Please note: We have moved our luncheon venue to the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center, 2401 12th St NW.
“buildingSMART alliance and the NBIMS-US”
Learn about the buildingSMART alliance (bSa), created to spearhead technical, political, and financial support for use of advanced digital technology in the real property industry – from concept, design and construction through operation and management. The presentation will focus on:
- The upcoming release of the National BIM Standard, V2. What is this standard and how will it impact the AECO Industry?
- What training programs will be available through bSa?
- The use of Building Information Models (BIM) for Energy Analysis, LEED, and Facility Management.
Speaker: Birgitta Foster
Birgitta Foster, (BSME, MBA), formally Facilities BIM Champion for Sandia National Labs (NM), is a
leading authority and presenter on BIM for Owners. With a focus on uses of BIM beyond construction,
Birgitta has become increasingly aware of how BIM can help Owner’s with post construction activities
such as Operations and Maintenance, Space Planning, and Asset Management. Since receiving her
BSME from the University of Texas - Austin, Birgitta career has encompassed working for an equipment
manufacturer, Engineering/Construction firm, assembler/fabricator, General Contractor, and for
an Owner. It was during her time in Facilities when Birgitta began to focus on BIM for Facilities Management, and still continues today. Recently Birgitta became the Assisting Director for buildingSMART alliance (bSa)
bringing the Owner perspective and visions to the organization.
Open to the public. Luncheon fees: $25 members, $30 non-members, $18 EGB members. Register here. Reservations after Friday, June 1, will be charged an additional $5.00
