The Bottom Line

Prepare for interdisciplinary collaboration. Proper planning and communication are the foundation of effective collaboration. Although only some client organizations may require a BIM planning document, it is a recommended strategy for all design teams.

Master It What are the key elements of a BIM execution plan?

Collaborate using linked Revit models. The most basic tool for collaboration is the ability to view consultants' data directly within the context of your own model. Project files from other disciplines can be linked and displayed with predictable visual fidelity without complex conversion processes.

Master It How can worksharing complement the use of linked Revit models?

Use Copy/Monitor between linked models. The Coordination ...

Get Mastering Autodesk® Revit® Architecture 2012 now with the O’Reilly learning platform.

O’Reilly members experience books, live events, courses curated by job role, and more from O’Reilly and nearly 200 top publishers.