Asset Information Model: Your Blueprint for Smart Asset Management

At its core, an AIM (Asset Information Model) is a comprehensive data repository that fuels efficient asset management. It condenses all the critical data and information required for the seamless operation of an asset, primarily utilized during a building's operational phase.

The versatility of AIMs is impressive. They can house both graphical and non-graphical data, incorporating documents and metadata. This versatility extends to the range of assets they can cover, from individual structures to entire portfolios.

An AIM can be built from existing asset information systems, generated from new data, or derived from a Project Information Model (PIM) created during the construction of a new asset.

So, what's inside an AIM?

• Original Design Intent: This section holds the blueprint of the asset's original design, providing a foundation for future operations.
• 3D Models: Visualizing an asset in three dimensions is invaluable. AIMs store 3D models, enhancing our understanding of an asset's intricacies.
• Ownership Details: AIMs keep track of ownership rights and restrictions, critical for decision-making and compliance.
• Surveys and Inspections: Information from surveys and inspections are compiled here, aiding in real-time condition assessments and maintenance planning.
• Operational Performance Data: AIMs store operational performance information, enabling facility managers to monitor and optimize asset efficiency continually.

As a building transitions to the Operation/In-Use phases of its lifecycle, AIMs become indispensable. Clients, end-users, and facility managers leverage this wealth of information to ensure seamless, cost-effective, and efficient asset management.

In a world where data is king, Asset Information Models reign supreme, guiding us toward a future where intelligent asset management is the norm. Embracing AIMs is not just a step forward; it's a leap toward unlocking the full potential of our built environment.