One of the trailblazing technologies in the construction industry, Building Information Modeling (BIM) involves the creation and management of digital representation of a construction project, including buildings and structures, throughout its lifecycle. Apart from various regulations and standards by the UAE government mandating the use of BIM in certain construction project types, significant technological advancement over the last five years in terms of sophisticated features and capabilities has enabled construction companies across the UAE to use BIM for complex projects. As the construction industry continues to evolve, BIM is expected to play a crucial role in shaping the future of building design, construction, and operation within the UAE.
Established in 2018, Iridium Services & Logistics Consultancy is an Emirati Company, headquartered in Abu Dhabi, with a specialization in Integrated Logistic Support (ILS), Asset Management, and Through Life Data Management – TLDM (i.e. configuration management, inventory & warehouse mana- gement, and maintenance management).
Offering a Comprehensive BIM for FM Solution
What makes Iridium stand out from the rest of its peers in the market is the comprehensive solution offered by the company. The wealth of experience accumulated over more than two decades in Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) within the defense sector has paved the way for applying this expertise to the Building Information Modeling (BIM) realm. This transition has enabled the establishment of operational workflows aimed at enhancing the efficiency of operational and maintenance tasks encountered by facility management professionals daily. Such an approach not only enhances asset efficiency but also reduces the overall life cycle costs of the project.
Specifically, Iridium is designed to concentrate on the 6D dimension of BIM, which involves integrating data pertinent to facility management across the entirety of a building's lifecycle. This encompasses details regarding asset management, maintenance schedules, lifecycle expenses, space allocation, energy efficiency, and compliance with regulations.
Essentially, 6D BIM empowers stakeholders to efficiently oversee and enhance building operations and maintenance tasks. The thoroughness and precision of the 6D BIM Data will facilitate a smooth transition to effective Facility Management (FM). This entails the array of activities related to maintaining and overseeing all facets of an existing building to attain and sustain specified performance standards, meeting the organization's requirements while fostering a superior working environment at an optimized expenditure.
To ensure the highest-quality BIM for FM solution, Iridium, throughout the BIM modeling process, implements a range of quality control measures, such as establishing standardized processes and workflows, investing in various training and skill development programs for the team, and maintaining comprehensive documentation and version control systems.
Smart Data Management Beyond BIM Data
Although approximately 80 percent of a facility's lifecycle expenses typically occur after handover for maintenance and operations, Iridium's main objective is to introduce various strategies through intelligent data handling. These strategies include optimizing the allocation of manpower, materials, and equipment, as well as enhancing decision-making processes to reduce unnecessary expenditures while simultaneously enhancing asset efficiency and decreasing facility management costs.
Unlocking the synergy between 6D & 7D BIM Dimensions, Iridium emerges as the ultimate conduit for cost-effective asset operation & maintenance
Iridium boasts a team of highly skilled professionals with extensive engineering expertise in the Asset Management domain, enabling it to offer customized solutions based on client requirements and expectations. According to Najeeb Al Shkeili, Chief Executive Officer at Iridium, “Iridium will provide ongoing support to facility management organizations with long-term data management and information digitalization through various interactive solutions, to ensure real-time consultation of coherent and authentic data. This involves skillfully crafting a structured data interface, primarily integrating inputs from configuration management, inventory & warehouse management, and maintenance management implementations. When it comes to costeffective operation and maintenance of assets, Iridium is the right choice for building the bridge between 6D and 7D BIM Dimension.”
Future Roadmap
During its early days, Iridium primarily focused on establishing itself in the local construction market with a maximum focus on client satisfaction while constantly trying to identify the 'BIM Wound' in the sector. Over the years, the company has gained traction and expertise while establishing important connections with both local as well as well-established organizations in the sector and proposing the new 'BIM philosophy'.
Looking ahead to the future roadmap, Iridium will concentrate on advanced solutions that integrate AI, BIM, and Facility Management, forging a symbiotic relationship. In this setup, AI utilizes insights derived from BIM data to enhance decision-making in facility management. BIM acts as the foundation for data integration and visualization, while AI streamlines processes and enhances operational efficiency. This integration results in more effectively managed facilities and improved occupant experiences.
Najeeb Al Shkeili, CEO, Iridium
Najeeb Al Shkeili is an engineer with a vision, serving as CEO of Iridium. With a background in Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering from The George Washington University, he brings over two decades of expertise to his leadership roles.
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