Design management glossary

Asset information model (AIM) The term used to describe the PIM following its handover to the client for use in CAFM or asset management systems.

Asset management system A software system used to assist the asset management of a building.

BIM Building Information Modelling.

BIM model A multidisciplinary design model prepared using BIM technologies. Reference would be made to the BIM model rather than the general arrangement drawings.

BREEAM Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Methodology. A British sustainability accreditation scheme.

Briefing tracker A document used to track changes between the Initial Project Brief and the Final Project Brief.

CAFM system Computer-aided facilities management ...

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