A multitude of players, varied disciplines, lots of data...faced with these complex aspects of the construction industry, information management is a real challenge. How do you ensure smooth communication and coordination on your projects? That's where the COBie standard comes in: a structured method for managing data throughout a project's lifecycle. In this blog, we explain how it works in detail.
What is the COBie standard?
COBie, an acronym for "Construction Operations Building information Exchange", is a standardized digital data format used in the construction industry. This standard was conceived and developed with one objective in mind: to facilitate the exchange of key information between the various parties involved actors of a construction project. To achieve this, it provides complete and accurate digital documentation of a building's equipment and systems. This enables them to be monitored throughout their lifecycle.
The COBie format is generally based on a spreadsheet or a structured data model. It's key feature is its ability to organize data in a synchronized and consistent way, while making it accessible to all project stakeholders, from the design phase through to construction and operation. The COBie standard helps reduce errors, wasted time and the costs associated with poor information management.
How do you build a COBie file?
Building a COBie file involves several phases to gather, organize and
