On my way back from IFMA 2012, which included the initial meeting of the BIMLO committee/group.  This is a group focused upon BIM and life-cycle operation of the built environment.

Interestingly enough IFMA’s definition of facility management is virtually equal to that of BIM.   I am hopeful that IFMA will leverage it’s potential to finally get BIM moving in the right direction, and away from the the “3d distraction”.   The true value of BIM is in the development, communication, and on-going improvement of robust business processes supporting life-cycle management of the built environment, supported by standardized terms, information, data, metrics, and supporting technologies.
Lastly, collaborative construction project delivery methods are critical to BIM, including Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) for new construction, and Job Order Contracting (JOC) for renovation, repair, sustainability, and minor new construction.