More and more architecture, engineering and construction (AEC) projects are migrating to building information modeling (BIM)–based implementations. Government regulations and BIM initiatives account for a lot of that migration, but there are many firms and individuals that have migrated on their own because they saw the benefits of accurate, timely project data shared across trades and with all project stakeholders. Whether you’re a designer, architect, engineer, construction manager or building owner, you can benefit from data that is shared throughout the phases of a project. Whether it’s the initial planning and design phase, construction phase, as-builds or the ongoing operations and maintenance that continue on through the lifecycle of the project, there is value in all of that data. Having access to and the ability to share and collaborate utilizing that data is key to a successful project for all involved.
The Nemetschek Group, developer of BIM software solutions such as Allplan, ArchiCAD, Solibri and Vectorworks, has recently taken steps to increase its users ability to do just that—share and collaborate utilizing BIM data. In December 2016, the Nemetschek Group acquired the company dRofus—a Norwegian software provider of BIM-based program, equipment and data management for the building industry. It brings to the table a BIM collaboration tool that can complement all Nemetschek solutions.
“dRofus is a perfect strategic fit for the Nemetschek…