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October 23, 2024 44 mins

In the third episode of the four-part series on the National BIM Standard-United States® (NBIMS-US™), host Johnny Fortune is joined by Dr. Ralph Kreider, CEO and Founder of Building Better. They delve into Dr. Kreider’s involvement in the development of the NBIMS-US™, value of BIM Use Definitions (BUD) in project implementation, and importance of tying technology to organizational goals. 

 Key Topics:

  • Linking technology to organizational goals is crucial for successful BIM implementation.
  • Standardization and process re-engineering are necessary to improve productivity in the building industry.
  • NBIMS-US™ V4 includes a comprehensive update to BUD to enable standardization and process improvements.
  • The development of BUD in NBIMS-US™ V4 involved rigorous analysis and input from industry experts.
  • BIM uses define the “why” of BIM implementation, while BIM use cases provide the “how” and the outcome.
  • The industry faces challenges such as time constraints and a labor shortage, but there are opportunities for improvement through technology adoption and process optimization.
  • Continuous improvement is essential for making the industry better as a whole.

 For more information on NBIMS-US™, visit https://www.nibs.org/nbims

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