Last night saw an impressive gathering of senior industry figures congregated at One Birdcage Walk for the invite only CIMCIG chairman’s event at the equally impressive HQ of the Institute of Mechanical Engineers [IMechE]. On the menu, BIM and the barriers to adoption. Chairman Ian Exall, CIMCIG (and Aqualisa) gave a brief but concise introduction to the panel and suggested that the audience participate at will.
Speakers:
- Paul Morrell, Government CCA
- Mike Sheehan, Director of Sustainability, WSP
- Alan Crane, President CIOB
- Chris Gilmour, Design and Marketing Director, BAM Construct UK
- Karl Redmond, Construction Sector Network, Leeds Metropolitan University
Opening gambits from the panel came thick and fast:
Paul Morrell (my interpretation of what he said): Supply chain collaboration is key to successful adoption. Contractors need to work with consultants and consultants to learn about 3d modeling from product manufacturers. There needn’t be stringent standards that everyone adopts however there needs to be enough universal standards that allow confidence in adoption so as not to give rise to fear of investment in the wrong place.