BIM basics
Building Information Modeling (BIM) is the process of generating and managing building data during its life cycle. Typically it uses three-dimensional, real-time, dynamic building modeling software to increase productivity in building design and construction. The process produces the Building Information Model (also abbreviated BIM), which encompasses building geometry, spatial relationships, geograph ic information, and quantities and properties of building components BIM is a process which goes far beyond switchingto new software. It requires changes to the definition of traditional architectural phases and more data sharing than most architects and engineers are used to.