ISO 19650 is the first truly unified approach to information management which is now being implemented around the world. With the adoption of ISO 19650 in multiple countries (at a government level) and support from key BIM leadership groups, ISO 19650 is becoming the global BIM standard. That said, none have been as complete as the “ISO 19650 series” (watch videos here). To combat this waste we have seen lots of BIM standards and guidelines to help with alignment and to improve communication. Miscommunication is the cause of the most waste and rework in the design and construction industry. However, this will change as more governments realize the benefits of BIM. Unfortunately, most countries are not yet demanding BIM. National BIM policies are essential – for example, the UK mandates BIM on UK government projects. So how do we overcome this resistance to BIM? The result is waste – NOT the higher efficiencies and cost savings anticipated. Many teams also fail to collaborate, remain working in silos, and create duplication of information in 2D, contradicting the 3D information. Wilson says that most implementers fail to understand the bigger picture of BIM, and some organizations simply build a 3D model but claim that it is a complete BIM implementation – as a result, they do not see the total Return On Investment (ROI). Sometimes this can result in resistance to the BIM implementation. Sadly if there is not an instant return, the implementation starts to become a challenge. When implementing something new, businesses need to see a return on their investment. Implementing any technology can require lots of resources, usually new and usually more costly.

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