Buildingits

Buildingits is a term used in construction and information technology discourse to describe an integrated approach to planning, designing, building, and operating facilities. It emphasizes aligning building design with information technology infrastructure and data management from the outset, aiming to create data-rich models that inform decisions throughout the project lifecycle and into facility operation.

The term does not refer to a single standardized methodology. It emerged in discussions around BIM, digital twins, and lifecycle management, and is used variably across organizations. In general, buildingits denotes practices that blur the line between construction activities and information systems, promoting cross-disciplinary collaboration and shared data governance.

Core elements include interoperability across software and data formats, modular and prefabricated construction, closed-loop feedback from operation to design, and a lifecycle perspective that tracks performance data. Tools commonly associated with buildingits include BIM platforms, digital twins, cloud collaboration, and open data standards.

Benefits cited for buildingits include reduced rework, faster delivery, more accurate cost and schedule forecasting, and improved facility management through better asset data. Challenges include lack of standardization, upfront cost, data governance, and the need for organizational change to realize cross-disciplinary workflows.