Implementing Building Information Modeling (BIM) presents companies with a variety of challenges that they must overcome. First, it requires an adjustment process that, depending on the existing conditions and the desired goals, may temporarily lead to a reduction in productivity. Investing in training and recruiting qualified staff at the start of the implementation can help overcome the initial hurdles. It is also to be expected that increased initial investments in training and software could deter some companies.
Nevertheless, it is crucial to make these investments to achieve long-term success with the BIM methodology. Transitioning to cloud-based solutions, purchasing software and training staff are inevitable steps, as BIM cannot be successfully implemented without these initial investments. It is also important to consider the possibility of redesigning established contract and compensation models.
However, the challenges extend beyond financial aspects. Companies must also overcome legal, technical and cultural obstacles. These include legal aspects, technical requirements, lack of technical skills, digital illiteracy and resistance to change in corporate culture.
It becomes clear that the introduction of BIM requires a carefully planned change management process that should be consistently pursued, even if setbacks may occur.
