BIM for Construction Owners - Part 1 of 2

Understanding BIM to Minimize Risk and Maximize Benefits for the Project Owner

Building Information Modeling promises a broad range of benefits to facility owners managing complex projects. However, it also presents owners with new risks that could potentially nullify the benefits, or even hurt the project, if not addressed.

This podcast series (2) will provide insights into some of the concepts that owners need to understand before pursuing BIM on their projects, and things to consider when selecting a team to support this process.

Some of the key takeaways include:

1. Understanding the new risks that BIM presents to owners
2. Understanding the real benefits of BIM
3. How does BIM potentially increase an owner's risk?
4. How can owners gain the value from BIM and use it to reduce their risk?
5. Suggestions for Owners just getting started with BIM