About AEODC

AEODC is a promising player in the global AEC industry providing Virtual Design & Construction services to our clients worldwide using BIM technology. Our team of architects and engineers, with a combined experience of more than 2 decades, is well-versed with the global industry standards and deliver quality projects to our clients located across the world.

Our operations are spread over United States, Canada and India with an expansion into the European market in the works.

Will the AEC Industry Go Entirely Online or Work From Home with BIM?

The pandemic brought the world to a standstill, but it also introduced many new ways of working. We tried this strange phenomenon of “Working from Home” and seems like we liked it. According to a survey by Mckinsey, 58% of the US workforce says they would like to continue working from home, at least part-time.

But is this workflow advisable for the AEC industry? A significant portion of the construction process is on-site work. Would a fully remote, or a hybrid work model suit the industry?

Work from Home and Construction– A Good Combination?

Source:World Bank Blogs

Due to the nature of construction work, The COVID-19 pandemic had a significant impact on the construction industry as many sites were forced to shut down at the start of the pandemic. In fact, the National Association of Home Builders of America reported that 33% of projects were delayed at least by 3 months during the pandemic.

The pandemic engineered the adoption of remote work. A global survey by Architizer revealed that more than 80% of AEC professionals worked remotely during 2020. Tech-first organizations were able to adjust better to the restrictions of the pandemic. At AEODC, we adapted newer tools and workflows to keep the work flowing!

Meanwhile, BIM tools like Autodesk Revit helped the industry transition from offline to online seamlessly to work on tasks like designing, documentation, quality assurance, and quality control.

Remote Working with BIM

Source:Autodesk

Since the AEC industry has moved towards remote work, BIM has become a valuable tool to facilitate this transition. With a digital workflow, BIM allows professionals to work remotely while still staying closely connected to the project.

Cloud collaboration enables seamless coordination between team members across the globe. Even when team members are physically absent, they can still access the latest project data and collaborate with colleagues in real time.

The shift towards remote work improved productivity and cost savings. But this efficiency was only seen in firms familiar with digital tools such as Revit Architecture Modeling, MEP Modeling, Structural Modeling, and cloud collaboration.

However, effective remote working with BIM requires proper data management and cooperation within the team. Every professional should have a clear idea of their role and responsibilities as a part of the team. Strict protocols for data management and sharing, including regular backups, version control, and clear communication are also crucial.

WFH or Hybrid– What’s Better for the Construction Industry?

The construction industry is an intense blend of on-site and in-office workflows. Although remote working seems to be trending, both within the industry and outside, it is unfair to expect it to switch back to all offline or move completely online. A hybrid work model seems to be the sweet spot– a workflow customized to the nature of the organization and the role of the professional.

To successfully implement the hybrid model in the AEC industry, a good design background, a comprehensive understanding of BIM, and effective project management practices are essential. In order to accomplish a successful work-from-home experience, it is important to have a clear understanding of the tasks and responsibilities involved.

For individuals starting their careers in architecture and design, it may not be appropriate to pursue a work-from-home or hybrid work arrangement until they have developed a comprehensive understanding of design and construction processes. This can help to avoid potential complications and ensure a smooth work experience.

Since the last decade, we at AEODC have pioneered this new phase of the construction industry with tech-first workflows and design solutions tailored for the best results.

Common Queries

1. What is the future of BIM?

The future of BIM includes the digitalization of construction workflows, improved collaboration and integration, increased automation and sustainability, data-driven decision-making, and enhanced visualization through VR/AR.

2. Is BIM a good career?

BIM is a growing field with a demand for skilled professionals in project management, design, and technology. It offers good career opportunities with increasing demand in the future. However, one need to have fair understanding of design and construction practice.

3. Which country is best for BIM jobs?

Demand for BIM professionals varies globally, with strong demand in countries like the US, UK, Canada, Australia, and Europe.

Author

Kamaljeet S Marwah

About the Author

Having around two decades of AEC Industry experience, Kamaljeet aims for AEODC to serve a purpose in current digital revolution Global AEC Industry is experiencing. His first experience implementing BIM technology was in Year 2008 while working on Design and Construction of worlds largest and busiest airport situated in the Capital of India - Delhi International Airport T3. Since then, Kamaljeet is a strong believer that global construction Industry needs the much needed digital transformation.

He completed his Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering from BIT Mesra, Ranchi, followed by MBA from Schulich School of Business, York University, Toronto specializing in Corporate Finance and Strategic Management.

Date

January 31, 2024

The four pillars on which AEODC stands

Quality
- Client satisfaction is the topmost priority at AEODC.
- We have a rigorous quality control process throughout the project lifecycle with special attention to complete transparency.
- Our team goes above and beyond the client expectations as our end goal is not only to deliver quality but also to add value to the project by providing intelligent solutions.
Accuracy
- Our clients choose us for our knowledge – our team focuses on accuracy as much as it does on quality – after all what is quality without accuracy, right?
- Our submissions are detailed and aim to accurately capture the client requirements – the stated, the evident and the imperceptible.
- Our quality control process has built-in checks & balances to ensure overall accuracy of the project.
Commitment
- Our team adheres to a very high professional standard of excellence while staying committed to the core values of AEODC as well as our clients.
- Our commitment is not only to deliver a quality product but do it within the promised timeframe, every time – ‘consistency’ is key to commitment.
Communication
- The key to any successful relationship is effective communication and at AEODC, we do just that – staying connected with clients, providing accurate timely updates and actively listening to them throughout the project lifecycle.
- Communicating openly with our clients helps build trust and a deeper understanding of our clients’ requirements.
- Proactive communication not only assists us in delivering at par with our clients’ requirement but exceed their expectations time & again.

Quality
- Client satisfaction is the topmost priority at AEODC.
- We have a rigorous quality control process throughout the project lifecycle with special attention to complete transparency.
- Our team goes above and beyond the client expectations as our end goal is not only to deliver quality but also to add value to the project by providing intelligent solutions.
Accuracy
- Our clients choose us for our knowledge – our team focuses on accuracy as much as it does on quality – after all what is quality without accuracy, right?
- Our submissions are detailed and aim to accurately capture the client requirements – the stated, the evident and the imperceptible.
- Our quality control process has built-in checks & balances to ensure overall accuracy of the project.

Commitment
- Our team adheres to a very high professional standard of excellence while staying committed to the core values of AEODC as well as our clients.
- Our commitment is not only to deliver a quality product but do it within the promised timeframe, every time – ‘consistency’ is key to commitment.
Communication
- The key to any successful relationship is effective communication and at AEODC, we do just that – staying connected with clients, providing accurate timely updates and actively listening to them throughout the project lifecycle.
- Communicating openly with our clients helps build trust and a deeper understanding of our clients’ requirements.
- Proactive communication not only assists us in delivering at par with our clients’ requirement but exceed their expectations time & again.

Client satisfaction is the topmost priority at AEODC.
We have a rigorous quality control process throughout the project lifecycle with special attention to complete transparency.
Our team goes above and beyond the client expectations as our end goal is not only to deliver quality but also to add value to the project by providing intelligent solutions.

Will the AEC Industry Go Entirely Online or Work From Home with BIM?

Work from Home and Construction– A Good Combination?

Remote Working with BIM

WFH or Hybrid– What’s Better for the Construction Industry?

Common Queries

1. What is the future of BIM?

2. Is BIM a good career?

3. Which country is best for BIM jobs?

Author

Kamaljeet S Marwah

About the Author

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Client satisfaction is the topmost priority at AEODC.

We have a rigorous quality control process throughout the project lifecycle with special attention to complete transparency.

Our team goes above and beyond the client expectations as our end goal is not only to deliver quality but also to add value to the project by providing intelligent solutions.

Our clients choose us for our knowledge – our team focuses on accuracy as much as it does on quality – after all what is quality without accuracy, right?

Our submissions are detailed and aim to accurately capture the client requirements – the stated, the evident and the imperceptible.

Our quality control process has built-in checks & balances to ensure overall accuracy of the project.

Our team adheres to a very high professional standard of excellence while staying committed to the core values of AEODC as well as our clients.

Our commitment is not only to deliver a quality product but do it within the promised timeframe, every time – ‘consistency’ is key to commitment.

The key to any successful relationship is effective communication and at AEODC, we do just that – staying connected with clients, providing accurate timely updates and actively listening to them throughout the project lifecycle.

Communicating openly with our clients helps build trust and a deeper understanding of our clients’ requirements.

Proactive communication not only assists us in delivering at par with our clients’ requirement but exceed their expectations time & again.