Artificial Intelligence (AI) is having an impact on many industries, and construction is one of them. However, it does not seem to be having the same impact on the construction industry as it is having on others. Why is this? AI is the name given to the mimicking of human brain functions (such as learning, ...
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In the aftermath of the Grenfell Tower disaster, The Ministry of Housing, Communities & Local Government has recently released a 192-page consultation document entitled "Building a Safer Future: Proposals for reform of the building safety regulatory system." The consultation will take place from 6th June to 31st July 2019 and follows on from Dame Judith ...
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Structural design engineers play a vital role in construction projects, as they are responsible for ensuring the structural systems within a building can withstand internal and external extreme forces and loads. Without structural engineers, it would be virtually impossible for us to keep buildings standing. As we have spoken about in previous posts, there are ...
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In the four previous blog posts, we have published as a guide to the UK BIM Alliance's "Going Digital" document, we have covered becoming aware of BIM, making a strategy, equipping the office to be able to work digitally, and formalising the use of digital with your client. The next step, therefore, is to take ...
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As well as offering BIM services, The CAD Room also offers a 2D CAD service- and Sophia is our 2D CAD Manager. As part of our Women in BIM series of blog posts, we spoke to Sophia about her role and how she found working in the industry. What is a 2D CAD Manager? CAD stands ...
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Following on from our previous blog posts about the UK BIM Alliance's 'Going Digital' report, we are now going to take a closer look at Module Four "Formalising the use of Digital Working." Most construction projects start off with a decision being made on which procurement path the project will go down - in other ...
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As part of our Women in BIM series of blog posts, this month we are going to be talking about the role of an Office Manager. Not all positions within the world of BIM are CAD related, and the role of Office Manager cannot be understated. They are the people that ensure that the business ...
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As part of our series of blogs exploring the information in the UK BIM Alliance's recent "Going Digital" report, we have taken a closer look at Module One 'Becoming Aware' and Module 2 'Strategy Making'. In this post, we are going to look at Module 3 'Equipping the Client Office.' which is a critical thing ...
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As part of our Women in BIM series of posts, we are going to take a closer look at some of the roles available in the construction industry. From the qualifications and training, you will need, to progression opportunities - plus a behind-the-scenes view from the relevant person at The CAD Room. Everything you need ...
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As part of our series of posts looking at the UK BIM Alliance, "Going Digital: A Guide for Construction Clients" – released this month – we are going to look at Module 2: Strategy Making. If you remember, Module One was about the client becoming aware of what BIM is and the scope of work ...
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