BIM 360
by: Andrell Laniewicz
Communication in BIM 360
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utodesk BIM 360® software is a cloudbased solution that is designed to manage a project from start to finish: the complete life cycle from design through operations. How does it do this? BIM 360 uses a common Application Programming Interface (API) – called Forge. Forge creates the unified platform that is BIM 360 Next Generation and connects to other solutions within the Autodesk Construction Cloud® (ACC). Each solution within BIM 360 is in a Module. Drawings, Models, RFIs, Meeting Minutes, and more all live on the BIM 360 Platform. More importantly, they all communicate with each other. It is designed to reduce time, rework, and human error all while giving a project a singular software solution from start to finish instead of managing multiple software solutions. Basically, a single source of truth – as long as the solution is utilized through proper workflows. 12
AUGIWORLD Magazine | March 2022
The nice thing about BIM 360 is that it creates accountability. Administrators can track what was accessed and when. Each file tracks its history, meaning managers can pull reports of progress on any module. All communication is recorded within BIM 360 – no more lost emails, spam filters, or forgetting to flag emails with follow up alerts. While communication is recorded, that doesn’t mean everyone can see everything. Permissions, defined workflows, and roles refine access and allow the information to only be shared with those who would need to see it. It keeps information overload out of the equation. Collaboration and Communication does not mean sharing every piece with every person. This article will look at communicating in BIM 360 through Issues, Meeting Minutes, and Checklists. It will highlight where RFIs and Assets come in throughout the process and then wrap up with a brief overview about tracking the health of the project through these communications. augi.com
