Session 2.5
Bridging the knowledge gap between BIM and people
Synopsis:
In this presentation I’d like to share some of the things I’ve learnt on my journey as a BIM geek, enthusiastically trying to inspire and lead the non-techies around me to come along for the ride; and I’ll take you through our BIM skill development strategy at BVN, where we’re attempting to bridge the BIM technical gap between our Architects and our BIM strategic goals.
Learning Objectives:
1. Learn to communicate technical processes to the non-technical individual
2. Understand how to establish a learning strategy that aligns with your BIM goals
3. Get insight into BVN’s strategy to develop a culture of learning in the BIM space
Body:
There is a tension we live with because “we” as BIM managers or Design Technology enthusiasts geek out about automation and data and efficient processes – yet we support professionals whose focus lie elsewhere. The frustration is real – how do we communicate the vital importance of avoiding filled regions or putting data into parameters when these concepts are not priorities to the primary users of our processes.
I have a passion for problem solving as well as for working with people. And my experience has shown that realising good BIM practices is more about the people involved than about the technical processes. We can develop the most sophisticated workflows but if we cannot get buy-in from our teams we end up reverting to the way we have always done things.
The culture at BVN makes this an interesting challenge because we value creativity and collaboration. This inventive nature coupled with being a large firm, means establishing fixed standards across the board is challenging.
In this presentation I’d like to share some of the things I’ve learnt on my journey as a BIM geek, enthusiastically trying to inspire and lead the non-techies around me to come along for the ride; and I’ll take you through our BIM skill development strategy at BVN, where we’re attempting to bridge the BIM technical gap between our Architects and our BIM strategic goals.