Why BIM Needs Digital Twins
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What does it mean to unite a project under one, interconnected network? The catch-all
term for device connectivity is Internet of Things (IoT), but the real-world logistics of
actually executing project connectivity extend far beyond a mere buzzword. What steps
can be taken, in the office and in the field, to improve company-wide congruence?
The practicality of implementing jobsite connectivity is, in part, hinged on an emerging
industry trend: digital twins. Digital twins help materialize the intangible, realize IoT ROI,
and are an important facet of connected jobsites. The acute information they provide
help all project phases work more efficiently. Improved collaboration, centralized
information delivery, physical asset optimization, and more — put simply, digital twins
streamline detail delivery and democratize project information.
Let's unpack what, exactly, digital twins are, how they are being used in the construction
industry, and ultimately come to an understanding of how this technology can enhance
an existing BIM infrastructure.
