Construction companies internationally including Singapore are using BIM extensively, not only during design phase but also construction phase
Companies are reaping the benefit of low hanging fruits - BIM 3D, and are embracing and adopting 4D and 5D BIM now
Following are applications of BIM in construction planning
Site utilisation
safety planning
logistics
materials planning and management
identify time-based clashes
Virtual Mock-ups
BIM 4D = 3D +
Benefits of doing BIM 4D:
Improved site use planning and coordination
Improved constructability and safety issue identification
Greatly improve ability to monitor actual progress vs. planned progress and to identify and resolve issues more quickly, thereby reducing claims
Enhanced visualization and better communication of work through actual simulation
To ensure buildings are designed to be sustainable
