Organization and digitization of information about buildings and civil engineering works, including building information modelling (BIM) — Information management using building information modelling: Concepts and principles

 

View this article:

https://storage.nadlancenter.co.il/media/Storage/8586.pdf?utm

Organization and digitization of information about buildings and civil engineering works, including building information modelling (BIM) — Information management using building information modelling: Delivery phase of the assets

 

View this article:

https://www.engineering.org.il/download/files/2_8.pdf?utm

This case study explains Tel Aviv’s strategy, demonstrating how a high level of smart urban services was achieved using decentralized, low-cost methods. The report provides details on the approach, such as its reliance on the local startup ecosystem, its creation of services using open municipal databanks and public-private partnerships, and its emphasis on lightweight services that interact directly with residents. The case study analyzes the strengths and weaknesses of Tel Aviv’s approach, discussing the technologies, processes, and strategies that can be used to implement a cost-effective smart city initiative.

 

View this article:

https://publications.iadb.org/en/international-case-studies-smart-cities-tel-aviv-israel

The Manual for Railway Engineering (MRE) is an annual publication released every April. The Manual consists of more than 6,100 pages of railway engineering reference material, the recommended practices for the industry. It contains principles, data, specifications, plans and economics pertaining to the engineering, design and construction of the fixed plant of railways (except signals and communications), and allied services and facilities. The material is developed by AREMA technical committees and is published as a guide to railways in establishing their individual policies and practices relative to the subjects, activities and facilities covered in the Manual, with the aim of assisting them to engineer and construct a railway plant which will have inherent qualities of a safe and economical operation as well as low maintenance cost.

The BIM Manual and supporting documents outline strategic processes and workflows for Rail Baltica and its supply chain, evolving over the project lifecycle to integrate technological and methodological advancements. The manual applies to all project phases, as defined in the Employer Information Requirements (EIR/TS), ensuring a consistent framework for BIM delivery.

Integrating 5D BIM into large rail projects improves cost management but faces challenges related to technology, functionality, and governance. This paper presents a framework to support financial decision-making, project management, and efficient delivery.

Key elements include project governance, BIM policies, digital platforms, BIM LOD, cost-estimation classification, and continuous improvement. Governance ensures structured implementation, policies maintain quality, and digital platforms enable collaboration. Cost-estimation aligns with project scope, and continuous improvement enhances efficiency and innovation.

The study, based on Victorian rail projects, highlights challenges such as inconsistent data exchange standards, compatibility issues with cost management, and unclear governance strategies. Further validation in real-world projects is recommended.

Integrating 5D BIM in large rail projects enhances cost management but faces technical, functional, and governance challenges. This paper proposes a framework addressing governance, BIM standards, digital platforms, LOD, cost estimation, and continuous improvement. Applied to Victorian rail projects, challenges include data exchange limitations and governance gaps. Further real-world validation is recommended.

This report discusses integrating geospatial and statistical data systems with BIM and infrastructure development in Africa. It also covers a roadmap for transforming and modernizing official statistics in Africa, developed by the Economic Commission for Africa. The roadmap guides national statistical systems to meet user needs and supports sustainable development goals. Developed with African and global partners, it integrates existing strategies and will be implemented through national strategies and collaborative efforts across the continent.

BIM Africa Initiative is a civil society organization formed to enable and regulate the adoption and implementation of Building Information Modelling (BIM) in the Architecture Engineering and Construction (AEC) Industry across Africa.

African BIM Report (ABR) 2022 features projects from five African countries and outlines their approaches to BIM and innovation, challenges faced, and strategies for mitigating and achieving success. Experts also shared insights on processes for advancing construction. The survey outcomes identified major and minor shifts in industry awareness, adoption, implementation, and how the African construction industry has fared regarding BIM since the ABR 2020.