The NZ Transport Agency engages in integrated transport planning at national, regional and local levels in partnership with local government, other central government organisations and the private sector to maximise transport investment outcomes across the network. By working with transport decision makers early in the strategy-setting and planning processes, we have the best opportunity to negotiate investment proposals that achieve quantifiable outcomes and are based on sound assumptions.

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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.

The Australian National Standard provides a common baseline for establishing a standardised approach to improve procurement, management, and exchange of project information through Digital Engineering (DE). The goal is to enhance digital collaboration between asset owners and their supply chains, driving the digital transformation of the rail industry.

https://www.rissb.com.au/products/as_7739-1-digital-engineering/

Standards Australia in conjunction with Rail Industry Safety & Standards Board (RISSB)

Australia

ISO 19650 is the prominent global standard for the implementation of BIM, focusing on the collaborative process integral to the entire life cycle of constructed assets. Developed and published by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), this standard serves as a comprehensive framework for managing information from the conception of a project, through construction and operation to its eventual decommissioning. The development and publication of ISO 19650 highlights the commitment of international standards bodies to creating a consistent and efficient approach to BIM implementation on a global scale.  

ISO 19650 is a multi-part standard. Part 1 delineates fundamental concepts and principles, while Part 2 provides practical guidance for information management throughout the project life cycle. The scalability of ISO 19650 allows organizations to tailor its application to the specific needs and intricacies of their projects. As an internationally recognized standard, ISO 19650 reflects the collaborative efforts of standards bodies to enhance global construction industry practices. Throughout this process, transparency, collaboration, and consensus-building are key principles. ISO standards, including ISO 19650, are developed with input from experts and stakeholders worldwide to ensure that they reflect a global consensus on best practices.  

A country might choose to adopt ISO 19650 for several reasons, all of which contribute to the standard’s potential benefits in enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of construction and infrastructure projects. Some of the reasons why a country might decide to adopt ISO 19650:

• Global standardisation of processes
• Support interoperability and collaboration
• Consider a quality assured approach to information management
• Competitive advantage and potential for cross boarder trade
• Improved project delivery outcomes

In summary, the adoption of ISO 19650 by a country can bring about international alignment, improved collaboration, risk reduction, and enhanced competitiveness in the construction industry, ultimately contributing to more successful and sustainable infrastructure development. Countries will usually adopt ISO 19650 by publishing a national annex to the standard.  

The appendicies to the New Zealand BIM Handbook have been published by the BIM acceleration committee (BAC) and were created to promote the use of BIM and it’s benefits to create, maintain and operate quality built assest in New Zealand. These appendices explain and give examples of some of the different BIM elements which can be applied to projects. These appendices contain guidance as well as templates which can be used as a resource on projects, to facilitate early BIM adoption. This schedule, in the form of an appendix example, assigns responsibilities to model elements via an author (MEA) and defines Level of Development (LOD) for those model elements across project stages. Model elements ownership can be transferred between participating parties, but should be clearly defined in the table within this example. This MEA schedule is a starting point for a project and the selection of elements in the schedule. It should reflect individual project requirements and be agreed by participating parties. This resource is the example, the Word format template file is also available on the Information collection.

An archive version of this information article has been created if the original is no longer accessible (Archive information from January 2024)

The New Zealand BIM Handbook published by the BIM acceleration committee (BAC) was created to promote the use of BIM and it’s benefits to create, maintain and operate quality built assest in New Zealand. The handbook has been developed in partnership with industry and draws on best BIM practice from around the world. This third edition expands on the previous release in 2016. This recent release of the BIM handbook also references ISO 19650 standards and provides more information on BIM for constrcution, facilities management and linear infrastructure. Appendices contained within the BIM handbook (linked separtely in the information collection) provide templates and examples for BIM planning documents and more details on specific aspects of the BIM workflow and model coordination This is the third edition of the handbook. It provides more information on BIM for construction, facilities management and linear infrastructure. Reference is made to the recently released standards ISO 19650 parts 1 and 2. Other document references have been updated to reflect the latest editions. This handbook outlines critical inputs from FM/AM providers that will ensure BIM delivers the information they need, in a format that they can use. Includes BIM planning documents and details on aspects of BIM workflow.

The appendicies to the New Zealand BIM Handbook have been published by the BIM acceleration committee (BAC) and were created to promote the use of BIM and it’s benefits to create, maintain and operate quality built assest in New Zealand. These appendices explain and give examples of some of the different BIM elements which can be applied to projects. These appendices contain guidance as well as templates which can be used as a resource on projects, to facilitate early BIM adoption. The intent of the BIM execution plan is to provide an outline that will ensure all parties involved are clearly aware of the opportunities and responsibilities associated with projects that implement BIM. The plan defines why you are using BIM on the project. It sets goals, objectives, and responsibilities, and outlines how the process will be executed through the project life cycle. The BIM execution plan is a living document and should be developed and refined throughout the project life cycle to ensure the project remains on schedule and meets the briefed requirements. This BEP template can be used as a framework for the development of a BEP for specific construction project/s. The BIM execution plan should be developed with reference to the New Zealand BIM handbook. This resource is the template which is available in Word format, the example file is also available on the Information collection.

An archive version of this information article has been created if the original is no longer accessible (Archive information from January 2024)