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Sub-Process (Collapsed)
The diagram does not show the details of the sub-process. A “plus” sign in the shape’s lower-left corner indicates that the activity is a sub-process with a lower level of
Distributed Ledger Technology
Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT) is an encrypted and distributed database that serves as a register for storing records of transactions. At the core of DLT is a data model that
tension between hope and ambiguity
term coined by Deloitte[1], it is a current situation where whilst businesses conceptually understand the significant changes that information Management (IM) and technology may bring, they have divergent agendas and
Residual Current Device (RCD)
AResidual Current Device (RCD) is amechanical switching device or association of devices intended to cause the opening of the contacts when the residual current* attains a given value under specified
Asset Information Requirements (AIR)
Term introduced by ISO 19650 set of standards is related to information required during the operation phase of an asset AIR define managerial, commercial and technical aspects of information production,
Assignment
A request or offer resulting in a Reliable Promise and is ready to be placed on the Weekly Work Plan (WWP) for performance. An assignment must meet the characteristics for
CDE gate
Transition [ISO19650] Transition is used to denote change (in the state of the information container)
System of engagement
The System of Engagement is defined as a platform that manages supported digital engagement, of systems like Browsing, Web Chat, Messaging, videos (Facebook, WhatsApp, TEAMS, ZOOM, Signal, Slack, etc.), various

Document Naming Strategy
DOCUMENT NAMING STRATEGY All information in the PD Revit Template follows PROJECT DESIGN (IO) standards. the For one-page drawing naming strategy, please refer to free download E-5161 OnePage Naming Strategy
specialization relation
relation between kinds of things that relates two concepts whereby the subtype concept is a more specific concept than the supertype concept and has all the aspects that define the

The Museum of the Future
Introduction The idea to connect 3D CAD models with construction programs (4th Dimension) was formulated in 1986-87 when Bechtel collaborated with Hitachi Ltd to develop the 4D visual model[1] The

metadata
ELI5-S1: BIM Basics E6: Metadata explained Understanding Metadata in Building Information Modeling (BIM) Metadata provides critical information about an item’s content, making it easier to locate and work with specific
validation
confirmation, through the provision of objective evidence, that the requirements for a specific intendeduse or application have been fulfilled [SOURCE: BS EN 17412‑1:2020] For example, it is the process of

Insurance Backed Alliancing projects under the IPI model
Introduction Martin Davis member of the New Models of Construction Procurement (NMCP) Working Group and the Integrated Project Insurance (IPI) mentor describes the Integrated Project Insurance model (IPI) coupled up
Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT)
The industrial IoT (IIoT) forms an integral part of Industry 4.0, and smart manufacturing refers to interconnected sensors, and other input/output devices linked to manufacturing applications, supporting industrial automation and
Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA)
RIBA Plan Of Work 2020 0 – Strategic Definition is about determining the best means of achieving the client’s requirements. An open mind is required because a building might not

BIM
Building Information Modelling (BIM)[1] broadly describes the processes employed during digital information management related to a built asset such as a building, bridge, highway or tunnel. ISO 19650 outlines a
area of competence
area of an expert’s […] proficiency and knowledge associated to one or several groups of properties BS EN ISO 23386:2020
Quality Planning (QP)
Quality Planning (QP) is a framework which specifies quality standards, practices, resources, and the sequence of activities The quality plan should define:[1] Objectives to be achieved A workflow that represents
BS ISO 55002:2018
Asset management — Management systems Guidelines for the application of ISO 55001
business process modelling notation (BPMN)
Business Process Modelling Notation (BPMN) is a flow chart method for modelling the steps of a planned business process from beginning to end. It is a critical component of Business

Project Team
All parties appointed for the project are defined as members of the Project Team. Each function can be fulfilled by either an individual or multiple people throughout the course of

change strategy
Concept of change strategy involves identifying objectives, formulating intervention concepts for change, forming and defining success parameters, and implementing strategies. This includes testing the effectiveness of the changes and their
Information Delivery Manual (IDM)
information delivery manual (IDM) Documentation that captures the business process and specifies in detail the information that a user performing a particular role is required to provide at a particular
BS EN ISO 29481-1:2017
Building information models – Information delivery manual Part 1: Methodology and format
People
An element of a BIM strategy which is often overlooked. Clear communication is required as to why and how you intend to implement BIM and gain support by engaging BIM
Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design
An internationally recognized green building certification system confirms the level of the sustainability performance of an asset. Confirming the level at which the asset was designed and built using strategies
Post-appointment BEP
Post-appointment BEP confirms and defines the delivery team’s approach to information management in the appointed project. It is a BIM Execution Plan (BEP) which shall be re-submitted by the Lead
Appointed party
The appointed party term introduced in BS EN ISO 19650 it is meant to replace PAS 1192 term ‘Supplier’ Typically it means Tier 2 and below Contractors Who can become
Globally Unique Identifier (GUID)
globally unique identifier (GUID) its a unique object identifier that guarantees its uniqueness throughout its entire life unique, the identifier is usually generated using an algorithm a unique identifier generated
Key Performance Indicator (KPI)
KPI is an abbreviation for key performance indicator, which is a quantifiable measure of performance over time for a specific goal. KPIs provide goals for teams to aim for, milestones
promotor
algorithm that generates an interaction schema from an interaction framework, interaction framework schema, and templates file as input [1] 1 Online Browsing Platform (OBP) [WWW Document], n.d. URL https://www.iso.org/obp/ui#search (accessed

BIM Levels
The transition from the BIM Levels to the concepts in the ISO 19650 series and the UK BIM Framework represents a shift in how we think about BIM maturity. However,
diffusion
a process by which an innovation is communicated through certain channels over time among the members of a social system E.M. Rogers, Diffusion of Innovations, Free Press, New York, 1995.
property
inherent or acquired feature of an item[SOURCE: BS ISO 6707-1:2017, 3.7.1.3] NOTE Examples include thermal efficiency, heat flow, sound reduction index and acoustic power level.PAS 14191:2020
Appointee
UK BIM Alliance responding to the inconsistency between current guidance of CIC BIM Protocol, Second Edition 2018 and ISO 19650 Framework published updated Information protocol to support BS EN
BIMwash
The term BIMwash is derived from Whitewash, “a cheap white paint or coating of chalked lime used to quickly give a uniform clean appearance to a wide variety of surfaces”. Metaphorically, to

coordination
Coordination goes beyond orderly task execution, it transforms individual perspectives into shared, community-wide actions. It’s not just a subset of collaboration; it’s the engine that makes collaboration more than a patchwork of solo efforts.
Committee
This could be: a Technical Committee (TC), which develops standards in a certain sector or industry; a Subcommittee (SC), which addresses a specialized area within a TC; a Project Committee
Project delivery team
In respect of asset lifetime PAS 1192-2:2013, describes one project delivery team, the term is connected with word ‘contract’ meaning one or many companies or individuals employed either directly or
BIM Strategic Lead
Responsible for project strategic direction from the tender stage, guides project set up and advises on the project when needed. Typical Lead Appointed Party BIM staff duties include: Development of

federation strategy
ELI5-S1: BIM Basics E4: Federation Strategy Explained The purpose of the federation strategy and the Information Container (model) breakdown structure is to help plan the production of information by separate
BS ISO 21500:2012
Guidance on project management ISO 21500 describes guidelines for managing projects and processes in project management, including standards, methods, and processes. The standard is intended to align with related international
Ze
That part of the earth fault loop impedance which is external to the circuit under consideration. For the supply cable it will be the impedance external to the installation. For

Cutting Geometry with Nested Void Families in Revit
1. Generic Host in the Face-Based Family When you are in the face-based family, create void, and Cut the Generic Host This setup essentially simulates the cutting action within the
Intermediate Event (Message/Throwing)
A message intermediate event can be used to both send and receive messages. The event marker must be filled when used to “throw” the message (see the upper figure on








