ISO 19650-4:2022 is part of the ISO 19650 series of standards that establishes the principles and requirements for information exchange in BIM (Building Information Modelling) methodology, particularly in the construction and work execution stages of a building or asset, prior to its commissioning. Its main objective is to ensure that the information exchanged is appropriate and meets the established quality and validation criteria.
To this end, ISO 19650-4 defines a structured process for information exchange. This process includes the definition of information requirements, the production of information by designated parties, its review and verification against those requirements, approval for use and, finally, its publication and control in the so-called common data environment (CDE).
The standard distinguishes between the different types of information involved in this process, such as BIM models, technical documentation, planning and construction control information, partial and final deliverables, and data required for subsequent phases of the asset lifecycle.
Various key roles are involved in its application, mainly the appointing party—usually the client or developer—the appointed party—which includes contractors and subcontractors—the information manager, and specific task teams.
The adoption of this standard brings significant benefits, including improved coordination on site, reduced errors and rework, greater traceability of information, the availability of reliable data for control and decision-making, and the creation of a consistent basis for the asset’s operational phase.
If you would like to know more, follow the links to our discussions of parts 1, 2, and 3 of this standard:
» ISO 19650-1 for BIM, core principles
»ISO 19650-2 for BIM, more core principles
» ISO 19650-3 for BIM, information management in the operation phase
By Eduardo Hernández GarcÃa, senior structural modeller in the Architecture Department at Amusement Logic.
