BIM Optimization

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BIM Optimization

Optimizing BIM Workflows: Elevate Efficiency and Compliance in AECO Projects.

BIM Optimization

Overview

SolidCAD’s Building Information Modeling (BIM) Optimization services are specifically designed to refine and enhance existing BIM workflows and technologies within the architecture, engineering, and construction (AECO) sectors. 

Building upon our comprehensive BIM implementation services, our optimization efforts focus on maximizing the efficiency, collaboration, and overall performance of BIM processes. 

Leveraging our deep industry knowledge and consultative approach, we help clients navigate the complexities of BIM, ensuring that their projects are not only compliant with current standards but also positioned to leverage the full benefits of BIM technology.

Our Expertise:

Collaborating with SolidCAD involves engaging with a versatile team of specialists. We provide the expertise and assistance essential for the rapid scaling of new products, platforms, and business models.

Advanced Digital Practice Assessment

Our BIM Optimization services start with an advanced assessment of your existing BIM processes and technologies. This assessment is designed to identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and areas where enhancements can lead to significant improvements in workflow, collaboration, and project delivery. By understanding the nuances of your current BIM usage, we can tailor optimization strategies that align with your specific goals and challenges.

Streamlined Collaboration and Workflow Integration

A key aspect of BIM Optimization is enhancing the collaborative process among all project stakeholders. We focus on streamlining workflows and improving the integration of BIM across different disciplines, from structural fabrication to mechanical engineering. Our strategies include refining the BIM execution plan, ensuring clear communication channels, and leveraging technology to facilitate seamless information sharing among architects, engineers, contractors, and owners.

Customized Technology Stack Enhancement

SolidCAD’s expertise extends to optimizing your BIM technology stack, ensuring that you are using the right tools in the most effective way. We evaluate and recommend software updates, plugins, and integrations that can enhance your BIM capabilities, from improved visualization and simulation to more efficient data management. 

Our goal is to ensure that your BIM environment is not only robust and compliant with industry standards but also tailored to support your unique project requirements and business objectives.

Goal Setting and Maintenance Strategy

Beyond software and workflow optimization, SolidCAD provides comprehensive training and planning to ensure your team is fully equipped to leverage the enhanced BIM environment. We provide ongoing support and expertise to maintain and improve your BIM processes over time. Our approach includes developing a customized roadmap for BIM optimization, mentoring your team, and providing strategic oversight to ensure continuous improvement.

Software Solutions:

Enhancing Revit Workflows with CTC Tools: A Deep Dive into Spreadsheets

In the modern world of Building Information Modeling (BIM), Excel remains a cornerstone of data management and analysis. Whether it's for budgeting, scheduling, or data tracking, most professionals are familiar with and rely on Excel’s powerful capabilities. However, when it comes to integrating Excel with complex BIM tools like Autodesk Revit, the process can often…

Optimizing Contract Administration in AECO: Utilizing CTC Model Dashboard for Revit

Effective contract administration is vital for project success in the AECO industry. By leveraging CTC's powerful plug-ins for Revit, such as the Model Dashboard, you can enhance project visibility and streamline workflows for project leads, senior architects, designers, and BIM managers. The Problem: Navigating Revit's Complexity Revit users often grapple with identifying critical project metrics…

HIVE Revit Family Standards

What are HIVE Revit Family Standards? HIVE Standards is a system that helps BIM managers check and maintain the quality of Revit family content for the organization. It is set up in the HIVE Portal and runs automatic checks on the content in chosen libraries. It can also be modified to fit the organization’s own…
BIM Data Suite

Unleashing the Power of BIM Data Suite: A Comprehensive Guide

In the world of data, gathering and analyzing is crucial. Everyone's clamoring for more data, and CTC Tools are here to deliver. The BIM Data Suite offers multiple ways to access data for your BIM models, refits, and more. Let's dive into the setup and where to find this valuable data. Data Collection with Project…
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Why you should replace your AutoCAD/Civil 3D Tool Palettes with Hive CMS libraries

As an organization grows, it will navigate through projects of different size and nature. Rules and structures need to be fixed, and when managing engineering data comes into play, engineering and production standards need to be applied.   Within AutoCAD and Civil 3D, an engineering firm, a contractor or a government agency will gather standards through…
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CTC MEP3 2020.1.2 Update

What is the CTC MEP3? The Mechanical Electrical Plumbing Productivity Pack leads the market as the ultimate content package today, precisely tailored for businesses engaged in the fields of both mechanical and electrical design engineering. The MEPPP seamlessly consolidates the Mechanical and Electrical Productivity Packs into one easy to use pack, ready for immediate deployment…

AutoCAD 2024

Well, it’s that time of year again when Autodesk bestows us with the latest release of their flagship drafting application. Click here for Autodesk’s documentation. Read on to see which features speak to this blogger. File Format This is probably the most-asked question, and I’m happy to say that there is yet again, no format…

Revit: Update Room Finish Schedules with CTC Spreadsheet Link

Modifying and updating a room finish schedule in a Revit project can be a tedious task. Working in an itemized Revit schedule makes it time consuming to modify data cell by cell. Have you been tasked with this assignment? If only Revit can allow you to manipulate large amounts of data in an efficient way.…

CTC Licensing Model Change – What you need to know!

With the release of the 23.0.0 version of all the CTC Software tools, CTC has taken the opportunity to update their licensing model. Licensing for any of the CTC suites of tools was broken up into tiers of licensing with maintenance attached or differences depending on how many employees were in the company. It was…

Our Success Stories:

Ian Robertson Design Elevates Client Engagement with BIM

Public transportation – buses, trains, subways, and more – have a wide range of complex assets that are both mobile and stationary. Upgrades, expansions, and new assets become intricate engineering projects involving a broad array of[...]

Énergir

Public transportation – buses, trains, subways, and more – have a wide range of complex assets that are both mobile and stationary. Upgrades, expansions, and new assets become intricate engineering projects involving a broad array of[...]
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Who is Strasman Architects?

Architecture is not merely about designing structures; it's an intricate blend of art and science that shapes the built environment, reflecting the cultural, social, and technological nuances of its time. Most importantly, it’s a collaborative…
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NextGen Mold

NextGen Mold Technologies was founded in 2021, following the acquisition of Enterprise Mold. Based in Windsor, Ontario, they have quickly established a strong reputation in the injection mold industry. The wide array of equipment and…

Circle 5

Founded in 1987, Circle 5 has established itself as a leader in the manufacturing and prototyping industry. Their expertise in machining both ferrous and non-ferrous metals, combined with their state-of-the-art multi-axis CNC and EDM capabilities,…

Procepack

PROCEPACK is a firm specializing in the purchase and sale of packaging and process equipment. They serve customers from a wide range of industries from food and cosmetics to pharmaceuticals. They leverage their vast and…
Paper Excellence

PAPER EXCELLENCE

Paper Excellence is a diversified manufacturer of pulp and paper, including printing and writing, packaging, and specialty papers. We believe in the enduring value of wood-based products in global markets and have built a large…
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Quinn Digital Asset Protection Inc. Customer Success Story

Quinn Digital Asset Protection Inc. has been in the business of protecting property, product, and people assets since 2006, but our team of over 30 professionals has many decades of experience in the asset protection…
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Western University

Western University is one of Canada’s top research-intensive universities, located in London Ontario. With over 9 million square feet of space in 100+ buildings, Western University’s Facilities Management department is responsible for the planning, development,…

Our Resources:

AutoCAD Resources: In the Autodesk Cloud

If you customize AutoCAD across your design team and you use the Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC), read on… I’ll define AutoCAD resources as files that AutoCAD uses to support design content. Here are several common file types that are customized. Plot Style Tables (CTB/STB) Fonts (SHX) Printer Files (PC3/PMP) User Interface (CUIX) Linetypes (LIN) Tool…

Our Recent Success

These real-life cases illustrate how we’ve empowered businesses to streamline their operations, breaking down silos and enhance interdepartmental communication. Each story is a testament to how our strategic approach has not only solved complex issues but paved the way for seamless and productive workflows.

Ian Robertson Design Elevates Client Engagement with BIM

Public transportation – buses, trains, subways, and more – have a wide range of complex assets that are both mobile and stationary. Upgrades, expansions, and new assets become intricate engineering projects involving a broad array of[...]
Rutherford 120

Who is Strasman Architects?

Architecture is not merely about designing structures; it's an intricate blend of art and science that shapes the built environment, reflecting the cultural, social, and technological nuances of its time. Most importantly, it’s a collaborative…

Resources

Why Choose SolidCAD for BIM Optimization

Deep Industry Experience and Insight

With a team of experts who have extensive experience in the AEC industry, SolidCAD brings valuable insights and proven strategies to every BIM optimization project. Our background in optimizing and managing BIM across a wide range of firms and projects ensures that we understand the challenges and opportunities unique to your operations.

Customized and Strategic Solutions

Recognizing that every organization’s BIM needs are different, we offer customized solutions that address your specific challenges and goals. Our strategic approach to BIM optimization focuses on long-term benefits, ensuring that your investment in BIM technology delivers maximum value and supports your overall business strategy.

Commitment to Innovation and Thought Leadership

As a leader in the AEC technology space, SolidCAD is committed to staying at the forefront of BIM innovation and best practices. We serve as thought leaders, sharing our knowledge and insights to help our clients and the broader industry advance their BIM capabilities. Our optimization services are designed not only to address current needs but also to position our clients for future growth and success.

How we can help

SolidCAD’s BIM Optimization services offer a pathway to achieving greater efficiency, collaboration, and project success through enhanced BIM processes and technologies. 

By partnering with SolidCAD, you gain access to industry-leading expertise, customized solutions, and a strategic approach to BIM that can transform your project delivery and outcomes. 

Reach out to learn how SolidCAD BIM Optimization service can improve your business.