Project name: NATSPEC BIM Project Inception Guide

Completion/expected completion date: Late 2014

Main participating organisations: Industry stakeholders

Project goals and objectives: To provide a framework for discussions between the client and lead consultant at project inception to assist them clarify and define their BIM requirements; with the goal of maximising the value and benefits of BIM to the project. Immediate goals include describing a process for identifying owner’s expectations regarding deliverables and uses of BIM.

NATSPEC believes a common framework will assist the smooth adoption of BIM.

Proposed deliverables: Documented BIM guidelines appropriate for Australian industry.

Planned 2014 activity: Industry review of draft Inception Guide and publication of final document in June 2014. To be available for free at the NATSPEC website.

Expected audience: All industry stakeholders making strategic decisions about the implementation of BIM.

Approach, methodology: NATSPEC developed draft guidelines with input from industry experts as required. Industry review of draft. Incorporation of industry feedback in final documentation and publication.

Project contact:
Name: Neil Greenstreet
Position: Senior Architect
Tel: 02 9321 7200