Owner's Proactive BIM Approach

Last week,Sam Neider and I presented at the e-Builder conference on how important it is for the Owners to be proactive in the BIM process to maximize the BIM benefits on their projects.  The following are the top three points of the presentation.

1. Oner must take the lead in the BIM process if he or she wants to maximize the benefits of BIM during construction and facilities management.
2. BIM Execution Plan is critical to organizing the BIM process early during the design process.
3. Owner should require their PMIS to be used for updating and sharing the models is developed by the A/E and contractor.. 

e-Builder did a fantastic job with the conference and they continue to improve the Owner's PMIS by pushing for new enhancements that help the Owners with managing their construction projects.  The link to the folder is provided below if you would like a copy of the presentation.

BIM Presentation at e-Builder Conference 2011