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Published on December 1, 2013 | Last Updated on September 20, 2025
This Tri-axial framework explains the multi-dimensional relationship between three main axes of the BIM domain: the BIM Fields of activity (x-axis) identifying domain players, their requirements and deliverables; the BIM Stages (y-axis) delineating minimum capability benchmarks; and countless BIM Lenses (z-axis) providing the depth and breadth of enquiry necessary to identify, assess and qualify BIM fields and BIM stages.
Below is a short video briefly explaining the above on the dedicated BIM Framework YouTube channel:
Cite as: BIMe Initiative (2025), '1. The Tri-Axial Framework', https://bimexcellence.org/frameworks/tri-axial/. First published 1 December 2013. Viewed 27 September 2025