What is BIM?

Building Information Modelling (BIM) is revolutionizing how buildings are designed, constructed, and maintained. This quick guide explores what BIM is, how it works, and why it matters for manufacturers and designers alike.

BIM: a digital revolution in the building industry

The transition to Building Information Modelling began to spread via “early adopters” more than ten years ago. Fast-forward to today and there are millions of active BIM users across the globe. But what drove us to discard our beloved drawings and embrace BIM technology?

In the 1900s, construction design gradually began to evolve from hand-drawn plans to computer-aided design (CAD). The computer became a standard tool, which streamlined drawing management and improved the visualization process.

However, these drawings were still primarily visual representations, which made it difficult to collaborate and share construction project information. The inception and invention of BIM filled this void and propelled the construction industry into the Information Age.

BIM: a digital revolution in the building industry

The transition to Building Information Modelling began to spread via “early adopters” more than ten years ago. Fast-forward to today and there are millions of active BIM users across the globe. But what drove us to discard our beloved drawings and embrace BIM technology?

In the 1900s, construction design gradually began to evolve from hand-drawn plans to computer-aided design (CAD). The computer became a standard tool, which streamlined drawing management and improved the visualization process.

However, these drawings were still primarily visual representations, which made it difficult to collaborate and share construction project information. The inception and invention of BIM filled this void and propelled the construction industry into the Information Age.

BIM: a digital revolution in the building industry

The transition to Building Information Modelling began to spread via “early adopters” more than ten years ago. Fast-forward to today and there are millions of active BIM users across the globe. But what drove us to discard our beloved drawings and embrace BIM technology?

In the 1900s, construction design gradually began to evolve from hand-drawn plans to computer-aided design (CAD). The computer became a standard tool, which streamlined drawing management and improved the visualization process.

However, these drawings were still primarily visual representations, which made it difficult to collaborate and share construction project information. The inception and invention of BIM filled this void and propelled the construction industry into the Information Age.

BIM: a digital revolution in the building industry

The transition to Building Information Modelling began to spread via “early adopters” more than ten years ago. Fast-forward to today and there are millions of active BIM users across the globe. But what drove us to discard our beloved drawings and embrace BIM technology?

In the 1900s, construction design gradually began to evolve from hand-drawn plans to computer-aided design (CAD). The computer became a standard tool, which streamlined drawing management and improved the visualization process.

However, these drawings were still primarily visual representations, which made it difficult to collaborate and share construction project information. The inception and invention of BIM filled this void and propelled the construction industry into the Information Age.