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Technology is increasingly driving almost every sector to new heights and efficiencies; the construction industry stands at a pivotal juncture.
Incorporating 4D construction sequencing into everyday operations isn't just a technological upgrade; it's a business imperative for forward-thinking firms, especially in APAC.
Most of the time, 4D BIM is seen as an early stakeholder engagement tool. You create fancy animations and visualisations of the built assets coming to life, ultimately presenting a relatively low-fidelity model of the asset you’re creating.
But it can be so much more.
We all know about the three dimensions of our built environment. However, 4D construction sequencing adds a crucial component of the formula for project management success – time.
By adding time parameters to the three-dimensional geometry of our BIM models, we can:
4D construction sequencing lets us see a building come together in a way that almost anyone can understand – not only people who work in the programming and planning aspect of construction but everyone who has a stake in the success of a project.
As humans, we rely on visual content to understand and consume information – so why, for example, is the archaic Gantt chart still such a core piece of documentation when it’s something that most people struggle to interpret?
So, if you’re still asking yourself, ‘Why do we need to leverage 4D?’ here are a few reasons you need to invest the time:
So those are the benefits, but how do you do it?
Transitioning to 4D construction sequencing requires significant strategic investment in technology, training, and change management. However, the returns can be monumental regarding project outcomes, stakeholder satisfaction, and long-term business growth.
So where should an organisation interested in 4D sequencing invest its time and resources? The following steps are a good start:
Ultimately, the rewards granted by 4D construction sequencing are contingent on the work that goes into its setup. At the outset of a complicated construction project, it can be difficult to justify putting aside the time and resources required to implement a useful 4D model.
But just think of the benefits – instead of staring at the stark 2D plane of a Gantt chart or a spreadsheet, you could look at your 4D model illustrating every phase of the construction process. It will let you see problems before they occur, preventing resource-sapping on-site mistakes. It will prompt planners to be proactive. And it will allow you to communicate with the broadest possible range of stakeholders, throughout the life of your project. You can maximise the chances of success by visualising every step of a project in a way that most people can understand.
Incorporating 4D construction sequencing into everyday business practices isn't just about staying ahead of the curve. It's about setting new industry benchmarks, increasing safety and efficiency, delivering unmatched value to clients, and building your organisation’s resilient, sustainable, and prosperous future.
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