BIM Libraries
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TitleDateResource TypeAIA Integrated Project Delivery2010GuideThe Associated General Contractors (AGC) of America--The Contractors' Guide to BIM (PDF 443 KB)AGC provides guidance for contractors on BIM implementation.
2006GuideBIM Handbook: A Guide to Building Information Modeling for Owners, Managers, Designers, Engineers and Contractors, 2nd Edition. Eastman, Charles M., Paul Teicholz, Rafael Sacks, and Kathleen Liston2011BookBuilding Information Modeling, A Strategic Implementation Guide. Smith, Dana K. and Michael Tardif. (Wiley)With this strategic guide to building information modeling (BIM), you'll learn how to implement this new technology as part of a comprehensive systems approach to the design, construction, management, operation, maintenance, and use of buildings.
2009BookBuilding Product Models: Computer Environments, Supporting Design and Construction, Eastman, Charles M.1999BookBuilding SIMPLE: Building an Information Model, Fukai, Dennis, Insightbuilders.A primer for those trying to get their arms around the basic concept but does not take you far enough of where BIM can go and is primarily oriented toward construction contractors.
2006BookCIMsteel Integration Standards Release 2: Second Edition (2003)These documents define how data is represented, shared, and managed between the myriad of software applications used in the structural steelwork industry.
2003StandardConstruction Operations Building Information Exchange (COBIE) Project2009Standard"Evaluating the Impact of BIM on Construction" (PDF 241 KB), Suermann, P. and Issa, R.Proceedings of the 7th International Conference on Construction Applications of Virtual Reality, State College, Pennsylvania
2007 "Exchanging Partial BIM Information through a Cloud-Based Service" (PDF 1 MB), Redmond, A. and Smith, B.2011White Paper ReportField BIM: Meadowlands Case StudySkanska Uses Field BIM Solution to Save $1 Million on the New Meadowlands Stadium
ArticleFuture-Proofing BIM (PDF 261 KB)A white paper presented by Dell and BD+C on creating a robust environment for successful Building Information Modeling
2011White Paper/Report"GCR 04-867 Cost Analysis of Inadequate Interoperability in the U.S. Capital Facilities Industry" (PDF 1.5 MB), National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)2004White Paper ReportIFC Model (PDF 1.3 MB)2010StandardIndiana University's BIM Proficiency Guide Guide"Integration of BIM and Business Strategy" (PDF 504 KB), Harris, Joe Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, McCormick School of Engineering and Applied Science, Northwestern University, Evanston, IL.BIM is the newest technological innovation in the construction industry, and companies are trying to adopt the best practices of this new technology. The industry is moving towards better implementation of BIM technologies. Best Practice for the implementation of Building Information Modeling include: the integration of the project team, leveraging the current capabilities of BIM, and moving forward with an open mind.
2010White Paper ReportJournal of Building Information Modeling (JBIM)This twice-yearly publication provides articles of interest to the community. A live version with web content is being planned to augment the current product.
2010Journal/MagazineMcGraw-Hill SmartMarket ReportsProvides current, relevant intelligence about specific markets that offer significant opportunities for design and construction firms.
2010White Paper/Report"Modeling Rules" Campbell, Dace A.Architecture Week, As we leave the 20th century behind, we must discover, refine, and implement new tools, new roles, and new practices to unify the fragmented AEC industry and efficiently cope with the complexities of today's intricate business and legal climate.
2006ArticleNational Academies' Federal Facilities Council--Government/Industry ForumPanel of industry experts on BIM Agency wide actions, BIM: Grass roots experiences, BIM : Pushing standards to the edge
2006PresentationNISTIR 7417 General Buildings Information Handover Guide: Principles, Methodology and Case Studies (PDF 1.4 MB). National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)2007BookPenn State Implementation Guide Guide
2006GuideBIM Handbook: A Guide to Building Information Modeling for Owners, Managers, Designers, Engineers and Contractors, 2nd Edition. Eastman, Charles M., Paul Teicholz, Rafael Sacks, and Kathleen Liston2011BookBuilding Information Modeling, A Strategic Implementation Guide. Smith, Dana K. and Michael Tardif. (Wiley)With this strategic guide to building information modeling (BIM), you'll learn how to implement this new technology as part of a comprehensive systems approach to the design, construction, management, operation, maintenance, and use of buildings.
2009BookBuilding Product Models: Computer Environments, Supporting Design and Construction, Eastman, Charles M.1999BookBuilding SIMPLE: Building an Information Model, Fukai, Dennis, Insightbuilders.A primer for those trying to get their arms around the basic concept but does not take you far enough of where BIM can go and is primarily oriented toward construction contractors.
2006BookCIMsteel Integration Standards Release 2: Second Edition (2003)These documents define how data is represented, shared, and managed between the myriad of software applications used in the structural steelwork industry.
2003StandardConstruction Operations Building Information Exchange (COBIE) Project2009Standard"Evaluating the Impact of BIM on Construction" (PDF 241 KB), Suermann, P. and Issa, R.Proceedings of the 7th International Conference on Construction Applications of Virtual Reality, State College, Pennsylvania
2007 "Exchanging Partial BIM Information through a Cloud-Based Service" (PDF 1 MB), Redmond, A. and Smith, B.2011White Paper ReportField BIM: Meadowlands Case StudySkanska Uses Field BIM Solution to Save $1 Million on the New Meadowlands Stadium
ArticleFuture-Proofing BIM (PDF 261 KB)A white paper presented by Dell and BD+C on creating a robust environment for successful Building Information Modeling
2011White Paper/Report"GCR 04-867 Cost Analysis of Inadequate Interoperability in the U.S. Capital Facilities Industry" (PDF 1.5 MB), National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)2004White Paper ReportIFC Model (PDF 1.3 MB)2010StandardIndiana University's BIM Proficiency Guide Guide"Integration of BIM and Business Strategy" (PDF 504 KB), Harris, Joe Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, McCormick School of Engineering and Applied Science, Northwestern University, Evanston, IL.BIM is the newest technological innovation in the construction industry, and companies are trying to adopt the best practices of this new technology. The industry is moving towards better implementation of BIM technologies. Best Practice for the implementation of Building Information Modeling include: the integration of the project team, leveraging the current capabilities of BIM, and moving forward with an open mind.
2010White Paper ReportJournal of Building Information Modeling (JBIM)This twice-yearly publication provides articles of interest to the community. A live version with web content is being planned to augment the current product.
2010Journal/MagazineMcGraw-Hill SmartMarket ReportsProvides current, relevant intelligence about specific markets that offer significant opportunities for design and construction firms.
2010White Paper/Report"Modeling Rules" Campbell, Dace A.Architecture Week, As we leave the 20th century behind, we must discover, refine, and implement new tools, new roles, and new practices to unify the fragmented AEC industry and efficiently cope with the complexities of today's intricate business and legal climate.
2006ArticleNational Academies' Federal Facilities Council--Government/Industry ForumPanel of industry experts on BIM Agency wide actions, BIM: Grass roots experiences, BIM : Pushing standards to the edge
2006PresentationNISTIR 7417 General Buildings Information Handover Guide: Principles, Methodology and Case Studies (PDF 1.4 MB). National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)2007BookPenn State Implementation Guide Guide