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definition
representation of a concept by a descriptive statement which serves to differentiate it from related concepts Note 1 to entry: A definition may be expressed as natural language text (a textual
collaboration
a deliberate approach to working together on an agreed common purpose within functional, organisational, geographic, or organisational boundaries. Collaboration often depends on a solid knowledge management culture to facilitate the exchange and
breakdown structure
decomposition of a defined scope into progressively more detailed levels
Integrated Project Delivery
Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) is a collaboration of all parties, systems and practices to optimize and maximize project success. Defined by the American Institute of Architects, IPD is typically applied
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
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
Specialist BIM Manager / Coordinator
The Specialist BIM Coordinator duties will reflect those for the Project BIM Coordinator but will be specific for discipline or trade-specific models and data deliverables. Responsible for checking, reviewing and
Delivery team
In ISO 19650 the Delivery team term replaces the term ‘ Project Delivery team’ the meaning meant to remain the same, but the change puts the client (Appointing Party) outside
Quantity Surveyor (QS)
person who provides financial and contractual advice and services for planning, carrying out and completion (3.5.23) of construction works https://www.iso.org/obp/ui#iso:std:iso:6707:-2:ed-3:v1:en:term:3.8.25
BS EN ISO 21597-1:2020
Information container for linked document delivery — Exchange specification Part 1: Container
Role
BIM roles are not necessarily related to specialist positions. It should be viewed as a function that could be fulfilled by more than one person and allow the transfer of
BS 8541-4:2012
Library objects for architecture, engineering and construction Part 4: Attributes for specification and assessment – Code of practice Note: ISO 22014 and ISO 22057 are under development tosupersede BS 8541,
Digital Plan Of Work (DPoW)
Digital Plan Of Work (DPoW) forms a framework that supports informed and consistent decision making by project teams, at each work stage, helping to deliver agreed and reliable information. The
consensus
general agreement, characterized by the absence of sustained opposition to substantial issues by any important part of the concerned interests and by a process that involves seeking to take into
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
Project Information Standards
Project Information standards shall be covered within the BIM Execution Plan (BEP). Standards In line with BIM Goals and Uses to ensure continuity that information containers are structured, coordinated, managed
Emergency Lighting in Toilet Cubicles
Summary
1. If the toilet has borrowed light and is less than 8m square:
a. There is no need for emergency lighting, however,
b. If there is a cubicle with full height door – therefore closed without borrowed lighting – then the EM lighting would be required in that cubicle.
2. If the overall toilet has no borrowed light,
a. And the WC cubicles do not have full-size doors; there should be at least one emergency outside row of cubicles.
b. If there is a cubicle with full height door – therefore closed without borrowed lighting – then the EM lighting would be required in that cubicle.
Facility Lifecycle
This refers to the time span stretching from a building’s conception to demolition including the five distinctive phases (Planning, Design, Construction, Operations, and Disposition).1 1 The Massachusetts Port Authority, 2015.
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,
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
UK BIM Framework
The UK BIM Framework was developed by the UK BIM Alliance, BSI, and the Centre for Digital Built Britain associated with the Construction Industry Council (CIC) to implement international BIM
BS ISO 22263:2008
Organization of information about construction works Framework for management of project information
BS ISO 44001:2017
Collaborative business relationship management systems Requirements and framework
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
Circuit protective device (CPD)
A fuse or circuit-breaker providing overload and fault current protection.
Value Stream
Includes all the processes and activities used to design, produce and deliver the product or service to the Customer.[1] [1] The Massachusetts Port Authority, 2015. BIM Guidelines for Vertical and
framework
structure of processes and specifications designed to support the accomplishment of a specific task[ISO/IEEE 11073-10201:2004, definition 3.22] PD ISO/TS 12911:2012
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
Parametric behaviour
The parametric behaviour of an object describes whether its shape, position, and orientation are designed to be dependent on other information associated with the object or the context in which
information exchange
verb act of satisfying an information requirement (3.3.2) or part thereof [cited from ISO 19650-1:2018(en), 3.3.7]
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),
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.
BIM STRATEGY
a plan of action designed to achieve a long-term or overall aim. Definitions from Oxford Languages Required to define and understand what your company is trying to achieve with BIM.
Updates to BS 7671:2018+A2:2022 – Summary for High Risk Buildings
Key Updates and Amendments Arc Fault Detection Devices (AFDDs) – Regulation 421.1.7 Amendment 2 (2022) Changes:BS 7671:2018+A2:2022 introduced mandatory AFDD requirements for single-phase AC final circuits supplying socket outlets with rated
Gross Internal Area (GIA)
The total area of buildings owned, occupied, or maintained, measured to the internal face of the perimeter walls at each floor level, is referred to as GIA (i.e. the footprint
Lean construction
Lean Construction is the method of project management aiming to reduce waste on a project and improving the efficiency and quality of produced work [1]. The aim to reduce overproduction,
PAS 1192 vs ISO 19650 terms
Quick reference guide In here you can find a quick reference guide with PAS1192 and ISO 19650 terminology comparison. PAS references (superseded) ISO References (current) Pre-contract BEP Pre-appointment BEP Post-contract
Operations and Maintenance (O&M)
Describes the functions, duties, and labour associated with the operations of an asset, including repairs, replacement of parts and structural components, and other activities needed to maintain an asset.
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
Task Information Delivery Plan (TIDP)
schedule of information containers and delivery dates, for a specific task team [cited from ISO 19650-2:2018(en), 3.1.3.4] The Task Information Delivery Plan (TIDP) is defined by the ISO 19650 framework
The Centre for Digital Built Britain
The Centre for Digital Built Britain (CDBB) CDBB is a partnership between the University of Cambridge and The Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS). It is the custodian
Security Management Plan
A document (or part of a document) identified in the Information Particulars setting out the security requirements for carrying out the Works in a security-minded way, including any policies, protocols,
BS 7799‑3:2017
Information security management systemsPart 3: Guidelines for information security risk management (revision of BS ISO/IEC 27005:2011)
naming
The term naming in PAS 1192 is related to information container naming strategy, in ISO 19650 the therm is replaced by term ‘identification’ meaning remains the same
BS EN ISO 29481-2:2016
Building information models — Information delivery manual Part 2: Interaction framework
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.
Two Stage Open Book
A procurement method introduced by Constructing Excellence and the Cabinet Office where a client invites prospective integrated teams to bid for a project based on their ability to deliver an outline brief
Post-contract BEP
This PAS 1192 term has been superseded by ISO 19650 term Post-appointment BEP. It is a BIM Execution Plan (BEP) which shall be re-submitted by the Lead Appointed Party and
Design current (Ib)
Design current or ‘Ib’ in Amperes.The level of current to be carried by a circuit in normal service.
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
