Symetri
Information Management

COBie & IFC

COBie & IFC Delivery support and service

We help design and construction delivery teams structure and generate the required information aligned with company standards. Symetri support within the delivery team, we assist with ensuring compliance as the information grows throughout the project. Our service ensures the information meets the necessary COBie standards.

HOW CAN WE HELP YOU

Strategy & Planning

  • COBie Implementation Strategy: Tailoring COBie adoption for the client’s project and FM goals.
  • BIM Execution Plan (BEP) Support: Integrating COBie requirements into BEPs and project documentation.
  • Client-side Advisory: Helping asset owners understand COBie deliverables and how to use them post-handover.

 

Requirements Definition

  • COBie Requirements Specification: Developing or refining Employer’s Information Requirements (EIR) or Exchange Information Requirements (EIR/XIR) to include COBie.
  • Asset Data Requirements (ADR) Development: Defining the scope and level of asset data needed in COBie format.

 

Training & Education

  • COBie Training Workshops: For project teams, designers, and contractors.
  • COBie for FM Training: Focused sessions for facilities managers to understand and use COBie data.

 

Data Management & Coordination

  • COBie Template Setup: Creating project-specific templates or setting up structured Excel/IFC-based formats.
  • COBie Data Coordination: Managing the flow of COBie data among consultants, contractors, and suppliers.
  • Data Validation and Checking: Using tools like Solibri, COBie QC Reporter, or custom scripts to ensure data quality and compliance.

 

Model Integration & Authoring

  • Model Authoring Support: Helping teams embed COBie parameters into their BIM models (Revit, ArchiCAD, etc.).
  • COBie Data Mapping: Mapping model parameters to COBie schema fields.

 

Review & Assurance

  • Pre-handover COBie Review: Auditing COBie deliverables before project handover.
  • COBie Compliance Checking: Verifying alignment with BS EN ISO 19650 and UK BIM Framework guidance.
  • QA/QC Reporting: Providing structured feedback on COBie data accuracy and completeness.

 

COBie Production Services

  • COBie Population: Directly producing COBie spreadsheets or IFC files from BIM models or other data sources.
  • COBie Aggregation: Combining COBie data from multiple project contributors into a single deliverable.

 

Post-Handover Support

  • Facilities Management Integration: Assisting with the import of COBie data into CAFM/IWMS systems.
  • COBie Maintenance Strategy: Helping clients plan for data updates throughout the asset lifecycle.

 

How it Works

  • The client defines their specific goals and project requirements to ensure alignment from the outset
  • Workflow and data requirements are already established, enabling a smooth and efficient delivery process
  • Our consultants work alongside the delivery team to ensure all information meets required compliance and industry standards

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Contact Us

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  • Sopers House, Sopers Rd, Cuffley, Potters Bar EN6 4RY
Symetri
+44345 370 1500 · info@symetri.co.uk