Extend BIM into a connected digital asset.
The NxtGen supports digital twin and asset information workflows that connect structured BIM data with the information required to understand, manage and support built assets beyond project delivery.
Turn project information into a usable digital asset.
BIM creates a structured representation of a building. A digital twin workflow can extend that information by connecting relevant asset, operational and lifecycle data with the digital building environment.
The exact level of integration depends on the client's asset requirements, available systems, project information and intended operational use.
More than a 3D model.
A useful digital asset combines geometry with relevant project and asset information based on its intended purpose.
Building Geometry
Structured BIM geometry representing relevant architectural, structural and building-service elements.
Asset Information
Relevant equipment, component and asset information linked with digital building elements.
Project Documentation
Digital information structured around available drawings, records and agreed project deliverables.
As-Built Information
Final available project information incorporated where required by the agreed project scope.
Operations Data
Relevant information prepared to support downstream facility and operational workflows.
Digital Collaboration
Structured project information made easier to review, navigate and communicate across teams.
Connect information across the building lifecycle.
Digital information can evolve as a project moves from design through construction, handover and operation.
Design
Establish structured BIM information during design and coordination.
Coordinate
Connect project disciplines within coordinated digital models.
Construct
Support construction using coordinated project information.
Handover
Structure relevant final information for project closeout.
Operate
Support downstream asset and facility information workflows.
Structure information around the way the asset will be used.
There is no single digital twin structure suitable for every project. Required information should be defined around the client's objectives, systems and downstream use.
Organize relevant building components and equipment using structured identifiers.
Associate available technical information with relevant modeled assets.
Maintain relationships between assets, spaces and building areas.
Structure relevant information so project documents can be associated with assets where required.
Prepare agreed digital information to support project closeout and downstream use.
Digital twin workflows for connected asset information.
The intended application should be established before defining the required model and data structure.
Facility Information
Organize building and asset information for future facility-related workflows.
Asset Documentation
Maintain structured information associated with relevant building assets.
Digital Handover
Support project closeout through structured digital asset information.
Existing Buildings
Combine available as-built, scan-based and asset information for existing facilities.
Portfolio Information
Create more consistent digital information structures across assets where required.
Lifecycle Planning
Use structured building information as a foundation for future operational workflows.
Deliverables shaped by the required digital use.
Final outputs depend on the project's agreed information requirements, available source information and intended asset workflow.
As-Built BIM
Updated BIM information based on available final project inputs.
Asset Information
Structured asset data associated with relevant digital elements.
Digital Handover
Organized project information prepared for agreed downstream use.
Data Structure
Information structured according to project and client requirements.
Model Documentation
Relevant model information and documentation prepared for delivery.
Asset Coordination
Review available digital information prior to final handover.
Start with the information the asset actually needs.
Define
Understand asset objectives, use cases and information requirements.
Review
Review BIM models, documentation and available asset data.
Structure
Organize relevant digital model and asset information.
Validate
Review available information against agreed delivery requirements.
Deliver
Provide agreed digital asset information and outputs.
Connected workflows built around project requirements.
Technology selection depends on client systems, BIM standards, available project information and intended digital twin use.
Ready to extend your BIM data beyond project delivery?
Tell us about your asset information, as-built BIM and digital handover requirements.
Discuss Your Digital Twin Project →