Naming convention for information containers according to ISO 19650

Abstract

When managing construction project information using Building Information Modelling (BIM), the Common Data Environment (CDE) assumes a pivotal role in storing, managing, and sharing information among relevant parties. The proper organizing and naming of Information Containers (ICs) within CDE not only facilitates uniformity, the ease of information use; enhances interactivity and ability to access information quickly and accurately but also significantly contributes to the efficiency of construction project information management in the context of BIM application. Through theoretical research methods, the article outlines principles and describes the naming convention for naming ICs based on the international standard ISO 19650 and the BS EN ISO 19650-2:2018 & Revised NA published in 2021.

Keywords: Information container; common data environment; ISO 19650; BS EN ISO 19650-2:2018 & Revised NA 2021; Building information modelling