Listen "Demystifying BIM: Enhancing Building Documentation and Sustainability"
Episode Synopsis
Welcome to the latest episode of the Engineering Influence Podcast from the American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC). Host Allison Schneider is joined by Joe Romano, Principal and Vice President at Langan, and John Russo, Founder and Board Member Emeritus of the U.S. Institute of Building Documentation (USIBD).
This episode delves into the upcoming ACEC education session titled "BIM Demystified." Joe and John share insights about the Coalition of Professional Surveyors (COPS) and the critical role of building documentation in design, construction, and maintenance. Learn about key initiatives like the level of accuracy specification and the importance of accurate building data in promoting sustainability.
Discover the significance of having standards in building documentation, the challenges of working with existing conditions, and the concept of digital twins. The session will cover methods of data collection, representation, and how BIM can streamline building lifecycle management.
Don't miss this enlightening discussion aimed at owners, architects, engineers, surveyors, and anyone interested in BIM and building documentation. Tune in to understand how these practices can lead to more efficient and sustainable building management.
This episode delves into the upcoming ACEC education session titled "BIM Demystified." Joe and John share insights about the Coalition of Professional Surveyors (COPS) and the critical role of building documentation in design, construction, and maintenance. Learn about key initiatives like the level of accuracy specification and the importance of accurate building data in promoting sustainability.
Discover the significance of having standards in building documentation, the challenges of working with existing conditions, and the concept of digital twins. The session will cover methods of data collection, representation, and how BIM can streamline building lifecycle management.
Don't miss this enlightening discussion aimed at owners, architects, engineers, surveyors, and anyone interested in BIM and building documentation. Tune in to understand how these practices can lead to more efficient and sustainable building management.
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