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June 1, 2018

Digital technology is changing the landscape of engineering and construction
Digital technology is changing the landscape of engineering and construction, but clients and contractors must adapt to reap the benefits, according to HKA Partner Paul Roberts.
     “Clients need to be highly skilled in understanding the new digital era we’re entering so they can exploit its potential for their projects and, where they also own assets, in their facilities management,” Paul explained.
     Governments have a lead role in driving public sector investment and engagement with digital, notably Building Information Modelling (BIM).
    ¨The uptake of BIM had been slow in Asia-Pacific region, compared with the UK and Europe, but it's ramped up over the last three-to-four years. BIM is now becoming mandatory in China and Hong Kong,” said Paul, who is based in the HKA Brisbane office. 
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