Glossary - Page 2

Introduction Building information modeling has been one of the most notable advancements in the construction industry over the last decade. It offers a particular approach that is drastically different from most industry processes, resulting in...

Definition of a common data environment “Common data environment” (CDE) is a term that has been used regularly in recent years, mostly in tandem with newer technologies such as building information modeling (BIM) in construction....

What is SketchUp? SketchUp is a well-known 3D modeling platform that is popular in multiple industries, including interior design, landscaping, architecture, and even video game design. It is a relatively user-friendly solution that can be...

What is Rhinoceros? Rhinoceros (commonly known as Rhino) is a very popular comprehensive 3D modeling solution. Rhino is widely used in a multitude of different use cases and industries, including product design, architecture, multimedia, and...

What is SolidWorks? SolidWorks is a well-known computer-aided design (CAD) and computer-aided engineering (CAE) software application with a multitude of capabilities. Its primary use cases are drawings, assemblies, and mechanical parts modeling, but it can...

What is a BIM manager? A BIM manager is a professional who deals with the process of implementing the many procedures and operations mandated in the implementation of BIM during different phases of project realization....

Definition of Lean construction Lean construction represents a new approach to delivering construction projects. It is a project management-based approach that prioritizes companionship and collaboration throughout the project realization process. Construction projects are highly complex...

Definition of interoperability The basic definition of interoperability explains it as the ability of a given system or product to work with other products or systems. The ability to work together means that there are...

Introduction Many people have regarded the construction industry as one of the world’s most traditional and resistant-to-change industries. It has been around for hundreds of years, and there have always been many issues regarding innovation...

BIM as a concept has drastically changed many aspects of the AEC industry, and its adoption rates continue to grow. Most construction contracts and projects are now planned with at least some form of BIM...

Introduction to BIM and automation BIM models are the centerpiece of this methodology, and every other BIM process revolves around it. At the same time, there is more to BIM than the model itself: the...

Introduction to Bluebeam Revu Project management as a process is evolving on a regular basis, often using the newest technologies and methods to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and promote collaboration. Most of these changes are...