Lecture 12: BIM's Contractual Collaboration

Question 1

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD)

Answer 1

Project delivery approach that integrates people, systems, business structures and practices into a process that collaboratively harnesses the talents and insights of all participants to optimize project results, increase value to the owner, reduce waste, and maximize efficiency through all phases of design, fabrication, and construction. Every player is involved from the beginning.

Question 2

IPD limitations (6)

Answer 2

1. Traditional project delivery models are largely institutionalized
2. Owner commitment
3. Professionals’ traditional mindset
4. Financing and funding models
5. Risk allocation
6. Legal and contractual challenges