Building information modeling (source code)

= Building information modeling
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Building Information Modeling (BIM) is a digital representation of the physical and functional characteristics of a facility. It is a collaborative process that involves the generation and management of digital representations of a project's physical and functional characteristics. BIM serves as a shared knowledge resource, which is used to create a reliable basis for decisions during the project lifecycle, from initial design through construction, operation, and maintenance. **Key aspects of BIM include:** 1.