NOVEMBER 2022CONSTRUCTIONBUSINESSREVIEW.COM8IN MYOPINIONTo use a now common turn of phrase, we are living in unprecedented times. Whilst this has brought numerous challenges in all aspects of our lives, it has also led undeniably to an acceleration in the adoption of technology. Without the use of office facilities or face-to-face meetings, those hesitant to use video conferencing and electronic data exchange have been forced to make use of technology and digitisation to continue to work effectively. However, whilst technology and digitization are now more at the forefront of minds, this technology revolution has been coming for a number of years in the construction industry as we move progressively towards Construction 4.0. Arguably, one of the major catalysts for this has been the ongoing adoption of BIM, mandated by the UK Government's 2011 Construction Strategy. The standards and processes emerging as a result of that strategy have been adopted or used as examples for similar efforts worldwide. Finally, leading to the introduction of the international digital information management standards, ISO19650, which are not just about BIM and 3D modelling but about information management for all digital data regardless of source, for example, robotics, modular construction, or 3D printing. Indeed, we at Buro Happold now provide separate information management services to clients, who realize the importance of getting the data and digital processes right to reduce risk and ensure they get the deliverables they intended. Even the Government's recent Construction Playbook places significant emphasis on BIM, progressing the recommendation of the 2019 Hackitt Report. The Playbook states that contraction authorities, contractors, and suppliers "should use the UK BIM Framework." The UK BIM Framework is the overarching approach to implementing BIM in the UK, compliant with the ISO19650 standards, and the documents forming the Framework are the result TECHNOLOGY & DIGITISATION IN THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY: HOW WE TACKLE THE CHALLENGES THEY BRINGBy May Winfield, Head of Commercial & Legal: Cities & Digital, Buro HappoldMay Winfield
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