BIMe Initiative Projects

The BIMei has six top level projects subdivided into numerous microprojects:

A | BIM Dictionary Project

This project aims to facilitate a common understanding of frequently used terms across the construction industry, connect these terms to vetted learning material, and act as a reference to current and future online tools. The BIM Dictionary (BIMdictionary.com) includes hundreds of Dictionary Items composed of terms, descriptions, synonyms and abbreviations. Most of these terms will be translated into other languages through the efforts of BIMe Members and BIMe Volunteers (refer to 104in). The BIM Dictionary is part of the semantic fabric of the BIM Excellence Online Platform.

B | Knowledge Sharing Project

This project aims to facilitate knowledge-sharing between BIMe Members/Volunteers and the wider community. The Knowledge Sharing Project will achieve its aims through:

• Releasing all components through the Knowledge Object Library (refer to BIM Framework Posts)
• Releasing all products through the Product Library (Resources and Tools);
• Publication of research activities through blog posts, videos and social media;
• Publication of research findings through peer-reviewed papers;
• Translation of BIMe Initiative deliverables into multiple languages; and
• Delivering presentations at organisations, academic institutions and international fora.

C | Competence and Learning Project

The BIMe Initiative will develop and maintain a competency-based language for continuous learning and improvement. This language will enable the assessment and development of digital competency of individual practitioners across markets. It will also enable the development of competency-based learning programmes, profiles, roles, and micro-accreditation regimes.

D | Performance Improvement Project

This project aims to assist Design, Construction, and Operation (DCO) organisations in assessing and improving their Digital/BIM abilities (readiness, capability, maturity, productivity, etc.). The project will deliver technology-focused organisational strategies, implementation guides and - innovative, lean, and agile - processes.

E | Macro Adoption Project

This project aims to assist policy makers to develop (and assess) the macro BIM diffusion policies, strategies and plans within their respective markets.  The Macro Adoption Project deliverables include: an online Macro BIM Assessment Module; an international Macro BIM Adoption Benchmark; and a Macro BIM Adoption Guide.

F | Integrated Information Project

This project aims to deliver an comprehensive framework and an online platform for managing information throughout a project’s life cycle. It is composed of a large number of Microprojects leading to the:

• Development of an integrated information framework;
• Generation of information exchange workflows;
• Development of verification and validation routines; and
• Collation of Information Use information modules.