TYPICAL CLIENT TYPES
You may be wondering how BIM management services could help you. There are a lot of different companies and types of clients that could benefit from BIM management services. More and more people are using BIM in the design and construction industry because of its increased productivity and for collaboration of projects. Here are some examples of client types that can use BIM management services.
ARCHITECTURE FIRMS
Regardless of the size of your firm, there is an ever increasing demand for BIM management as the construction industry moves in that direction. There are many tasks that require ongoing management to keep the design teams productive. Increased demand of the design teams for deadlines, meetings, and presentations keeps them extremely busy. Having a virtual BIM manager that takes care of the underlying BIM issues and problems means that the design team can focus their time and energy on perfecting the design. The ROI is perceivable when the design teams are able to advance their designs unburdened.
CONSTRUCTION COMPANIES
Even if a construction company has their own Virtual Design and Construction teams for Clash Detection and Scheduling, they still may need assistance and management of their own Revit content. Some construction companies would like representation on the Design Team at early phases of the project and a Virtual BIM Manager can keep their interests alive during the design process.
UNIVERSITIES
Higher Education Institutions have many possible needs for BIM management. They may need help writing an RFP for design work on their campus or need guidance with the BIM deliverable they have received from the Design Team. If the Institution has a campus architect, that person may need help with BIM management. Perhaps an overall view of the campus with linked Revit models is the next stage in coordination and planning. Another helpful tool is a virtual walk-thru of the design model at different stages during the design process, to keep abreast of the ongoing design efforts.
MUNICIPALITIES
Cities and towns have ongoing projects and improvements. They must interface with Design professionals with different collaboration styles on a regular basis. A Virtual BIM Manager can bridge the gap between the city and their hired Design Teams. BIM management can also assist in decisions regarding design standards with regards to the BIM deliverables.
OTHER DESIGN PROFESSIONALS
• Fabricators can often use a hand with conversion of Revit/BIM files to a format they can use for their take-offs and fabrication needs.
• Sole-proprietor designers may need miscellaneous guidance in the world of BIM.
• Kitchen Consultants that want to work collaboratively with their Design Teams.
• Landscape Planning does not have to be in CAD. With some guidance, Revit can be a powerful ally.
• Interior Design Firms are finding BIM a natural progression in their pursuit of designing great spaces.
