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data dictionary
centralized repository of information about data such as meaning, relationships to other data, origin, usage and formatNote 1 to entry: The definition is from IBM Dictionary of Computing BS EN
2022-07-24
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Employer’s Information Requirements (EIR)
The PAS 1192 term Employer Information Requirements (EIR) has been replaced by Exchange Information Requirements (EIR) on projects where ISO 19650 standards are applicable. Employer’s information requirements (EIR) also use
2022-07-27
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NWD
NWD designates the published version of a Navisworks file with all loaded models, viewpoints, redlines, and comments saved to a single file. This file type can be opened with any
2022-07-11
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Navisworks file format (NWF)
When saving to a “Navisworks file format (NWF), only a list with pointers to the files currently loaded is saved, along with the scene’s environment, the current view, clash results,
2022-07-11
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actor
person, organization or organizational unit involved in a construction process [cited from ISO 19650-1:2018(en), 3.2.1]
2022-07-24
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Dictionary
Archive
History of project information, such that any non-current published information in the published area should move into this area. New parties to the project will receive an invitation to join
2022-07-04
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NWC
NWC is a cache file. “When you open a CAD file in Navisworks, by default, a corresponding cache file (NWC) is created, which contains all of the conversion details required
2022-07-11
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Supporting Information
Supporting information shall be used where applicable and relevant to fully understand and evaluate information requirements or acceptance criteria. Supporting information includes but is not limited to: Existing site surveys
2022-07-11
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Management of duplicates
The procedure to remove duplicate properties shall be carried out on the relevant attributes. The management of duplicates cannot be fully automated. BS EN ISO 23386:2020
2022-07-24
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Sequence Flow (Normal or Uncontrolled)
A sequence flow is used to show the order in which activities in a process or choreography will be performed.[1] Symbol 1] Silver, B. (2009). BPMN Method and Style: A
2022-07-04
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Dictionary
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
2023-12-05
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interaction framework schema
a formal description of the rules with which an interaction framework must comply[1] 1 Online Browsing Platform (OBP) [WWW Document], n.d. URL https://www.iso.org/obp/ui#search (accessed 4.10.21).
2022-07-11
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2022-07-27
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Information delivery cycle
It is a term introduced first in PAS 1192 and updated in ISO 19650 framework, it depicts the process of specifying and delivery of project and asset information summarised in
2022-07-27
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TN system
A system having one or more points of the source of energy directly earthed, the exposedconductive-parts of the installation being connected to that point by protective conductors.
2023-02-05
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Dictionary
ISO 19650 Framework
The ISO 19650 framework is generally aimed for information management. The individual standards do not cover the whole area of quality management but instead point out to other standards suggesting
2022-07-15
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Blog
BS EN ISO 19650-2 UK National Annex (NA) 2021 status and use reference table
Status Code Used For Action by Information State (at any project stage): Work in progress (WIP) S0 Information developed within a task team [C], [B]* Information State (at any project
2021-08-07
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Resources
In the context of project management, the resources refer to optimizing the use of resources for successful project execution and the management of resources in the project. [1] Therefore, the
2022-07-04
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National BIM Standard
National BIM Standard (NBIMS) – United States Version 2 is sponsored by National Institute of Building Sciences (NIBS) under its BuildingSMART Alliance Council. [1] [1] The Massachusetts Port Authority, 2015.
2022-07-11
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Dictionary
VEAM connector
VEAM connectors refer to a specific type of electrical bayonet type connectors known for their robustness and reliability in harsh environmental conditions. These connectors are commonly used in various industries,
2024-01-11
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Risk management
Risk management provides an overview of using risk analysis as an organized method for identifying and measuring risks. How to effectively assemble and manage a project team and effectively assemble
2022-07-04
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Builders work in connection (BWIC)
Coordination of Builders work in connection to services i.e. openings in walls or floors for MEP Services It is anticipated that as a minimum, all builders work openings of 50x50mm
2022-07-04
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Wiring in Protected Escape Route
Compliance with fire safety regulations in Firefighting Cores directly affects life safety and emergency response. This guide will help you meet the latest fire performance standards.
2025-02-17
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Budget
The tender response for designing, constructing and operating the existing building and the additional extension shall include the project budget’s bid documentation. The budget must incorporate the total amount of
2022-07-04
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Level of information (LOI)
The term used in relation to management of the progression and uses of information. There is general confusion with the use of the term, due to range of other interrelated
2022-07-27
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Trigger Event
Trigger Events are the occurrences during the life of an asset that causes new or updated information to be required.There are two types of trigger event: Foreseen – planned for
2022-07-11
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Classification and Standardisation
Sensitive Information
ELI5-S1 BIM Basics E16_Sensitive Information information, the loss, misuse or modification of which, or unauthorized access to, could:(a) adversely affect the privacy, welfare or safety of an individual or individuals;(b)
2022-07-11
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Dictionary
Work in Progress (WIP)
A supply-chain management term describing partially finished information awaiting completion. In other words, the Information model is not to be used by any other project party. Before progression onto the next
2022-07-11
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Intermediate Event (Link/Catching)
Paired link events can also be used as “off-page connectors” in order to print a process across multiple pages. Within the process level, they can also be used as generic
2022-07-04
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BS ISO 22263:2008
Organization of information about construction works Framework for management of project information
2022-07-24
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Common Data Environment (CDE)
single source of truth
In AEC industry with reference to information systems management, the single source of truth refers to Common Data Environment (CDE) The single source of truth is a method of structuring
2022-07-15
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Capital delivery phase
Delivery phase [ISO1950] Delivery phase is a simplification of capital/delivery phase without making any assumption about how the project funding is being treated in financial accounting
2022-07-27
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Physical Asset
A physical asset is an item of economic, commercial, or exchange value that has a material existence.Physical assets are also known as tangible assets.For most businesses, physical assets usually refer
2022-07-11
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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
2022-07-11
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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
2022-07-11
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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
2023-02-05
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Project BIM Coordinator
Responsible, during the design stages, for executing, managing and running clash detection of the federated Project Information Model (PIM), and federating and QA reviewing the Asset Information Model (AIM) for
2022-07-11
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BS EN ISO 19650-5:2020
Organization and digitization of information about buildings and civil engineering works, including building information modelling (BIM) Information management using building information modelling Part 5: Security-minded approach to information management
2022-07-24
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End Event
An end event denotes the point at which a process’s path will come to an end. End events can only result in a “throw” of a result.[1] Symbol 1] Silver,
2022-07-04
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Master Information Delivery Plan (MIDP)
The Master Information Delivery Plan (MIDP) is the primary plan for the preparation of project information (from the supplier’s perspective), which is set out as being required in the Exchange
2022-07-11
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Dictionary
jet reaction
nozzle reactionforce acting in the opposite direction to the water stream leaving the nozzle BS 4422 2005 “Jet reaction,” also known as “nozzle reaction,” is a fundamental concept in fluid
2023-12-05
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Open Data
The Open Data Institute (ODI) defines open data as information that is licensed for anyone to use for any purpose at no cost. Open data can be accessed, used and
2022-07-11
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Tier 3
In the construction industry, Tier 3 is a sub-contractor referred in ISO 19650 as the Appointed party and Task Team, with a sub-contract who provides goods or services directly to
2022-07-24
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cooperation
The interaction of individuals or task teams who work together to achieve a common goal, it demonstrates the ability to learn from each other. Cooperation forms a crucial attribute of
2022-07-15
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Certification
Assurance given by an independent certification body (ISO does not perform certification) that a product, service or system meets the requirements of a standard. https://www.iso.org/glossary.html
2022-07-24
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Grouping rating factor (Cg)
Grouping rating factor used for calculatingminimum required cable size. For cables installed in air, values for this factor are given BS7671:2018,Tables4C1,4C4,4C6.For ground installations, values are given in Table4C2. Grouping a
2023-02-05
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Stage 2 Maturity
BIM at Maturity Stage 2 according to the ISO 19650 Framework is “the use of a shared digital representation of a built asset to facilitate design, construction and operation workflows
2022-07-04
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Data Object
Data objects provide information about the activities that must be performed and/or the results that they produce. Elements of data objects must be contained within process or sub-process elements. Data
2022-07-01
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2022-07-24
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Value Stream Mapping
A diagram of every step involved in the material and information flows needed to bring a product from request to delivery. [1] [1] The Massachusetts Port Authority, 2015. BIM Guidelines
2022-07-11
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