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	===== Field =====		===== Field =====

			This feature's function is to coordinate work on site by the different contractors. Tasks, related to a certain activity (for example to drill a hole, or to build a wall), are delegated to the different groups. Information required to perform it is extracted from the model, and is used by the group to perform it.

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	~~===== Handover =====~~		This feature records videos and takes 360 degrees photos of the construction site. In that way, the progress is monitored daily. It can also be used as documentation if a contractor is behind schedule and that causes delays. All data is preserved and is available at all time.

	===== Facility Management =====		===== Facility Management =====

			This feature creates the manuals for maintenance of the project. Instead of having rooms filled with papers, specifications, schedules and inspections, all the information is accessed digital. Browsing trough it takes a couple of seconds, where looking for a particular paper can take a lot of time, if the documentation is not sorted properly. Calendars with tasks and alerts notify when, where, on which object and by whom an action is required. The input can be typed in the software manually, taken from spreadsheets, or taken directly from Dalux Box, which is most beneficial.

	== Examples ==		== Examples ==
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	The Copenhagen Airport spans on an area of around 11800 square meters and is operational all year round, 24 hours a day. Facility management can be challenging, especially when the flow of people is constant, so there is no time for proper exception. The airport uses Dalux to manage maintenance and supervision.		The Copenhagen Airport spans on an area of around 11800 square meters and is operational all year round, 24 hours a day. Facility management can be challenging, especially when the flow of people is constant, so there is no time for proper exception. The airport uses Dalux to manage maintenance and supervision.

	~~== Advantages and disadvantages ==~~

			== Improvements ==

	~~== Improvements ==~~		In the future, an all-in-one software that covers all life-cycle stages, can be expected as technologies evolves. There will be no need for plugins, only a powerful machine, that can compute all the information for a project. If such a software is developed, it will minimize the time for design and optimize performance of the project within the limits of scope and goals. Mistakes and misunderstandings will decrease to a minimum.

	== Summery ==		== Summery ==

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	'''Increasing efficiency and reducing time for a Construction Project by ~~the~~ using digital tools'''		'''Increasing efficiency and reducing time for a Construction Project by using digital tools'''

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	'''~~The must-have tools~~ for a Construction Project ~~Manager~~'''		'''Increasing efficiency and reducing time for a Construction Project by the using digital tools'''


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	'''Synchronize''' - person, or a team, updating the information on their local model with the central model		'''Synchronize''' - person, or a team, updating the information on their local model with the central model

	== The ~~essential tools for PM~~ ==		'''Digital tool''' - a code, a software, or a program, which is used to perform certain tasks.

			== The role of a Project Manager ==

	A Project Manager's role can vary with different projects. Tender preparation, coordinating task between the different disciplines, estimating time and cost, and monitoring the work on site are some of the typical tasks a Project Manager has. To keep track on the project, be informed about changes and act fast when needed, a PM must make use of the best software available, because the “conventional” e-mails and paper drawings are not enough to communicate fast and effectively. In the following chapters, this article will look into the features of two software and the benefits for a PM of using them.		A Project Manager's role can vary with different projects. Tender preparation, coordinating task between the different disciplines, estimating time and cost, and monitoring the work on site are some of the typical tasks a Project Manager has. To keep track on the project, be informed about changes and act fast when needed, a PM must make use of the best software available, because the “conventional” e-mails and paper drawings are not enough to communicate fast and effectively. In the following chapters, this article will look into the features of two software and the benefits for a PM of using them.

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	== Construction Phases ==		== Construction Phases ==

			Technology has not invented a software, that covers all life-cycle stages of a construction project yet. Until then, there are different software on the market, specialized in one, or few areas of work, which can have multiple applications throughout the project.

	=== Scope ===		=== Scope ===

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	A Project Manager's role can vary with different projects. Tender preparation, coordinating task between the different disciplines, estimating time and cost, and monitoring the work on site are some of the typical tasks a Project Manager has. To keep track on the project, be informed about changes and act fast when needed, a PM must make use of the best software available, because the “conventional” e-mails and paper drawings are not enough to communicate fast and effectively. In the following chapters, this article will look into the features of two software and the benefits for a PM of using them.		A Project Manager's role can vary with different projects. Tender preparation, coordinating task between the different disciplines, estimating time and cost, and monitoring the work on site are some of the typical tasks a Project Manager has. To keep track on the project, be informed about changes and act fast when needed, a PM must make use of the best software available, because the “conventional” e-mails and paper drawings are not enough to communicate fast and effectively. In the following chapters, this article will look into the features of two software and the benefits for a PM of using them.

	== Scope ==		== Construction Phases ==
			=== Scope ===

	It can be argued that a project starts with defining the scope, and in some cases the PM's role starts as well. It is normally included in the Project description, and is used as basis for tendering. ''Dalux Box'' can be used to store the relevant documentation. The benefit of using a common platform, is that all the relevant information can be accessed by the stakeholders who need it quickly, and misunderstandings can be avoided.		It can be argued that a project starts with defining the scope, and in some cases the PM's role starts as well. It is normally included in the Project description, and is used as basis for tendering. ''Dalux Box'' can be used to store the relevant documentation. The benefit of using a common platform, is that all the relevant information can be accessed by the stakeholders who need it quickly, and misunderstandings can be avoided.

	== Design ==		=== Design ===

	After the project scope is defined and the key stakeholders are identified, the design phase can start.		After the project scope is defined and the key stakeholders are identified, the design phase can start.
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	One of the most used and popular software for BIM models today is ''Autodesk Revit''. Because of its popularity, the majority of other software have made a plugin, or at least made their software compatible with it, in order to access the huge market.		One of the most used and popular software for BIM models today is ''Autodesk Revit''. Because of its popularity, the majority of other software have made a plugin, or at least made their software compatible with it, in order to access the huge market.

	===ICT Contract===		====ICT Contract====

	The basis of communication regarding project information must be agreed upon with an ICT Agreement [http://wiki.doing-projects.org/index.php/ICT_Agreement]. It lists the types of file formats, classifications, names, specifications and other relevant information to be used in the project. This improves the coordination and efficiency of work. It is beneficial for the Project Manager to have an understanding of this contract, as it determines the course of the project.		The basis of communication regarding project information must be agreed upon with an ICT Agreement [http://wiki.doing-projects.org/index.php/ICT_Agreement]. It lists the types of file formats, classifications, names, specifications and other relevant information to be used in the project. This improves the coordination and efficiency of work. It is beneficial for the Project Manager to have an understanding of this contract, as it determines the course of the project.

	===AutoDesk Revit===		====AutoDesk Revit====

	Choosing a software is very much individual, and some software are better at performing in certain task, while they are worse at others, therefor there is no “right” or “wrong” ones. With that in mind, there are some that have more features and are more user-friendly than others. Within the top 10 of many charts online, rating the best BIM software 2023, you will most likely find Revit, AutoCad, ARCHICAD, Rhino and SketchUp. For simplicity, only Revit AutoDesk will be examined in this article.		Choosing a software is very much individual, and some software are better at performing in certain task, while they are worse at others, therefor there is no “right” or “wrong” ones. With that in mind, there are some that have more features and are more user-friendly than others. Within the top 10 of many charts online, rating the best BIM software 2023, you will most likely find Revit, AutoCad, ARCHICAD, Rhino and SketchUp. For simplicity, only Revit AutoDesk will be examined in this article.
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	The reason for the software's success, is that it is sufficient to design a model with high level of details (if needed), and contains metadata, which can be used to improve the design, or serve as the basis for further estimates and calculations.		The reason for the software's success, is that it is sufficient to design a model with high level of details (if needed), and contains metadata, which can be used to improve the design, or serve as the basis for further estimates and calculations.

	====Designing the model====		=====Designing the model=====

	In big projects, every contractor/subcontractor will have their own BIM model with shared coordinates to work on. Typically, a BIM Coordinator will be responsible for delegating access and rights to different users according to their role. As Revit supports work-sharing, it allows all the disciplines to see the changes in the model made after synchronizing and adjust their design if needed.		In big projects, every contractor/subcontractor will have their own BIM model with shared coordinates to work on. Typically, a BIM Coordinator will be responsible for delegating access and rights to different users according to their role. As Revit supports work-sharing, it allows all the disciplines to see the changes in the model made after synchronizing and adjust their design if needed.

	====Clash test====		=====Clash test=====

	Once the design is in progress, a good practice would be to supervise it throughout all the stages, so no big surprises come in the end. To monitor, a PM must perform “clash tests” on the models. That consists of merging the different models together and checking where the geometry overlaps. Those overlapping are called clashes, or issues. The amount of clashes tends to be proportional with the size of the project, as the bigger projects contain more objects and the geometry becomes more complex. Once those clashes are identified, they can be assigned as tasks to different disciplines. Comments can be written, specifying the action needed. The less clashes the model has, the more accurate the information is, and more precise estimations can be made.		Once the design is in progress, a good practice would be to supervise it throughout all the stages, so no big surprises come in the end. To monitor, a PM must perform “clash tests” on the models. That consists of merging the different models together and checking where the geometry overlaps. Those overlapping are called clashes, or issues. The amount of clashes tends to be proportional with the size of the project, as the bigger projects contain more objects and the geometry becomes more complex. Once those clashes are identified, they can be assigned as tasks to different disciplines. Comments can be written, specifying the action needed. The less clashes the model has, the more accurate the information is, and more precise estimations can be made.

	====Simulations====		=====Simulations=====

	One use of the metadata is to be used for simulations. There are many types of software specialized in different types of simulations, but some that are without a doubt useful are for example: load-bearing simulations; energy simulations; daylight simulations. They take the metadata as input and use build-in formulas to produce in few hours results, that took days not so long ago. The time for calculation time is reduced significantly, and the design can be optimized.		One use of the metadata is to be used for simulations. There are many types of software specialized in different types of simulations, but some that are without a doubt useful are for example: load-bearing simulations; energy simulations; daylight simulations. They take the metadata as input and use build-in formulas to produce in few hours results, that took days not so long ago. The time for calculation time is reduced significantly, and the design can be optimized.

	== Planning ==		=== Planning ===

	=== Cost estimation ===		==== Cost estimation ====

	There are many ways to estimate the budget of a project, and most firms have their own way of dealing with it. Estimations are based on current prices found in catalogues, previous orders, special agreements, etc. Some use spreadsheets, others software, and the accuracy can vary. Unexpected cost and contingencies must be taken into consideration always. Another use of the metadata can be utilized here, by extracting the quantities for those spreadsheets, instead of typing them manually one by one. This can be a great advantage for bigger projects.		There are many ways to estimate the budget of a project, and most firms have their own way of dealing with it. Estimations are based on current prices found in catalogues, previous orders, special agreements, etc. Some use spreadsheets, others software, and the accuracy can vary. Unexpected cost and contingencies must be taken into consideration always. Another use of the metadata can be utilized here, by extracting the quantities for those spreadsheets, instead of typing them manually one by one. This can be a great advantage for bigger projects.
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	== Execution ==		=== Execution ===

	After the design is decided upon, construction can begin. Time is an important factor in most projects, so efficiency in coordinating the work is valued highly. The bigger the project, the more roles, contractors and activities on site. Poor information flow can cause a of chain reactions that can lead to huge delays.		After the design is decided upon, construction can begin. Time is an important factor in most projects, so efficiency in coordinating the work is valued highly. The bigger the project, the more roles, contractors and activities on site. Poor information flow can cause a of chain reactions that can lead to huge delays.

	=== Dalux ===		==== Dalux ====
	Having a BIM model is essential, but in order to manage the project, one has to supplement it with other software. Dalux is a software company specialized in exactly that, and it has created different features to support the project trough it's life-cycle stages.		Having a BIM model is essential, but in order to manage the project, one has to supplement it with other software. Dalux is a software company specialized in exactly that, and it has created different features to support the project trough it's life-cycle stages.

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	The idea of the project is manifested trough the BIM software, where the different disciplines coordinate with each other to create a meaningful model. Once all the models are linked, they can be exported directly into Dalux. The Revit model must be updated frequently, as there is not a live link between Revit and Dalux.		The idea of the project is manifested trough the BIM software, where the different disciplines coordinate with each other to create a meaningful model. Once all the models are linked, they can be exported directly into Dalux. The Revit model must be updated frequently, as there is not a live link between Revit and Dalux.

	==== BIM viewer ====		===== BIM viewer =====
	Before accessing the quality of the design, or work done, a PM has to be able to navigate into the model. Dalux has a clear advantage here, as it uses low resolution rendering, which reduces the lag time when working with the model, and in big projects, with many details, even a simple zoom in/out can cause lag on a regular machine. The BIM viewer is a free feature, which makes it accessible for workers on site. It allows them to explore the model in 2D or 3D. The benefit of having an updated model at your disposal (as long as one has a smart device) is that all the information is accurate and accessible. There is also a hyperlink, which allows one to switch to another drawing directly by clicking the link. Furthermore, there is an option to compare version of the same drawing.		Before accessing the quality of the design, or work done, a PM has to be able to navigate into the model. Dalux has a clear advantage here, as it uses low resolution rendering, which reduces the lag time when working with the model, and in big projects, with many details, even a simple zoom in/out can cause lag on a regular machine. The BIM viewer is a free feature, which makes it accessible for workers on site. It allows them to explore the model in 2D or 3D. The benefit of having an updated model at your disposal (as long as one has a smart device) is that all the information is accurate and accessible. There is also a hyperlink, which allows one to switch to another drawing directly by clicking the link. Furthermore, there is an option to compare version of the same drawing.

	==== Box ====		===== Box =====

	Dalux Box is a feature of the software, that provides a platform for storage of information in all forms and formats. It also indicates the dates of uploads, by whom it is uploaded and the version of the document. That can be very relevant for drawings, as the latest version will naturally contain the recent changes (which are automatically highlighted in the PDF) made to the project. Irrelevant and/or confidential information is restricted to the individual work packages. For example, a carpenter would not have access to the contract made by the client and the PM. Documents, requirements, issues, recommendations, specifications, drawings and other information can be uploaded, and later on used for issuing a Facility Management manuals and strategies.		Dalux Box is a feature of the software, that provides a platform for storage of information in all forms and formats. It also indicates the dates of uploads, by whom it is uploaded and the version of the document. That can be very relevant for drawings, as the latest version will naturally contain the recent changes (which are automatically highlighted in the PDF) made to the project. Irrelevant and/or confidential information is restricted to the individual work packages. For example, a carpenter would not have access to the contract made by the client and the PM. Documents, requirements, issues, recommendations, specifications, drawings and other information can be uploaded, and later on used for issuing a Facility Management manuals and strategies.

	==== Field ====		===== Field =====


	====Reality capture ====		=====Reality capture =====

	==== Handover ====		===== Handover =====

	==== Facility Management ====		===== Facility Management =====

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	It can be argued that a project starts with defining the scope, and in some cases the PM's role starts as well. It is normally included in the Project description, and is used as basis for tendering. ''Dalux Box'' can be used to store the relevant documentation. The benefit of using a common platform, is that all the relevant information can be accessed by the stakeholders who need it quickly, and misunderstandings can be avoided.		It can be argued that a project starts with defining the scope, and in some cases the PM's role starts as well. It is normally included in the Project description, and is used as basis for tendering. ''Dalux Box'' can be used to store the relevant documentation. The benefit of using a common platform, is that all the relevant information can be accessed by the stakeholders who need it quickly, and misunderstandings can be avoided.

	== Design ~~Phase~~==		== Design ==

	After the project scope is defined and the key stakeholders are identified, the design phase can start.		After the project scope is defined and the key stakeholders are identified, the design phase can start.

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	The principle the software operates on, is that every user is registered with contact information and set in a ''group''. A group can consist of one, or more users, and one user can be a part of one or more groups. The groups are given ''permissions'', which determine the access of information the have, the work flows and tasks that can be assigned to them. All the tasks performed are kept and can be used later for documentation. The benefits of that is that it creates an easy and accessible common platform for all the stakeholders, without overwhelming them with irrelevant information.		The principle the software operates on, is that every user is registered with contact information and set in a ''group''. A group can consist of one, or more users, and one user can be a part of one or more groups. The groups are given ''permissions'', which determine the access of information the have, the work flows and tasks that can be assigned to them. All the tasks performed are kept and can be used later for documentation. The benefits of that is that it creates an easy and accessible common platform for all the stakeholders, without overwhelming them with irrelevant information.

	~~=== Idea ===~~
	The idea of the project is manifested trough the BIM software, where the different disciplines coordinate with each other to create a meaningful model. Once all the models are linked, they can be exported directly into Dalux. The Revit model must be updated frequently, as there is not a live link between Revit and Dalux.		The idea of the project is manifested trough the BIM software, where the different disciplines coordinate with each other to create a meaningful model. Once all the models are linked, they can be exported directly into Dalux. The Revit model must be updated frequently, as there is not a live link between Revit and Dalux.

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	~~==== FM ====~~

	== Examples ==		== Examples ==

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	~~=== Construction ===~~

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