The BIMERR Interoperability Framework: Towards BIM Enabled Interoperability in the Construction Sector

Abstract

Interoperability Is An Ever-Present Challenge For The Construction Industry Despite The Intensive Research And Standardisation Efforts, Including Building Information Modelling (BIM), And Common Data Environments (CDEs). This Paper Presents The BIMERR Interoperability Framework (BIF), A Cloud-Based Platform Aiming To Facilitate Seamless Data Integration, Leveraging Flexible Ontology And Data Model Management Capabilities Combined With Flexible Querying And Retrieval Mechanisms, To Allow Secure Collaboration Of Legacy Systems And Cutting-Edge Applications In Construction Projects. The Design Principles Of The BIF And Interactions Of Any Construction Tech Application With The BIF Are Elaborated While The Perspectives Opened Up Through The Demonstration Activities In The Construction Sector Summarize This Work.