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6D BIM

6D BIM — 6D Building Information Modeling

The integration of engineering models with asset lifecycle and facilities management information.

Definition

6D Building Information Modeling (6D BIM) extends Building Information Modeling by incorporating asset lifecycle, operations and facilities management information into digital engineering models. It supports commissioning, operations, maintenance, asset performance and long-term lifecycle management beyond project completion.

Why It Matters

6D BIM extends digital engineering into operations and asset lifecycle management by integrating facilities and maintenance information.

In Practice

6D BIM enables engineering information created during project delivery to be reused throughout operations, maintenance and asset management, supporting digital twins and enterprise asset management systems.

Common Misuse

6D BIM extends 5D BIM by incorporating asset lifecycle and operational information beyond project delivery.

Term Details
Synonyms:
6D BIM; 6D Building Information Modeling; Asset Lifecycle BIM; Facilities Management BIM
Classification:
Digital Engineering
Concept
Advanced
Applications

Digital Engineering; Building Information Modeling; Asset Management.

Where It's Used

Industrial facilities.; Infrastructure.; Buildings.; Manufacturing.; Oil and gas.

References

ISO 19650

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