OK, I've been lurking here for a couple of weeks now and quite frankly I
am scared to death 🙂 I design/detail curtain walls and window systems
for commercial glass companies nationwide. I started on the boards in
'69 and switched to Acad in '90 so I've got a bit of construction biz
and drafting experience under my belt. I've been contacted by one of my
larger (and best) customers about a series of projects that will require
me to have knowledge and use of Revit and Navisworks. I have no problem
with the upgrade in terms of cost of software or equipment but my
question is: how is my future design in Revit incorporated into the main
BIM? From what my short bit of research tells me, BIM is a great idea
that's been around for some time that is in a process of constant
development. The final BIM product at this point seems to be more of a
Shangri La than reality. I don't see any clear cut means to the end.
I think I understand the learning curve (frightful) and the costs
involved. What I need to know is: do I really need to do this?
thanks for any advice, I'm at your mercy
Dave Jones
Drafting & Design Plus (DDP)
Arroyo Grande, CA USA
