How can construction professionals improve the efficiency and effectiveness of their BIM process? During this pre-BAS 2023 #BIMTalk, Kehinde Ayobade will share ways in which various Building Information Modeling (BIM) softwares can be enhanced through automation, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), custom plug-ins, and databases. Automation involves using software to automate repetitive tasks, such as data entry and model updates. APIs allow BIM software to communicate and share data with other software programs. Custom plug-ins are software add-ons that can be used to extend the capabilities of BIM software. Databases are used to store and organize BIM data and can be used to improve data management and collaboration within project teams. Kehinde is a BIM Developer, Structural Engineer, and the Founder of KS Digital Innovations. Under his start-up, He recently launched a free custom Revit plug-in that helps BIM-savvy professionals automate multiple and unnecessary redundant tasks. During this pre-BAS 2023 #BIMTalk, Kehinde will highlight a number of trending BIM software and tools currently deployed by various professions in the AEC industry and how project tasks, workflows, design processes and methods can be enhanced through automation, customizing APIs and developing plug-ins. He will touch down with definite insight on how each software can be customized, the available API documentation and references on the web, relevant programming languages to learn, resources on how to kickstart the journey to BIM development, and a quick showcase of how a sample custom plug-in can be built over a selected BIM tool. He will also briefly discuss how databases can be deployed with tools like MySQL to store, manage and manipulate BIM model data for better information management and BIM model quality assurance. This #BIMTalk session is a part of the virtual learning session preceding the BIM Africa Summit (BAS) 2023, to be held in Marrakech, Morocco, on the 18th and 19th of May, 2023. The BIM Africa #BIMTalk is a periodic learning-based virtual program. REGISTER FREE TO ATTEND

The Buildings and Construction sector currently accounts for 21% of global greenhouse emissions. The Buildings and Climate Global Forum is designed to strengthen international collaboration to put the buildings sector on track to meet the objectives of the Paris Agreement. The event, co-organized by Ministère Écologie Territoires and UN Environment Programme Global Alliance for Buildings and Construction (GlobalABC), aims to gather ministers, high-level representatives, and stakeholders to advance the decarbonization and resilience of the buildings sector. The first edition Global Forum aims to establish a general framework for international cooperation and commitment with a view to the decarbonization, adaptation, and resilience of the buildings sector by 2050. As part of the Forum, BIM Africa is co-leading the session on the solutions and challenges for digital innovation to reduce whole-life carbon emissions on 7 March 2024 from 16:15 to 17:30 CET. The climate impact of buildings is likely to increase in the coming decades due to rapid growth, especially in urban areas across the Global South; 70% of the buildings projected to exist in Africa in 2040 are yet to be constructed. Digital technologies can enhance the design, construction, operation, and maintenance to reduce whole-life carbon emissions and enable better collaboration and data sharing among stakeholders. At the Forum, BIM Africa will present case studies from various African countries deploying digital solutions, and outline the research and innovation needs and objectives to accelerate and mainstream new technologies.   The BIM Africa delegates to the Forum is led by the Executive Director, Mohammad AlAgouz, and other Directors, Kehinde Adeyemo and Moses Itanola. The delegation will also participate in others events during the pre-forum on 5 and 6 March 2024. Connect with us in Paris at the Buildings and Climate Global Forum! #BuildForClimate #BIMAfrica #BIM #Africa

BIM standards are guidelines that help implement BIM across construction projects. They are a set of best practices, procedures, and methodologies that ensure BIM is implemented consistently and effectively. Despite the vast potential of BIM, there is a slow uptake across the African built industry. Join us for this insightful #BIMTalk session, where our expert speaker Mahmoud Adly will share valuable insights and best practices on implementing BIM standards. You’ll gain a deeper understanding of national BIM standards, the ISO 19650, and how to initiate standard implementation in African countries. Through real-world case studies, you’ll learn from successes, challenges, and lessons learned, and discover strategies for overcoming common obstacles to ensure sustainability. Mahmoud Adly is a qualified and talented architect with 26 years of experience. He has extensive expertise in BIM management, as well as in technical engineering, construction, and supervision. He has contributed to many prestigious projects in the UAE. Since 2009, he has been on his BIM journey, exploring digital engineering methods from concept design and design development to engineering, construction, and handover. Mahmoud has taken on the responsibility of converting many design and construction teams and firms in the UAE to BIM, as well as numerous governmental entities. He has written BIM protocols, set up standard procedures and strategies, and maintained the entire BIM lifecycle, from the concept stage to facility management, covering 3D to 7D. While working on high-profile projects, Mahmoud has demonstrated exceptional skills in multidisciplinary design and construction leadership. He has successfully utilized BIM strategies with top developers and consultants in the Middle East, achieving targeted objectives within a controlled, timely manner. His global master’s degree in BIM has provided him with a comprehensive understanding of BIM implementation and best practices. He has gained in-depth knowledge of BIM-related software, including Revit, ArchiCAD, Aecosim, Navisworks, Dynamo, Synchro, Vico, Costit, CostX, Cype, Tekla, and ProjectWise/Revit Server. Additionally, the Smart Cities Management master’s program has equipped Mahmoud to manage multidisciplinary approaches for smart cities, considering emerging technological tools in urban contexts, intelligent city BIM applications and initiatives, and intelligent facility management. The BIM Africa #BIMTalk (January Edition) is a periodic learning-based virtual program. Join us on Friday, January 31, 2025, at 11am GMT. Set reminder to attend the event

BIM standards are guidelines that help implement BIM across construction projects. They are a set of best practices, procedures, and methodologies that ensure BIM is implemented consistently and effectively. Despite the vast potential of BIM, there is a slow uptake across the African built industry. Join us for this insightful #BIMTalk session, where our expert speaker Mahmoud Adly will share valuable insights and best practices on implementing BIM standards. You’ll gain a deeper understanding of national BIM standards, the ISO 19650, and how to initiate standard implementation in African countries. Through real-world case studies, you’ll learn from successes, challenges, and lessons learned, and discover strategies for overcoming common obstacles to ensure sustainability. Mahmoud Adly is a qualified and talented architect with 26 years of experience. He has extensive expertise in BIM management, as well as in technical engineering, construction, and supervision. He has contributed to many prestigious projects in the UAE. Since 2009, he has been on his BIM journey, exploring digital engineering methods from concept design and design development to engineering, construction, and handover. Mahmoud has taken on the responsibility of converting many design and construction teams and firms in the UAE to BIM, as well as numerous governmental entities. He has written BIM protocols, set up standard procedures and strategies, and maintained the entire BIM lifecycle, from the concept stage to facility management, covering 3D to 7D. While working on high-profile projects, Mahmoud has demonstrated exceptional skills in multidisciplinary design and construction leadership. He has successfully utilized BIM strategies with top developers and consultants in the Middle East, achieving targeted objectives within a controlled, timely manner. His global master’s degree in BIM has provided him with a comprehensive understanding of BIM implementation and best practices. He has gained in-depth knowledge of BIM-related software, including Revit, ArchiCAD, Aecosim, Navisworks, Dynamo, Synchro, Vico, Costit, CostX, Cype, Tekla, and ProjectWise/Revit Server. Additionally, the Smart Cities Management master’s program has equipped Mahmoud to manage multidisciplinary approaches for smart cities, considering emerging technological tools in urban contexts, intelligent city BIM applications and initiatives, and intelligent facility management. The BIM Africa #BIMTalk (January Edition) is a periodic learning-based virtual program. Join us on Friday, January 31, 2025, at 11am GMT. Set reminder to attend the event

The African BIM Report 2024 is Here! Don’t Miss the Launch! We are delighted to announce the official launch of the third edition of the African BIM Report – ABR 2024. This year’s report showcases groundbreaking projects, insightful case studies, expert views, and key findings from the 2024 survey. The African BIM Report is a bi-annual publication that provides a comprehensive overview of Building Information Modelling (BIM) adoption in Africa. It features expert insights, case studies, and survey results from across the continent, making it a valuable resource for industry professionals, policymakers, and researchers. Join us on Thursday, February 27, 2025 at 3:00 pm GMT for the launch of the African BIM Report 2024. What to Expect at the Event: Hear from the Co-Directors of the ABR 2024 Working Group, Dr. Noha Saleeb and Dr. Ons Najjar Mansour, and the various coordinators, Otitooluwa Tubi, Brian Boit, and Izuchukwu Stanley Ani, who will provide focused insights on the summary, components, and future of the ABR. A special panel discussion on the Future of Sustainable BIM in Africa with Innovative Industry 4.0 Technologies will feature the following panelists:

• Engr. Kehinde Adeyemi (Director, BIM Africa)
• Dr Calayde Davey (Senior Lecturer, University of Pretoria)
• Najib Adouane (Head of Digital Delivery at JESA; VP and Managing Director, BuildingSMART Morocco)
• Wambui Maina (Senior BIM Manager, MACE Group)

REGISTER NOW! Don’t miss this opportunity to explore the latest insights and trends shaping the African BIM landscape. Be part of the conversation shaping the future of BIM in Africa!