In the construction industry, professionals often mention "BIM" (building information modelling) and "IM" (information management).
These terms may sound technical, abstract or even interchangeable, but they sit at the heart of how modern construction projects are designed, built and operated. At their simplest, IM is concerned with how information is created, shared and used across a project and over the life of an asset; and BIM is a subset of IM, concerned particularly with the processes involved in designing, constructing and managing an asset.
Understanding what they mean and how they are used will help you see how different parts of the industry connect, and why good information is just as important as good design or workmanship. We explore further in this high-level overview.
