Table 2 Factors considered in platform selection: enterprise collaboration needs.

From: Optimization of architectural design and construction with integrated BIM and PLM methodologies

Requirement

Requirement subitem

Description of requirement

Design collaboration

Platform role and permission customization

Based on the lightweight model of the web page, the review circle, message push and problem management

3D model proofreading

Design of the change process, data management, etc.

Data management and change

Revit, Catia component library warehousing, call, and information statistics management system

Component library management system

Management of personnel and data access rights of outsourcing units

Collaborative management of outsourcing companies

Knowledge base, knowledge retrieval and forum functions based on 3DE

Internal coordination

Knowledge management system

The 3DE platform is integrated with enterprise WeChat, instant messaging and message reminders.

Communication software integration

The material management platform is built based on three-dimensional digital-modulus correlation data.

Material management platform

Based on MBD data, cooperation with the processing plant data and implementation of the procurement, materials, and CNC processing process

External synergies

Design-processing collaboration

Based on virtual construction simulation, guidance of site construction and installation and management of the construction equipment, materials and personnel

Design-construction collaboration

Based on the 3D model, the GIS platform is imported to realize the operation and maintenance management.

Design operation and maintenance collaboration

3dEXCITE high-quality rendering application