Construction Sequencing

 

4D BIM, also known as construction sequencing, could be described as the process of adding an extra layer of scheduling data to a project information model. 

These dimensions will be built as the construction process develops. In that way, a step-by-step visualization of the project’s progress is enabled. In short, 4D BIM facilitates the visualization of each project stage through the combination of 3D models with the project schedule in place. 

Detailed overview 

Like that, stakeholders are able to acquire a detailed overview of the entire process and stay on top of everything that happens 

Simply put, 4d BIM planning can be extremely beneficial both for managing people and materials on the field. The reason is that it involves time-related data which can be linked to various information model components. 

Interdependence 

The numerous interdependencies with other elements or work areas of the project are properly visualized and allow for a construction process where all stakeholders are well-informed and prepared for everything that’s coming next. 

The incorporation of time-related information can provide stakeholders with an accurate depiction of the way in which the building structure stands. 

Sequencing 

The logical and more efficient sequencing of tasks on the construction site can be a true game-changer in terms of budget for construction projects. 

To be more specific, the early illustration of the upcoming project phases could allow for valuable feedback which could reduce rework rates and minimize delays. 

Early proposals 

Instead of building programs as the proposals are unfolded, planners have now the opportunity to form proposals at a much earlier phase in a project. 

In all these, the following are some of the benefits of 4D BIM planning. 

Planning 

First and foremost, 4d BIM planning can be valuable in terms of scheduling and planning. In a sentence, it can lock ambiguity and uncertainty out of your project. 

Based on the addition of scheduling data to the project information model, construction stakeholders can have an exhaustive image of the project from design to completion at a very early stage. 

Keeping everybody up-to-date with the latest changes in a construction project is harder than it may sound. As a result, in many cases endless meetings and countless hours on the phone are parts of the daily life on the field and the office. 

4D BIM can provide valuable assistance with minimizing the number and the duration of these meetings. Thanks to the visualization of the project’s progress that 4D BIM models offer things become much more straightforward when the numerous stakeholders are coming together in order to exchange ideas and discuss the current development of the project. 

Monitoring 

Regardless of a project’s type and size, keeping a close eye on everything that happens on-site can be really tough. Especially when we refer to large-scale construction, this can practically be impossible. 

That’s because there are simply too many aspects of the building process that should be taken into account before a project manager can claim that s/he has full control of the progress on-site and that everything is reported as it is should.