Construction Database-Supported and BIM-Based Interface Communication and Management: A Pilot Project

Table 4

Project managers’ evaluation comments.

No.	Participant comments
1	Generally, using screen captures of BIM models and communicating interface discussions with related engineers can be time consuming. The system is a helpful communication platform for BIM models integrated with illustrations on the web that saves much time when communicating interfaces.
2	The DBCMI system helps me to manage current interface results and track all ongoing interfaces effectively. The system is more convenient and helpful than e-mail.
3	The DBCMI system provided me with easy access to related interfaces and information and it helps communicate and handle interface problems and responses.
4	I previously used e-mail to check and track interface issue results and work. However, with the DBCMI system, I can trace and manage the same more quickly and effectively. In fact, the system is very useful for project engineers and managers when handling interface problems and responses.
5	The DBCMI system records all communication regarding the BIM model elements, which is very helpful when I need to refer to related information. Also, the DBCMI system’s functions differ from those of existing BIM tools and software.
6	It took me a while to learn the DBCMI system. In the beginning, it was not easy and I needed other engineers’ assistance to use the system. However, I am now used to managing and responding to interface issues using the system.
7	One of the problems I faced before using the DBCMI system was not being able to understand the mistakes identified and illustrated by the BIM models. The DBCMI system helps me to understand all problems, explanations, and illustrations regarding construction interface issues more easily.
8	The proposed markup-enabled BIM viewer in the DBCMI system could significantly enhance interface discussions and responses and applies an effective view of construction interface management.