The future of 3D data capture

Understanding the existing site conditions: many assets will pre-date 3D models, and even those designed in CAD will have changed during construction and operation. Operating or revamping an asset without a clear understanding of what exists presents significant risks and the potential for costly rework.

Managing change: whether it’s planning for a scheduled change or monitoring asset degradation,  an enormous quantity of information and processes from a variety of sources is involved.

Sharing project and asset intelligence: numerous stakeholders and entities are involved in the gathering and consuming of information. This risks miscommunication, misinformation and subsequent delays.

Project timescale and budget overruns: in 2012, Engineering News Record reported rework costs running up to 20% of a project's total contract, estimated in the US as $15 billion dollars a year.