La SIA, which already holds UNI EN ISO 900:2015 certification, has achieved Building Information Modelling (BIM) management systemcertification for architectural and engineering design activities in BIM mode. The verification process with the support of
Bureau Veritas Italy
, a leading company in inspection, compliance verification and certification services.
BIM certification process
The certification process was carried out in accordance with the reference practice “Uni/PdR 74:2019-BIM Management System-Requirements,” which defines the requirements of a BIM Management System (SGBIM) that an organization must implement to improve the efficiency of the process of planning, design, production, operation and eventual decommissioning of the work (ref. Uni/PdR 74:2019).
Stages of the certification audit
The certification audit took place in several stages:
- An introductory phase in which the level of understanding and implementation of the Bim Management process and its introduction within the company was assessed;
- A phase in which the capability of Architectural and Engineering Design in Bim mode was evaluated;
- A phase in which the Management capacity of the system was evaluated;
- a stage where room for improvement and future direction were shared with the examiner;
- A phase in which Support and participation by the company in structuring itself to apply standards and models effectively was verified;
- A stage at which the audit was closed.
BIM management system and integration with UNI EN ISO 9001:20015
The SGBIM certification, prepared to integrate smoothly with UNI EN ISO 9001:20015, certifies the implementation of the Bim method within the company through the improvement of the efficiency of design, production and programming processes in order to guarantee professionals and clients the application of the same working methodology and to improve the dialogue towards all involved stakeholders and clients. In addition, the certification gives evidence that the company has Bim-certified resources (BIM Manager, Bim Coordinator, Bim Specialist), appropriate software and hardware, and its own specific know-how and processes applied to the various jobs.
By achieving SGBIM certification La SIA confirms itself as a prominent company and consolidates its corporate brand, in line with its original mission. Thus, securing a competitive advantage in participating in both public and private tenders.
