Building Information Modelling, commonly
referred to as BIM, has become the celebrity in the AEC sector. Interestingly
there are valid reasons for BIM to be in that position. The benefits it has
brought, and significantly the benefits it promises, and the changes it is
making to the way we work makes it something attracts everybody’s attention. BIM
is not a software. It is a concept for development of software and improving
the process of design, construction and operation of buildings.
BIM is not popular yet in Sri Lanka. In
fact, it is unknown to most AEC professionals in Sri Lanka. Poor awareness is
thought to be critical barrier for receiving the potential benefits of
advancements in the technology and processes in the field. Identifying this
gap, initiatives were taken by a group from University of Moratuwa aiming to
improve the BIM awareness of Sri Lankan AEC industry. The first step taken was
the implantation of web based portal for information sharing and
dissermination. The web site was named BIMLab Network and can be accessed at http://www.bimlab.net from around the world. I developed and maintain this
website, it is at the initial stage, but I try to include interesting
information time to time. Do visit this site and send me any feedback that you
have.