In BIM (Building Information Modeling), meetings play a crucial role in ensuring collaboration, coordination, and alignment among all project stakeholders. Here are the common types of meetings in BIM workflows:
1. BIM Kick-off Meeting
Purpose
- Launch the BIM process for a project.
Key Points
- Review BIM Execution Plan (BEP).
- Define roles, responsibilities, and collaboration protocols.
- Align on software, standards (e.g., ISO 19650), and data exchange formats.
- Set Common Data Environment (CDE) rules.
2. BIM Coordination Meeting (Clash Detection Meeting)
Purpose
- Review and resolve model clashes and coordination issues
Key Points
- Present clash reports (from Navisworks, Solibri, etc.).
- Assign responsibilities for clash resolution
- Track progress on previous issues.
- Set Common Data Environment (CDE) rules.
Frequency
- Weekly or bi-weekly, depending on project stage.
Participants
- BIM Coordinators
- discipline leads (Architecture, Structure, MEP).
3. BIM Progress Review Meeting
Purpose
- Monitor BIM deliverables and modeling progress.
Key Points
- Review LOD (Level of Development) status.
- Check milestones and upcoming deadlines.
- Address any delays or technical challenges.
Frequency
- Weekly or bi-weekly, depending on project stage.
Participants
- BIM Managers, Pro
- Project Managers
- Model Authors.
4. BIM Technical Workshop
Purpose
- Deep-dive into technical BIM topics or resolve complex issues.
Key Points
- Standardization discussions.<
- Software interoperability.
- Family/library creation guidelines
Frequency
Participants
- BIM Specialists
- Technical Leads.
5. BIM Validation & Quality Control Meeting
Purpose
- Ensure that models meet agreed standards and QA/QC requirements.
Key Points
- Review model audits.
- Validate data accuracy (e.g., COBie, parameters).
- Ensure compliance with BEP and ISO standards.
Participants
- BIM Managers
- QA/QC Teams.
6. Client BIM Review Meeting
Purpose
- Present BIM deliverables and updates to the client
Key Points
- Showcase model progress.
- Discuss client feedback.
- Align expectations for future submissions.
Participants
- Client representatives,
- Project Manager.
- BIM Manager
7.4D/5D BIM Meeting (Planning & Cost)
Purpose
- Review time (4D) and cost (5D) simulations linked to BIM.
Key Points
- Validate construction sequencing.
- Discuss budget implications.
- Coordinate with planners (Primavera, MS Project) and cost consultants.
Participants
- Client representatives,
- Project Manager.
- BIM Manager
8.CDE & Information Management Meeting
Purpose
- Manage data flow within the Common Data Environment.
Key Points
- File naming, versioning, and approvals.
- Information Delivery Milestones (IDM, MIDP, TIDP).
Participants
- Information Managers
- BIM Coordinators.
9. BIM Handover & Facilities Management Meeting
Purpose
- Prepare for project close-out and data handover.
Key Points
- Ensure Asset Information Model (AIM) readiness.
- Discuss integration with FM systems.
Participants
- BIM Manager
- FM Team
- Client.
10. Ad-hoc BIM Issue Resolution Meeting
Purpose
- Quickly address urgent BIM-related issues
Key Points
- Specific technical or coordination problems.
Participants
- Relevant team members based on issue type.
