Embracing BIM in its totality: a Total BIM case study

Purpose Building information modeling (BIM) is mostly limited to the design phase where two parallel processes exist, i.e. creating 2D-drawings and BIM. Towards end of process, BIM becomes obsolete as focus shifts producing static 2D-drawings, which leads a lack trust in In Scandinavia, concept known Total has emerged, novel “all-in” approach single source throughout project. This paper's purpose investigate overall holistic project support implementation strategy work connected Design/methodology/approach Qualitative data were collected through eight semi-structured interviews with digitalization leaders from case study Findings analyzed using framework implementation. The was contingent on strong interdependences between commonly found isolated uses. Four main success factors identified, production-oriented contractual legally binding construction document, cloud-based model management, user-friendly on-site mobile software leadership. Originality/value A unique studied used all phases communication platform. No 2D paper drawings highlights importance new digitalized process.