What is Building Information Modelling (BIM) and what does it mean for technicians?

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Building information modelling (BIM) is an approach to project delivery that uses computed software modelling capabilities to better integrate the design and construction phases. It is based on the idea that a building should be constructed digitally first, using a data-rich three dimensional (3D) model. And then built physically, using the model to better plan, coordinate and execute construction works.