Cost savings in asset maintenance represent over three fifths of the total estimated BIM benefits
PwC BIM report, 2018

 

Building information modelling (BIM) promotes collaborative working, allowing digital management and sharing of information by all partners from building design through to construction and operation. The information within BIM allows better-informed decision-making, clarity, improved communication and, overall, better business outcomes.

The rich 3D models allow maintenance engineers to see a virtual map of the asset and its location, together with all service history and specification, and contract information in advance of a maintenance visit, thereby reducing repeat visits and improving response times. It also reduces disruption for the client.

Service Works Global’s QFM software offers a complete BIM solution, providing everything from 3D modelling and laser scanning to create BIM data from existing buildings, through to integration of BIM data into our CAFM software.

Information which is not relevant for FM, such as architectural and structural detail is not captured, whilst essential data, including equipment lists, manuals, warranties, and spare parts, is automatically recorded in QFM to enable the creation and ongoing management of efficient maintenance schedules from inception. If a change is made to asset information within QFM, the two-way interface pushes this update back to the BIM model to retain a current and accurate picture of a building and its components.

QFM’s two-way integration removes the requirement for any CAD or design software knowledge, and information does not need to be keyed into multiple systems.

QFM BIM tools include:

  • 3D modelling
  • 3D laser scanning
  • COBie (Construction Operations Building Information Exchange) data import
  • Space management tools
  • Asset management

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