BIM Logistics Planning
Effective logistics planning is the key to a successful construction project. Construction logistics refers to the management of the flow of tools, materials, and equipment from the point of discharge to the location of use.
Improper management of logistics in a construction project impacts the productivity negatively besides causing project delays and cost overruns.
BIM models used in construction projects streamline logistics planning leading to cost-effective project management.
Overview of BIM in logistics management
The conventional methods of project scheduling and logistics suffer from the shortcoming that they are incapable of providing a clear view of the interrelation between the various activities in the construction project. Also, it is difficult to assess the sequence of the activities by these methods. A BIM model overcomes this by not only depicts when and how different activities are to be performed which all the stakeholders can easily comprehend. This is because various scheduling tools associated with the construction project are included in the 3D model. And, these scheduling tools provide the relevant data in a visual form in the model.
BIM enables pre-planning the logistics with the help of a virtual model. Even before the project reaches the site, the BIM experts create and iterate a detailed 4D sequence of all the activities and trades associated with the project. This facilitates planning a co-ordinated construction process that avoids conflicts and discrepancies.
With the help of software such as Revit, Autodesk, and Navisworks, models are prepared. These models offer views and selections with which the sequencing process can be started.
The sequence is verified and validated by grading a preliminary model to which high levels of the simulation are applied.
Specifics of BIM in logistics management
BIM 4D
BIM 4D includes the BIM 3D model along with the construction schedule.
Firstly the design data is categorized, indented, moved, and grouped with the help of software tools.
Based on this data, a skeleton schedule is created that includes the different project activities and streamlines the workflow.
The project activities are scheduled in a virtual space with the help of the model saving the time taken for the project.
In case there are any changes during this stage, the BIM model identifies the changes in real-time. It depicts the impact these changes will have on the sequence of activities, schedules, etc. and the consequences of these changes on the final delivery of the project.
The details of the tasks and schedules provided by the simulated 4D model can be shared with scheduling applications and project controls.
The detailed work breakdown for different categories can be created by importing the construction schedule created by BIM software into the MS project.
The virtual model facilitates collaboration between key stakeholders who can understand the levels, phases, sequences and logistics, and their impacts. Any potential problems can be identified and rectified before the actual construction begins.
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