Modular construction, where building components are prefabricated off-site and then assembled on-site, is gaining traction across various markets. This method integrates design, manufacturing, and construction processes, enabling higher efficiency without sacrificing aesthetics.

AIA/ National Institute of Building Sciences

USA

Off-site manufacturing has brought significant benefits to industries like automotive and food and beverage, but its adoption in construction, particularly in the UK, has been slower. Led by Dr. Mohamed Zaki, Deputy Director of the Cambridge Service Alliance, CDBB researchers focused on studying global business models and digital services used in construction.

CDBB

UK

Research on the quantification of value from Prefabricated, Design for Manufacture and Assembly (P-DFMA), and digital delivery methods in construction. Discusses the role of digital tools, such as Building Information Modelling (BIM), in improving efficiency, quality, and collaboration within the construction sector.

CDBB

UK

An overview and recommendations on the use of Building Information Modelling (BIM) in the reuse of steel structural components and envelopes from the single storey steel buildings (SSBs).

PROGRESS – (provisions for greater reuse of steel structures)

Regional

Outlines the use of BIM for design, construction, and maintenance of rail infrastructure, focusing on asset lifecycle management.

This Data Requirements Library documents the terminology and categories used to classify and describe Environment Agency (EA) assets. It also documents the specific data attributes that are used to describe the properties of each Asset Type and its Element Types.

BIM4Water is a non for profit Forum that consists of a cross industry group open to all organisations involved in the management and delivery of water and wastewater assets. The group is free to join and its make up is reflective of the sector, involving clients, contractors, consultants, suppliers, subcontractors and other bodies. Based on collaboration, our activities include providing guidelines and offering free events around the country covering all aspects of “Better Information Management.

This guidance note outlines best practices for specific professional tasks, representing recommendations that meet a high standard of professional competence, according to RICS. While following these recommendations is not mandatory, members should consider that in cases of professional negligence, a court or tribunal may reference relevant RICS guidance notes to assess whether a surveyor acted with reasonable competence.

The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) showcases examples of Building Information Modelling (BIM) for infrastructure, emphasising its role in lifecycle management, collaboration, and data integration.

The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) highlights the use of Building Information Modelling (BIM) in the lifecycle management of highways, emphasising collaboration and data integration. Many State Departments of Transportation (DOTs) are moving beyond the perception of BIM as just 3D modelling, using it to break down silos and improve project delivery and asset management. The FHWA’s BIM for Infrastructure program supports this transition by sharing best practices and guiding agencies in advancing their BIM maturity.