IFC-based linking of the risk management process using a building data model

Abstract

A vital element in working with BIM are standardised exchange formats that enable the exchange of information from digital building models between different software solutions and project participants. In this context, the Industry Foundation Classes (IFC) defined in DIN EN ISO 16739 represent a central standard for implementing the open exchange of information. Although approaches for integrating risk management are already available in IFC, they do not sufficiently reflect the needs of the construction industry. In order to increase project quality through risk management and the universal application of the Building Information Modelling (BIM) method, it is essential to map the generally valid information on the risk management process in IFC. The following article thus presents starting points for the further integration of risk management in IFC. The aim is to link all relevant risk information in a digital building model through an analysis and the development of an approach.