BIM, LEAN Construction, and a Common Data Environment (CDE)

BIM, LEAN Construction, and a Common Data Environment (CDE)

BIM, LEAN Construction, and a Common Data Environment (CDE) are all core elements to improving collaboration, productivity, quality, and overall satisfaction.

Definition of the roles and responsibilities of team members, with respect to CDE, throughout the life-cycle of a built structure… from Planning, to Design, Project Delivery, Operations & Maintenance, to Decommissioning/Recycling, and its integral relationship with LEAN Construction Delivery methodology are key requirements.  This is done within the project delivery Operations Manual or Execution Manual, a component of the overall project contract.   Learn more…2017 BIM, LEAN Construction, and a Common Data Environment (CDE).

One of the most important elements of a CDE is the detailed line item construction cost data architecture and associated construction cost research methodology.  These a compiled within a Unit Price Book, UPB, an used for establishing and maintaining construction, renovation, repair, and maintenance costs.  The format and content of the UPB is very important to assuring financial transparency for the real property owner / facilities management, building uses, and service providers.