Case Study
Utilizing Competence Center Services for BIM Implementation
Context and Legislative Framework
The customers are organizations obligated under Act No. 330/2025 Coll., on Building Information Management and the Built Environment (hereinafter the “BIM Act”) and construction companies interested in digitalizing the building preparation and execution process and creating a Building Information Model (BIM model).
The obligation to use the BIM method brings the need to introduce new standards, processes, and technologies. Many organizations are therefore looking for a professional partner to help them manage the transformation effectively and with minimal risk.
The Role of the Competence Center
The Competence Center acts as a professional partner and guide for the customer during the implementation of the BIM methodology. Its main goal is the transfer of knowledge and experience to the customer’s organization and support in developing their own BIM team.
The services are designed not to exceed the limits for small-scale public contracts under the Public Procurement Act, which guarantees flexibility and administrative simplicity.
Basic Phases of Competence Center Services
1. Educational Phase
– Providing training and workshops for management and professional staff.
– Explaining the principles of the BIM method, legislative requirements, and standards.
– Demonstrations of practical BIM use in individual phases of the building life cycle (preparation, execution, management).
Output: The organization gains a clear idea of how BIM fits into its processes and what benefits it can bring.
2. Verification Phase (Pilot Project)
– Joint evaluation of a suitable pilot project.
– Setting up procedures, roles, and responsibilities for working with BIM.
– Practical verification of the methodology on a specific construction project of the customer.
Output: The customer has a real example of BIM use in their environment and a verified procedure that can be scaled.
3. Support Phase
– Providing methodological and consulting support to the customer’s BIM team.
– Collaboration in preparing BIM protocols, standards, and internal documentation.
– Assistance in communicating with designers, contractors, and investors regarding BIM requirements.
Output: The customer has a stable internal team capable of independently applying BIM in the long term.
Benefits for the Customer
– Compliance with legislation – fulfillment of obligations under Act No. 47/2020 Coll.
– More efficient building preparation and execution – the digital model allows for better planning, coordination, and cost control.
– Knowledge transfer – professional know-how is permanently transferred to the customer’s internal team.
– Risk reduction – verification on a pilot project minimizes the risks of unsuccessful implementation.
– Long-term sustainability – the customer receives support even after BIM is put into practice.
Conclusion
The Competence Center represents an effective path for implementing the BIM method into the customer’s organization. The gradual structure (education → verification project → support) ensures that the customer not only meets legal obligations but also gains practically applicable knowledge and builds their own capacity for the digital transformation of construction processes.