Building Information Modelling Benefits-Maturity Relationship from Client Perspective

Abstract

Much work has focused on improving construction productivity including the use of information and communication technology (ICT) in construction. In particular, Building Information Modelling (BIM) could revolutionise the project process. Also, it is considered by the different construction industry stakeholders as a main driver towards them gaining a considerable savings in project costs. Clients can play a vital role in the implementation process of such technologies but still there is a lack of understanding as to where during the project lifecycle BIM can provide benefits to the client. In this article a new conceptual framework will represent the relationship between BIM application benefits and the client organisation maturity levels. This framework will help the clients to fully understand and monitor the BIM benefits through project life cycle.

Keywords: Client, BIM, Applications, Benefits, Maturity Levels.