Numerous government agencies are moving ahead by incorporating the Building Information Modeling (BIM) process into their workflow, but some are still yet to be convinced of the benefits that an intelligent model can provide. Recently, we assisted a public sector client faced with a unique challenge; they had to decide whether to retrofit two existing structures into one or demolish both and build a new structure. Using the BIM process, we were able to help them identify substantial cost and time savings by changing the direction of the project from demolition and rebuild, to a retrofit.

Read about how BIM is revolutionizing new government building projects and how GSA is actively pursuing BIM. The Government building industry is in the midst of a revolution – a revolution in building design. Building Information Modeling (BIM) is significantly impacting new building projects, both in the commercial and government spaces. While BIM tools have been primitive and under-developed in the past, they are now mature enough to be used in prime time.