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Mistakes to Avoid in AEC Outsourcing: Solutions & Alternatives

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In the competitive landscape of the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction industry, firms are racing toward finding ways to enhance cost-effectiveness, efficiency, and productivity for their projects. One such strategy that has gained traction is outsourcing. As per  research and market reports , the global market for outsourcing services is expected to expand at a compound annual growth rate(CAGR) of 5.54% during the forecast period 2020–2027, leading to a total market size of US$904.948 billion by 2027. Why AEC Firms Often Dislike Outsourcing: Key Reasons Explained Absence of Direct Oversight: Outsourcing Projects and tasks might cause difficulty in maintaining the same level of quality control as the office team. It is concerning for the AEC firms that the outsourced team might not adhere to the elucidated specifications and quality standards specified by the clients. Inconsistent Standards and Guidelines: The standards and guidelines vary for different firms for various p...

Level of Development (LOD) in BIM: a Detailed Overview

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It provides a streamlined workflow and facilitates proper coordination amongst the project team members. The Level of Development in BIM further simplifies the working process through various levels and results in an execution rooted in standards. Origin of Level of Development (LOD) Level of Development (LOD) was first introduced in 2008 by the American Institute of Architects(AIA); the concept was already in use. It defined the five different levels of development to elaborate the stages of detailing in BIM. Vico Software  — a construction analysis software company, first used a system similar to LOD, associating the digital models with the project cost. All the parameters and details related to the digital model were made accessible to everyone by the company at different stages of the design process. What is the Level of development (LOD)? Level of Development (LOD) is a set of standards devised for Architectural, Engineering and Construction professionals. It provides the evol...

Everything You Need to Know About Scan to BIM

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  You’re probably well-versed with the term BIM and how it constructs a virtual model of your design to create a detailed process that maps every stage from design to execution. The advancement in technology has introduced another working technique to convert an existing structure into a precise virtual model Scan to BIM. Let’ s explore more on  scan to BIM services  and understand the process that goes behind it. www.virtualbuildingstudio.com What is Scan to BIM? As designers have mastered the art of model making using BIM, the next breakthrough had to be the as-built models for existing structures. Laser scanning in construction enables the capturing and scanning in 3D of existing projects. The information gathered by the scanners is then used to construct a virtual model of the same. This digitized data can then be used for monitoring or redevelopment of the project. Why is Laser Scanning in Construction Important? Scan to BIM services has a potential for growth in the...