The Building Information Model (BIM) (or: building data modelling) is not an invention of the digital age - it has come up as early as in the 1980s. It describes a complete digital (virtual) model of a building project; this goes far beyond the CAD model (3D model), because the time dimension (project phases, ideally: entire life cycle) and the cost dimension are also added. Result: A model with 5 dimensions (5D). This can ideally be accessed by all parties involved in a construction project: The planning office, the property developer, the construction companies, carpenters, plumbers, the operators and the client.

A variety of features and functional areas are relevant: 2D drawings, 3D models, document management, scheduling, collaboration, tracking of conflicts, change management, mobile access and the like. This is where different software solutions collaborate: CAD software, software for the digititation of product information for BIM models, planning features, tools for efficient communication between general contractors and manufacturers and much more.

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Sebastian Zang has cultivated a distinguished career in the IT industry, leading a wide range of software initiatives with a strong emphasis on automation and corporate growth. In his current role as Vice President Partners & Alliances at Beta Systems Software AG, he draws on his extensive expertise to spearhead global technological innovation. A graduate of Universität Passau, Sebastian brings a wealth of international experience, having worked across diverse markets and industries. In addition to his technical acumen, he is widely recognized for his thought leadership in areas such as automation, artificial intelligence, and business strategy.