Richard McPartland

As a key client of UK construction the government recognised its ability to bring about improved outcomes and greater efficiencies while transforming the construction industry in the process. Here we explore the push-pull at the heart of the 2011 Government Construction Strategy.

With more than three million people engaged in the construction industry, delivering change was always going to be a challenge. But with declining productivity, it was clear that something needed to happen. The 2011 Government Construction Strategy looked to BIM and digital engineering to effect a fundamental shift.
BIM Level 2 and the potential to drive efficiencies
Efficiencies in the design, build and operate areas of construction is what BIM Level 2 – mandated on government contracts from...

We explore the COLLABORATION grouping and look at things to consider when developing better and more efficient ways of working to fully benefit from the coordinated information that lies at the heart of BIM.

Cavity wall insulation can be a great way of improving the thermal performance of a building, making it both warmer and cheaper to heat, but it's not always a suitable solution. We explore the pros and cons.

Lift shafts put a dampener on our architectural ambitions so what if lifts could travel horizontally and vertically? thyssenkrupp have unveiled a vision of the future Wonka would be proud of.

What is the common data environment or CDE on a construction project used for? Who contributes? Who is responsible? Who owns the information within? Why use a CDE at all? We explore the idea of a central information repository that is at the heart of BIM implementation.

With our series on the Periodic Table of BIM now complete, we take a narrower view, and look at the core ingredients underpinning delivery to BIM Level 2. What are the essential standards and tools that you need to know about?

Who is responsible for fire safety at work? How do you determine the equipment you need to keep a building safe? How do fire extinguishers differ and how should they be used? Our guide to fire safety answers these questions and more.

BIM myths busted. We tackle some common misconceptions, misunderstandings and downright myths, when it comes to Building Information Modelling (BIM), and cut through the noise to seek out the truth about the digital construction revolution.

Swedish researchers reckon transparent wood could offer significant benefits when it comes to glazing and solar panel production in future.

Lack of time. Lack of money. Two prime excuses to cull the training budget - but is this a false economy that's hurting your bottom line?

Thousands of construction and energy industry professionals flocked to London's ExCeL arena to soak up the latest sector innovations and best practice this month.

Last week saw the launch of our Periodic Table of BIM – an at-a-glance guide to the steps you need to take to ensure a successful BIM implementation. This week we explore BIM Strategy.