an overview of emerging technologies. It delves into the roles and impacts of data, digital approaches, and Digital Twins. Examining their applications and significance on ISO 19650, Information Management and BIM. Additionally, it provides insights into boarder future trends and technological advancements in AEC and Asset Management.

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In this last section offers an overview of emerging technologies. It delves into the roles and impacts of data, digital approaches, and Digital Twins. Examining their applications and significance on ISO 19650, Information Management and BIM. Additionally, it provides insights into boarder future trends and technological advancements in AEC and Asset Management.