Synergising BIM and Real-Time Data for Improved Efficiency: An Irish Case Study

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Abstract

The evolution of 3D visualisation and the Internet of Things (IoT) presents a substantial opportunity for integrating real-time data with Building Information Models (BIM) to improve its functionality and construction workflow efficiency. Integrating real-time data with BIM can enhance the digital representation of construction buildings’ physical and functional characteristics and provide recordable status of on-site operations. Nevertheless, the integration between Visualisation and IoT technologies with BIM remains in its preliminary stages and faces a myriad of technical and operational challenges. Furthermore, developing advanced solutions to facilitate this complex integration requires a considerable understanding of the viability and feasibility of merging BIM and real-time data sources. This paper presents the early development of a nationally-funded Irish case study deploying a combined camera and tracking solutions that enable the integration of BIM and real-time data through passive data capture. It aims to explore the potential benefits, challenges, and perspectives of integrating the disruptive A-EYE solution for real-time data BIM in Irish construction projects. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with the BIM specialists of an Irish construction company to investigate the data-related challenges to As-built BIM updating. The qualitative data were subjected to thematic analysis to explore their predispositions, expectations, demands, and motivations for utilising real-time data in updating BIM. The research results demonstrated a favourable perspective regarding integrating real-time data sources with BIM, enhancing the efficiency and quality of the As-built BIM development process.
Original languageEnglish
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Sep 2023
EventThe Annual Construction IT Alliance (CitA) Bim Gathering Conference - Dublin, Ireland
Duration: 18 Sep 202320 Sep 2023

Conference

ConferenceThe Annual Construction IT Alliance (CitA) Bim Gathering Conference
Country/TerritoryIreland
CityDublin
Period18/09/2320/09/23

Keywords

  • 3D visualisation
  • Internet of Things
  • real-time data
  • Building Information Models
  • construction workflow efficiency
  • digital representation
  • on-site operations
  • technical challenges
  • operational challenges
  • A-EYE solution
  • As-built BIM
  • thematic analysis

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