– cloud-based CDE tools can support wip, share, published, archived division of data flow,
– cloud based CDE tools can publish APIs so desktop BIMs/CADs can plug into the data model.

General contractors are using CDE’s primarily to increase “wrench time” in the process by accelerating and automating data exchange workflows. The proposed standard can be highly conducive to that goal, not just for contractors but A and E professionals in the process. The “shared” status/workflow method of data today is pathetically slow and fragmented. Emailing documents only after creating PDFs from 2Ds only after producing 2Ds from 3D BIMs is a long trail solution to a destination that can be so much faster. The iteration between architect and consultants can be intensive and these loops must be recorded for record so that there is accountability.

In our office were developing a file (data) directory structure that echoes the four-container 1192 model in an intelligent manner in preparation for the eventual API-based connections between desktop and cloud CDEs. We need to record the workflows into the CDE cloud and our directories simultaneously and as automated as possible.

– cloud-based CDE tools can support wip, share, published, archived division of data flow,
– cloud based CDE tools can publish APIs so desktop BIMs/CADs can plug into the data model.

General contractors are using CDE’s primarily to increase “wrench time” in the process by accelerating and automating data exchange workflows. The proposed standard can be highly conducive to that goal, not just for contractors but A and E professionals in the process. The “shared” status/workflow method of data today is pathetically slow and fragmented. Emailing documents only after creating PDFs from 2Ds only after producing 2Ds from 3D BIMs is a long trail solution to a destination that can be so much faster. The iteration between architect and consultants can be intensive and these loops must be recorded for record so that there is accountability.

In our office were developing a file (data) directory structure that echoes the four-container 1192 model in an intelligent manner in preparation for the eventual API-based connections between desktop and cloud CDEs. We need to record the workflows into the CDE cloud and our directories simultaneously and as automated as possible.

A CDE is REQUIRED for all facilities/built environment participants and stakeholders…. designers, engineers, builders, facilities owners, facilities management, building users, procurement, technical teams, oversight groups….

This requires a LEAN asset life-cycle management approach and associated model. https://www.4bt.us/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/Asset-Total-Cost-of-Ownership-Efficient-Life-cycle-Management-Model.pdf
https://www.4bt.us/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/BIM-LEAN-Construction-and-a-Common-Data-Environment-CDE.pdf
https://www.wbdg.org/facilities-operations-maintenance/operation-maintenance-planning

Central to the above is a detailed line item listing of construction tasks and cost organized via a standard data architecture… (i.e. Masterformat). Each task providing a description of the task in plain English and labor, material, and equipment details. This aspect is critical to Scope of Work definition and communication among all parties.

Technology, while an enabler with respect to lowering deployment costs and driving consistency should NEVER be the primary focus. LEAN collaborative construction project delivery should be the primary focus.

A focus upon digital aspects will do little to improve AECOO outcomes, rather a focus upon CHANGE MANAGEMENT and LEAN methods, such as Integrated Project Delivery, IPD, for major new construction, and Job Order Contracting, JOC for repair, renovation, and minor new construction enables consistent 90%+ on-time, on-budget, and satisfactory results.

A major focus of LEAN methods such as IPD and JOC is providing the ability for owner, builder, AE, user teams to communicate, re-use, and share ACTIONABLE and CURRENT INFORMATION efficiently without loss, contradiction, or misinterpretation.

Remember…
1. Have a WRITTEN IPD/JOC Operations Manual and/or Execution Plan defining ALL roles, responsibilities, desired outcomes, for all participants and stakeholders, including… defining CDE requirements (common unit price book of locally researched construction tasks organized by MasterFormat (TM).
2. Mandatory Training – Initial and Ongoing Multi-level (Intro, Advanced…) and Multi-format (on-site, regional, virtual).
3. Mandatory Collaboration
4. Mutual Trust/Respect
5. Shared Risk/Reward
6. Supporting Cloud Technology
7. Continuous Improvement
8. Long Term Relationships
9. Best Value Procurement
10. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and regular independent Audits

http://www.4bt.us

A CDE is REQUIRED for all facilities/built environment participants and stakeholders…. designers, engineers, builders, facilities owners, facilities management, building users, procurement, technical teams, oversight groups….

This requires a LEAN asset life-cycle management approach and associated model. https://www.4bt.us/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/Asset-Total-Cost-of-Ownership-Efficient-Life-cycle-Management-Model.pdf
https://www.4bt.us/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/BIM-LEAN-Construction-and-a-Common-Data-Environment-CDE.pdf
https://www.wbdg.org/facilities-operations-maintenance/operation-maintenance-planning

Central to the above is a detailed line item listing of construction tasks and cost organized via a standard data architecture… (i.e. Masterformat). Each task providing a description of the task in plain English and labor, material, and equipment details. This aspect is critical to Scope of Work definition and communication among all parties.

Technology, while an enabler with respect to lowering deployment costs and driving consistency should NEVER be the primary focus. LEAN collaborative construction project delivery should be the primary focus.

A focus upon digital aspects will do little to improve AECOO outcomes, rather a focus upon CHANGE MANAGEMENT and LEAN methods, such as Integrated Project Delivery, IPD, for major new construction, and Job Order Contracting, JOC for repair, renovation, and minor new construction enables consistent 90%+ on-time, on-budget, and satisfactory results.

A major focus of LEAN methods such as IPD and JOC is providing the ability for owner, builder, AE, user teams to communicate, re-use, and share ACTIONABLE and CURRENT INFORMATION efficiently without loss, contradiction, or misinterpretation.

Remember…
1. Have a WRITTEN IPD/JOC Operations Manual and/or Execution Plan defining ALL roles, responsibilities, desired outcomes, for all participants and stakeholders, including… defining CDE requirements (common unit price book of locally researched construction tasks organized by MasterFormat (TM).
2. Mandatory Training – Initial and Ongoing Multi-level (Intro, Advanced…) and Multi-format (on-site, regional, virtual).
3. Mandatory Collaboration
4. Mutual Trust/Respect
5. Shared Risk/Reward
6. Supporting Cloud Technology
7. Continuous Improvement
8. Long Term Relationships
9. Best Value Procurement
10. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and regular independent Audits

http://www.4bt.us