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How a Digital Soft Landings Manager can add value to building operations
Digital Soft Landings (DSL) is essential for bridging the gap between design, construction and long-term building operations. At the heart of this is the Digital Soft Landings Manager. They can ensure that data and information generated during construction are seamlessly transferred and effectively utilised during a building’s operation.
Managing large volumes of data
Building operators often battle with large volumes of data that is generated during construction and then throughout the building’s lifecycle. A typical commercial office building can produce over 10,000 documents, 200+ 3D models and 50,000+ data points during construction alone. When the building is in operation, additional data streams include data from Building Management Systems (BMS) and IoT sensors. Without proper alignment and structuring, this data can be difficult to access and underutilised.
Adding value to building operations
The Digital Soft Landings Manager can address this misalignment by ensuring that all data is delivered in a structured, accessible and usable format. This includes everything from 3D BIM models to as-built records and operational data. By coordinating these efforts, the Digital Soft Landings Manager can ensure that the data produced during construction aligns with the performance and operational needs of the building.
Discover more about the role of a Digital Soft Landings manager here.
Early engagement and stakeholder alignment
The Digital Soft Landings Manager will engage stakeholders early in the project lifecycle. This ensures the data requirements of the asset owner and operational team are met from the outset. This early involvement enables the Information Requirements to be agreed, so BIM deliverables, operational data points and performance metrics are aligned across the project.
Ensuring data availability for operational teams
The lack of accessible, well-structured data post-handover can lead to inefficiencies in deploying critical operational technology, such as BMS and Computer-Aided Facility Management (CAFM) systems. The Digital Soft Landings Manager can ensure that asset data is available and presented in a format that operational teams can use. This approach helps to reduce the time and cost of deploying systems so building performance can be optimised more quickly.
Bridging the gap between construction and operation
Without a Digital Soft Landings Manager, operational teams may struggle to extract useful information from legacy documents or misaligned datasets. This can impact on their ability to maintain the building efficiently. The Digital Soft Landings Manager can ensure that data from BIM, digital O&M manuals and IoT systems is fully integrated. This provides a solid foundation for ongoing building management and future innovations like AI and machine learning.
You can read more about the importance of bridging the gap between construction and operations here.
The future of building operations
The long-term value of digital BIM models depends on their use throughout the entire building’s lifecycle. A Digital Soft Landings Manager ensures that these models are not only preserved but also updated and maintained to provide accurate, real-time insights for building managers. This structured data can also be leveraged for advanced technologies, including AI applications, predictive maintenance and smart building optimisations.
The Digital Soft Landings Manager plays a critical role in maximising the value of a building’s data. By ensuring its effective handover and use in operations, they can help asset owners and operators to unlock the full potential of their built assets.
For more information on how Glider’s Digital Soft Landings Managers can enhance your project, contact us today.