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United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE)
The United States Army Corps of Engineers is an engineer formation of the United States Army that has three primary mission areas: engineer regiment, military construction, and civil works.
geometrical
This is an ISO 19650 term which replaces the PAS1192 term “graphical”. Geometrical is more appropriate to describe spatial positioning and relationships
System of systems
A system of systems is a collection of many different systems, each with its own characteristics. [1] System theory assumes that certain underlying concepts and principles are applicable to different
Project Committee (PC)
a Project Committee (PC), which is created to develop one standard, after which it is disbanded. https://www.iso.org/glossary.html
Project Information Requirements (PIR)
Project Information Requirements (PIR) its a BS EN ISO 19650 term introduced to replace the PAS 1192 term Plain language questions (PLQ) PLQ and PIR are both expressions of the
blockchain
The blockchain is a transaction database shared by all nodes involved in the system based on the Bitcoin protocol. It is a data structure consisting of linked blocks (e.g. confirmed
Plain Language Questions (PLQ)
The publication of ISO 19650 set of standards replaces use of PLQ and instead introduce the term with exchange information requirements (EIR) and project information requirements (PIR). Project information requirements
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
Waste
The opposite of value. There are eight basic types of waste: motion waiting transportation of goods over-processing under utilization overproduction inventory defects [1] [1] The Massachusetts Port Authority, 2015. BIM
data aggregation
Data aggregation refers to a process that involves gathering information and expressing it in summary form for statistical analysis or other purposes. In many cases, data aggregation is exclusively done
Handover
After the project is completed, the Appointing Party expects to receive Asset Information Model (AIM) compliant with the Exchange Information Requirements (EIR). The aim is to support the life
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
Project Implementation Plan (PIP)
The Project Implementation Plan (PIP) it is a PAS 1192 term that should assist in establishing of the supply chain’s capability. In summary, it consists of the supplier’s: BIM assessment
Electric Vehicle Charging Points
Active charging points are fully wired and connected, ready-to-use charging points.
A passive charging point, on the other hand, is the infrastructure without the final charging unit installed.
BS EN ISO 9001:2015
Quality management systems Requirements ISO 9001 is a set of quality management principles defined by various criteria and standards. It outlines the importance of defining a quality management system (QMS)
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
End Event (Message)
At the end of the process, this type of end indicates that a message is sent to a participant.[1] Symbol N Method and Style: A levels-based methodology for BPM process
Electrical & Mechanical Equipment Access and Maintenance
Electrical & Mechanical Equipment: Access & Maintenance (UK) “All controlgear shall be mounted so as to facilitate its operation and maintenance. Where a special tool is necessary to adjust, maintain,
Contract
Appointment ISO 19650 introduce term Appointment to be used instead of the more generic term contract. This means one term can be used for both external contracts and internal work
The Level of and Progression Management systems
The ISO 19650 set of standards introduces a new term: ‘Level of information need’ which is designed to replace the terms used in BS EN 1192 such as Level of
Target Value Design
Target Value Designs (TVD) focus is on reducing the cost of a project without reducing the quality of the end product or extending the timetable. The team sets a cost
BS ISO 44001:2017
Collaborative business relationship management systems Requirements and framework
Industry 4.0
Industry 4.0 is more than just manufacturing. Smart, connected technologies transform how we design, manufacture, use and maintain parts, products, and entire buildings. The interconnected technology also changes the way
x-ref
The term “X-ref” is commonly used as an abbreviation for “External Reference” in various technical and engineering fields, including construction, Building Information Modeling (BIM), and computer-aided design (CAD). Here’s a
Appointing party
Appointing party term introduced in BS EN ISO 19650 it is meant to replace PAS 1192 term ‘Employer’ ISO 19650 term depends on where in the hierarchy the employer is
Project Template_RVT_2024
Revit Electrical Project Template 2024 v24.1.1 Template For: Electrical Engineers, Bim Managers, Electrical Designers Setup: Typically 2–4 hours — quicker for experienced users. View Details Technical Details Released: Jul 24,
LTF_Lighting-Fixture Rectangular
LTF_Lighting Fixture_Generic Rectangular Light v22.1.3 Family For: Electrical Engineers, Bim Managers, Electrical Designers Setup: 10-30 minutes View Details Technical Details Released: Feb 2, 2025 Updated: Jul 5, 2025 Regional Variants:
Information Controller
Responsible for setup and management of the Common Data Environment (CDE), document submission, RFI and other project document transactions. [Appointment: Lead Appointed Party Information Controller, site-based/office based.] [source] PDE 4301
BIM Stages
ELI5-S1:BIM Basics: E13_Understanding BIM Stages Understanding BIM Stages: Transitioning from BIM Levels to a Modern Framework In the world of Building Information Modeling (BIM), we often come across terms like
Information Maturity
a current state of development of an organisation to utilise information in an advanced strategic manner to increase productivity, measured against an assumed optimal state
Voorwaarden scheppen voor Invoeren Standaardisatie ICT in de Infrastructuur-sector (VISI)
VISI acronym for Dutch standard for communication between partners in construction projects translates as Creating conditions for the implementation of ICT standardization for the construction industry [1] 1 Online Browsing
Design Build
A contract type used in construction, typical characteristics: There is a single contract for design services and construction services; design and construction of the project may be in sequential phases
Strategic Objectives of BEP
Objectives of BEP shall be allignwed with Exchange Information Requirements (EIR), an example of Strategic Objectives for a project have been listed below: Meet Level 2 BIM compliance, in accordance
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
data
ELI5-S1 BIM Basics E18_data Understanding Data in BIM: The Foundation of Smart Asset Management When we think about Building Information Modeling (BIM), it’s easy to get lost in the complexity
Assignment matrix
Responsibility matrix [ISO19650] In ISO 19650 there is a principle to develop responsibility matrices to cover information management activities and information delivery. Responsibility matrix [PAS1192] The former is illustrated as
Consumer Unit
Atype of single-phase board for the control and distribution of electrical energy, principally in domestic premises. In the ProDesign software,a consumer unit (CU) can be split into three sections,each with
BS EN ISO 19650-3:2020
Organization and digitization of information about buildings and civil engineering works, including building information modelling (BIM) – Information management using building information modelling Part 3: Operational phase of the assets
BS 8536-1:2015
Briefing for design and construction Part 1: Code of practice for facilities management (Buildings infrastructure)
Lane
A lane is a sub-partition within a process (often within a pool) that runs the length of the process level, either vertically or horizontally. Lanes are frequently used for internal
Cyber-Physical Systems
Systems that include integrations of computation, networking, and physical processes with feedback loops where physical processes affect computations and vice versa4. An example of a Cyber-Physical System is a Digital
Start Event
A start event specifies where a process will begin. Start events can only react when a trigger is “caught.” Symbol 9). BPMN Method and Style: A levels-based methodology for BPM
security breach
infraction or violation of security (3.7) [1] 1 Online Browsing Platform (OBP) [WWW Document], n.d. URL https://www.iso.org/obp/ui#search (accessed 4.10.21).
Ambient temperature rating factor (Ca)
Ambient temperature rating factor used for calculating theminimum required cable size. For cables installed in air, values for this factor are given in BS7671:2018 Table4B1.For ground installations, values are given
plan of work
It is a project-specific “digitally checkable” framework set-up to ensure that the deliverables of all contributors are identified and appropriate to the decisions required at each work stage. The plan
rationalise
In construction, to rationalise is to attempt to remove, explain or justify irrational quantities, processes or systems or else adjust unreasonable design decisions by employing logic or reason, (behaviour, attitude),
delivery phase
part of the life cycle (3.2.10), during which an asset (3.2.8) is designed, constructed and commissioned [cited from ISO 19650-1:2018(en), 3.2.11] ISO 19650-2:2018 Standard dedicated to the delivery phase
Unified Modelling Language (UML)
language to provide system (3.13) architects, software engineers, and software developers with toolsfor analysis, design, and implementation of software-based systems as well as for modelling businessand similar processesNote 1 to
BIM Execution Plan (BEP)
The purpose of the BIM Execution Plan (BEP) is to clearly define the actions required of each member of the project team in order to successfully deliver the BIM workflows
Spacial Asset
A spacial asset can be defined as a specific location such as a zone, boundary, area, floor or room with a known location and extents.For most businesses, spacial assets usually
