Building information modeling (BIM) is a 3D digital representation of a building

and a collection of processes for using that representation in construction

projects including buildings, roads, and bridges. As a result, it acts as a common
knowledge repository for information about a facility, providing a solid foundation
for decisions made throughout its life cycle (IBM Docs, 2022).

Collaboration between diverse stakeholders at different stages of a facility's life-

cycle to input, extract, update, or alter information in the Model to support and
reflect their roles is a basic premise of Building Information Modeling. The Model
is a digital representation that is shared and based on open standards to ensure
interoperability (Building Information Modeling (BIM) |

According to research, BIM is being employed throughout the Caribbean region,

particularly in nations such as Jamaica, where it was used to construct the
extension of the award-winning Karisma Hotels & Resorts.

The team has created a full 3D BIM model in order to fully coordinate the
project's various disciplines and ensure that final design documentation is
prepared in conformity with local codes and standards. Throughout the design
and execution phases, the central BIM model was updated in accordance with
delivered design documentation and revisions (BIM Use In Caribbean Resort
Project - BEXEL Manager, 2022).

BIM, an alternative technology that is gaining traction around the world, is

expected to solve the majority of the industry's problems. Antigua, on the other
hand, does not share this viewpoint. Traditional construction methods are still
used and no proof of BIM being implemented within the construction industry in
Antigua. The construction sector might benefit from the advancements of this
technology; however it currently does not exist.

References:

BEXEL Manager. 2022. BIM Use In Caribbean Resort Project - BEXEL Manager.
[online] Available at: <https://bexelmanager.com/projects/bim-use-in-caribbean-
resort-project/> [Accessed 23 January 2022].

Ibm.com. 2022. IBM Docs. [online] Available at:

<https://www.ibm.com/docs/en/mam-saas/7.6.0.9?topic=data-building-
information-modeling-bim> [Accessed 23 January 2022].

Wbdg.org. 2022. Building Information Modeling (BIM) | WBDG - Whole Building

Design Guide. [online] Available at: <https://www.wbdg.org/bim> [Accessed 23
January 2022].