Smith, Dana K. <br/><br/>
Building information modeling :  a strategic implementation guide for architects, engineers, constructors, and real estate asset managers / 
Dana K. Smith, Michael Tardif. 
 - xxii, 186 p. :  ill. 
<br/><br/> Formerly CIP. 
<br/><br/>Includes bibliographical references (p. 179-182) and index. 
<br/><br/> This resource makes the business case for building information modeling (BIM), how it can improve collaboration, facilitate better design and construction, optimize workflow and reduce error. It discusses the barriers to BIM, from business culture to training, and how these barriers can be overcome. 
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<br/><br/><br/>Electronic reproduction. <br/>Askews and Holts. <br/>Mode of access: World Wide Web. 
<br/><br/><label>ISBN: </label>9781118399231 (ebook) 
<br/><br/><label>LCCN: </label>2008055951 
<br/><br/><label>Subjects--Topical Terms: </label><br/>Building information modeling.<br/>Architecture and Planning<br/>Architecture<br/>Civil engineering, surveying & building<br/>Computer science<br/>Management of real estate, property & plant<br/>Architectural structure & design<br/>Building construction & materials<br/>Architecture: professional practice<br/>Construction & heavy industry
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<br/><br/><label>LC Class. No.: </label>TH437  / .S555 2009