What is the main objective of Phase 1 in the BIM Execution Plan?

The primary focus of Phase 1 in the BIM Execution Plan is to establish and identify the goals related to Building Information Modeling for the project. This involves determining the overall objectives that stakeholders wish to achieve through the use of BIM technology. By setting clear BIM goals at the outset, the project team can align their efforts around common objectives, which can include improving collaboration, enhancing visualization, increasing accuracy in estimations, or streamlining workflows.

This initial phase is crucial because it lays the foundation for subsequent phases, where specific deliverables, standards, and protocols are developed and refined. Identifying the BIM goals helps to inform the model content and sets the stage for establishing standards for model granularity and information exchanges later on in the process.