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Introduction Building Information Modeling (BIM) is a widely adopted and often mandated practice across the globe, and it stands as a cornerstone of efficient and collaborative building projects. BIM covers the creation and management of...

How construction backlog is different from normal backlog In normal conversation, most people would probably associate the word “backlog” with something that is negative in connotation – a backlog of work, for example, would mean...

Introduction Numerous global industries have experienced profound transformations driven by technological advancements, and the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) sector is a notable example. The introduction of computer-aided design has drastically changed multiple aspects of...

Introduction A large number of global industries have undergone significant transformations thanks to technological advancements, and a prime example of this can be seen in the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) sector. The adoption of...

Introduction Many industries worldwide have undergone significant changes due to advances in technology. The AEC (Architecture, Engineering, and Construction) industry is a prime example. The introduction of CAD (Computer-Aided Design) software has transformed numerous processes...

Сomparison was conducted based on September 2023 functionality for both softwares. Clash detection The construction industry as a whole has a rather long-running reputation of being incredibly complex and sophisticated, while also being one of...

CAD vs BIM The term “architectural software” is used to describe a wide variety of tools and solutions related to the creation of construction projects. This is why architectural software is often called an “umbrella...

Introduction BIM as a technology and a methodology earned quite a lot of attention in the past decade or two, offering a different approach to construction management that promises many different benefits with few shortcomings....

Introduction Planning, designing, and overseeing building construction has been a longstanding profession throughout human history. Skilled artisans initially carried it out during medieval times and eventually evolved into what we now know as “architects.” The...

The definition of BIM Additionally, BIM allows for the creation of highly detailed and accurate 3D models that not only showcase the appearance of the building but also include important information about various aspects of...

Architecture apps have evolved significantly in recent years despite having been around for a while already. Most architectural software was initially designed for Windows PCs. While that trend is starting to die down, there are...

The definition of onsite construction Onsite construction, as a term, is relatively simple and self-explanatory – it is a vast array of operations performed at the physical location of the construction project, be it before...