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Architects, contractors, occupants and various other stakeholders can easily access the valuable information instantaneously about the building model, as BIM makes it easy for designers to create such intelligent environment. However, the only limitation of such 3D BIM models is that they are prepared basis the amount of information and input fed in the BIM model by the architectural design support team.

5D BIM is integrates the cost estimation ability to the BIM model in a way that any change in the design is reflects immediately in the budget. The 4D model-based project schedule integrates a series of interdisciplinary performance models which includes the structure, labor force, workflow sequence and process of the design and construction.

Integrating BIM with building automation systems is a new concept on the block. Facility mangers are exploring its benefits and utilizing it to improve the efficiency within buildings like healthcare facilities, pharmaceuticals and the like. Facility managers can use BIM in conjunction with computer aided maintenance management system to chart out an improved maintenance plan and to build an operations and maintenance tracking tool.

BIM is an information pool that can be used to effectively measure energy consumption in a building, and for material take offs and quantitative analysis of several building and construction components that are required for a construction project.

Dynamism of global economy warrants a lot of savings on operational costs; for everyone - including hotel property owners. A lot of hoteliers are trying new avenues of integrating sustainability into construction or tweak existing properties to save on energy usage resulting in considerable cost savings. Appropriate planning and execution of energy efficient constructions or modifications may not only save on operating costs but also help with noteworthy tax savings.