Optimizing infrastructure development through BIM: A comprehensive analysis of lifecycle benefits and applications

Abstract

This comprehensive study delves into the multifaceted impacts of Building Information Modeling (BIM) across different phases of infrastructure projects, encompassing project planning and design, construction, as well as operations and maintenance. By offering a granular analysis of BIM's contributions to design efficiency, enhanced collaboration, sustainability considerations, improved project management, risk mitigation, quality control, asset management, lifecycle analysis, and space management and utilization, the paper presents quantifiable evidence of BIM's transformative potential. The findings underscore the substantial benefits of BIM in reducing project timeframes, minimizing material costs, enhancing operational efficiency, and contributing to sustainability goals. Through detailed quantitative analysis, this article illustrates how BIM technology facilitates a more integrated, efficient, and sustainable approach to infrastructure development, challenging traditional practices and fostering a new paradigm in construction and facility management.