BIM (Building Information Management) & VDC (Virtual Design & Construction) tools are the latest developments to simulate the design, construction and operation of a facility. Visualization of the virtual project leads to better decision making, more efficient and sustainable designs, greater accuracy in budgeting and estimation, superior coordination and planning.

As the design progresses, the data is continuously layered into the model by the collaborative team of designers, consultants, and design supervising contractors. This creates a combined virtual model of the project. Design coordination is performed virtually, with each update improving the level of understanding among the project team and all stakeholders. Conflict identification and resolution is routinely performed at key stages of the design process to avoid costly delays during construction.

The models developed through this process are data-rich digital representations of the project. These models enable the entire project team and all project stakeholders to collect and analyze information to make more informed decisions and implement improved processes.

BIm & VDC require an effort at the beginning of the construction process. Later in the build process, the benefits of BIM and VDC are realized through maximum efficiency, reduced failure costs and increased productivity through workflow sequencing and coordination.