Executing a BIM Project varies from a traditional one in all aspects of a project life-cycle. Understanding this difference and tailoring the project execution strategy accordingly is the key to success.

Templates are used to guide the modeling teams to ensure that most of the standardized information is pre-set into the project files before standing the activity.
Several templates files for various types of BIM uses needs to be developed during the course of a project life-cycle.

Although BIM work-flow involves using 3D models through out the project life-cycle, 2D drawings are still necessary to support the models with more details or text notes.
Documentation standards are important to maintain consistency and clarity of information provided in the 2D drawings.

Using BIM Models started at the early design stage all the way for planning the project schedule and also to identify potential sequencing issues in the process is another elaborate exercise.
Specific tools with sequencing features and the standards to help manage them are very important to gain the benefit from this process.

Being able to accurately define the total quantities for all components involved in the project from the very early stage of the project is a major advantage.
Models developed for quantity take-off are required to follow certain modeling procedures to ensure that the quantities are accurate. Documenting this as a standard and sharing with all design teams will avoid remodelling activities at the later stage.

Coordinating multiple disciplines is one of the major benefits of working in 3D environment. However, the process can be complicated and taxing on certain MEP intensive BIM projects.
Following BIM Coordination BIM Standards will help keep the process organized and easy to monitor various design issues
identified in the process.

Standardizing the process and information requirements for BIM Models before the start of the project is very important. These standards will help the models to develop progressively along multiple stages of the project life-cycle.