BIM
Tom Boland , Global Head of Digitalisation at Zutec
“ Field BIM is also a game-changer in terms of coordination on projects ,” says Boland . “ Quality inspections , compliance reporting and machinery delivery timings can all be coordinated by site managers using smartphones or tablets .”
A Field BIM platform or app will typically include access to 3D BIM models , a document library for all assets on the build , checklists for QA / QC , a site diary and digital forms . When it comes to snagging , there is functionality for live ‘ issue creation ’ and tracking of the necessary work to the point of sign off – all in the field . In some cases , this can even be done without an Internet connection . For example , quality and compliance-related checklists can be created on-site using an app such as Zutec Field .
As for visibility , the main professionals involved in a project will be able to clearly assess fundamental aspects of a build , carry out inspections and hand over huge amounts of important asset information to the owner when the build is complete .
During the build , teams can view realtime data , update status information , and mark up the project ’ s 3D model in the field . 4D progress tracking is also possible , allowing a team to monitor a façade installation in line with scheduling data , for example . This way , stakeholders have a detailed overview of the entire process and stay on top of everything that happens , or is about to happen , on-site .
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