Building information modeling is an innovative approach to building design, construction, and management that is characterized by the continuous availability of highly accurate, consistent and reliable building information. BIM allows the project team to visualize, simulate, and analyze a project before construction even begins using a three-dimensional model representing all of the physical and functional characteristics of a facility.

To further understand how BIM can reduce costs for owner's and facility managers, see it discussed in the December 2009 Buildings Magazine article.