Hoeber, H and Alsem, D (2016) Life-cycle information management using open-standard BIM. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 23(6), pp. 696-708. ISSN 0969-9988
Abstract
Purpose The purpose of this paper is to present a way of working with open-standard building information modeling (BIM), object type libraries, systems engineering and an Information Delivery Manual for the management of information over the life-cycle of infrastructure assets. The concept is presented as a source of inspiration, proof of concept and to underpin the value of different parts of the concept leading to an integrated approach to life-cycle information management. Design/methodology/approach The paper presents a concept for a way of working. A proof of concept is provided in the form of a case study in which this concept is operational. It shows that this way of working using open-standard BIM can be applied to manage information in the life-cycle. It does not provide, nor suggest to provide, empirical evidence for specific benefits in terms of efficiency. Findings The paper shows that open-standard BIM can be applied for information management in the life-cycle of (construction) assets. The specific approach that is applied in practice in a Dutch Infrastructure Project is explained including a case project. Research limitations/implications The example of Traverse Dieren attests to a implementation of the approach in practice. From this case it can be concluded that the suggested approach is feasible in the initiation and design phase and applicable during realization. Based on the example as described in this paper it cannot be concluded to what extent the known information management problems in the life-cycle are solved. Therefore a detailed evaluation on the information exchange would be required which is beyond the scope of this paper. Practical implications This paper shows how different (theoretical) concepts are successfully combined and implemented in practice to attain the defined BIM goals. Originality/value This paper shows a practical case implementation of open-standard BIM (using COINS). It provides a way of working that combines BIM, systems engineering, libraries and contractual arrangements for the management of information over the life-cycle of infrastructure assets.
| Item Type: | Article |
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| Uncontrolled Keywords: | BIM; information delivery; COINS; life-cycle; object types; systems engineering |
| Index terms: | integrated approach, information exchange, evidence, methodology, case study, information delivery, efficiency, building information modelling, systems engineering, design phase, implementation, infrastructure project |
| Subjects: | evaluation and assessment methods, data collection methods, data science, professional practice, contractual arrangements, research methods, performance management, information systems, systems engineering, infrastructure and transport systems |
| Topics: | Procurement, Research Practice, Engineering Principles, Quality Management, Design Practice, Digital Applications |
| Descriptive scope: | 5 PCTEA |
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