ISO 29481-1:2016 is the Indian Standard (BIS) for building information models — information delivery manual — part 1: methodology and format. ISO 29481-1:2016 defines the Information Delivery Manual (IDM) — a structured way to document what information is needed by whom, when, and in what format for a given BIM process. Foundation for Model View Definitions (MVDs).
Specifies a methodology and format for documenting how information is exchanged in BIM workflows. Defines the Information Delivery Manual (IDM) structure.
Overview
- Status
- Current
- Usage level
- Reference
- Domain
- Digital Construction — BIM and Digital Construction
- Type
- International Standard
Also on InfraLens for ISO 29481-1
BIM-relevant code. See the BIM Hub for ISO 19650, IFC, and LOD/LOIN frameworks used alongside it.
Practical Notes
! IDMs are typically built once per workflow and re-used across projects
! Most engineers consume IDMs (via MVDs) without writing them
Frequently referenced clauses
Cl. 5 — Process map: what activities exchange information
Cl. 6 — Exchange requirements: what information is needed at each exchange
Cl. 7 — Functional parts: reusable information bundles
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Key Values2
Quick Reference Values
OutputProcess map + Exchange requirements + Functional parts
Used bySoftware vendors to define IFC Model View Definitions (MVDs)
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