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QUARTERLYCONNECTIONA NIBS MEMBER NEWSLETTERA P R I L0 5 ,2 0 2 1NEWS HIGHLIGHTNIBS Launches New Websiteand Membership CampaignAt the National Institute of Building Sciences, we’reworking to tell the story of our membership community.TOPICS INSIDEWe know our members are coming together to build abetter tomorrow, and we want to share those storiesonline. Page 1-2FEATURE STORYHAVE YOU NOTICED OUR NEW WEBSITE? Page 3-4BIM: THE GLOBAL NETWORKNIBS recently launched a brand new nibs.orgAND MOVING THE INDUSTRY FORWARD Page 5-6WOMEN EXECUTIVES IN BUILDING Page 6-8NIBS IN THE NEWS Page 9OBSERVANCES & EVENTS Page 10FIND US ONLINEwebsite. The new site is the first step of many towardhighlighting the work of our members, re-engagingpast members and adding new members to the NIBScommunity.We are also launching the Engage platform, whichallows members to connect on new and ongoingprojects. Engage also will allow NIBS council membersNIBS.ORGto share documents, meeting minutes, and otherimportant material with one another in a safe location.
NIBSQUARTERLYCONNECTIONTHE MEMBERSHIP CAMPAIGNWe know our members are playinga big role in moving the industryforward. This is why we’re launching#ThisIsNIBS on social media. Thecampaignincludestestimonialvideos by NIBS members. Thankyou to all who have participated inthe campaign thus far! We now needyour help telling the NIBS story.Being a NIBS member isvery connecting. Itprovides criticalaccess–access toinformation, access toopportunity for dialogue,access to learning, andaccess to a network ofindustry professionals.KATHIE MORGANPRESIDENT, ASTMINTERNATIONALWe’re asking members to share theirfavorite part of being a member of#ThisIsNIBSthe NIBS community on Facebook,LinkedIn or Twitter. Use the hashtag#ThisIsNIBS. Each month, we’ll pick a post to win a 50If you are selected for an interview, you’ll receive a 50Grubhub gift card and NIBS will share your post on ourGrubhub gift card as our thanks for your participation andsocial channels.time. To sign up, contact Kristen Petersen at kpetersen@We also need your help telling the NIBS story throughinterviews. We invite you share what you love about NIBSin a quick Zoom interview. These clips will be added to anexciting video that will be shared online as part of a newmember outreach campaign.2APRIL 2021 EDITIONnibs.org. We’ll reach out to confirm details and schedule atime for the interview.We’re working hard to bring our members together, tellour stories and improve the built environment. Join us inbuilding a better tomorrow.
NIBSQUARTERLYCONNECTIONNational Institute ofBuilding SciencesJoins GlobalBIM NetworkThe National Institute ofBuildingSciencesjoinedmore than 2,000 public sectorrepresentativesfrom100countries to form a new GlobalBIM Network.The launch of the Global BIMNetwork took place March 17, 2021, during the Global BIMSummit convened by the Centre for Digital Built Britain.The Global BIM Network aims to connect internationalpublic sector representatives, multilateral organizations,and infrastructure funders to advance the digitalization ofthe global built environment.The network will build on its members’ transformationjourneys to transition toward a digital built environmentthat delivers socio-economic benefits for people andplaces. The benefit of digital is not limited to newconstruction projects; it comprises refurbishment ofaged infrastructure and goes beyond the constructionstage to include operation and maintenance, enablingthe information management for digital twins andsmarter cities.“The construction industry is historically siloed, havingto develop individually, what is essentially needed byall is inefficient,” says Lakisha A. Woods, CAE, Presidentand CEO of NIBS. “While states and organizations havedifferent practices and systems, the components ofbuilding an infrastructure are essentially the same. If weWHAT THIS MEANS FOR THE GLOBAL COMMUNITYAccording to the Global BIM Network website, the networkis “for the public sector and by the public sector.”The network invites public sector representatives fromacross the world to join and participate.“Members will share knowledge and build best practicesfor the global public sector’s use of digital innovation tofosterthe sustainable development ofthe world’sinfrastructure,” the website says. “Current membershipconsists of representatives from government ministriesand agencies (economy, finance, construction, businessand industry) and multilateral organizations (UNOPS, InterAmerican Development Bank and Asia DevelopmentBank). Individuals working in the private sector arewelcome to access information and engage with us.”The Global BIM Network will connect members workingon similar developments in different parts of the world toshare insights, resources and lessons learned.can use common processes and information structures,The network also will guide the ongoing development of thewe can create and share them together. The same canGlobal BIM platform, an open-access online repository forapply globally to allow for shared expertise.”the global public sector and infrastructure funders seeking3APRIL 2021 EDITION
NIBSQUARTERLYCONNECTIONguidance, documentation, protocols, operational manuals,Eckhardt said she hopes to bridge innovators to create aevidence, tools, training materials and other resources toU.S. National BIM Program that will unite the industry.facilitate the strategic introduction of BIM worldwide. Toview how Global BIM initiatives are taking place around“We need a standard that supports the entire digitalthe world, visit https://youtu.be/39drAqzuD3M.building lifecycle from BIM-ready planning to BIM-BIM IN THE UNITED STATESBIM as a component in built environment digital twins,”The U.S. National BIM Program kicked off early Februarywith a BIM Executive Roundtable to discuss the need fora coordinated program to advance collaboration andinnovation in the building industry. Construction comprisesbased design and digital construction all the way toEckhardt said.The program’s next steps include establishing a governancestructure to broadly engage diverse stakeholders through13 percent of the global economy.targeted workstreams and developing a business modelThe goal is a solution at a national scale to enable digitalBIM Program.process standards that will streamline business, acceleratethe effectiveness of the supply chain, provide predictableprocesses, improve project outcomes, drive efficiency, andfoster innovation.The roundtable included partners from the U.S. Departmentof State, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, U.S. Departmentof Veterans Affairs, U.S. General Services Administrationand U.S. Federal Highway Administration, along withprivate sector partners from Google, Microsoft, AmazonWeb Services, Autodesk, Bentley, Epic, ESRI, HDR,KieranTimberlake, and more.“The first step is getting the right people to the table,” saidVan Woods, BIM Program Manager with the U.S. ArmyCorps of Engineers and Chair of the NIBS BIM Council,during the roundtable. “We already have an all-star team.I think we need to expand that. We must convene thestakeholders who will benefit from digital transformation.”SELECTING A CHAIR TO LEAD THE NATIONALBIM PROGRAM STEERING COMMITTEENIBS recently announced that Salla Eckhardt, Director ofTransformation Services with Microsoft, will serve as chairof the National BIM Program Steering Committee.4APRIL 2021 EDITIONfor the initial three to five years of the U.S. National
NIBSQUARTERLYCONNECTIONWOMEN EXECUTIVES IN BUILDINGWomen Executivesin Building: SharingAccomplishmentsis Critical toPersonal BrandingSometimes sharing businessaccomplishments may feel liketooting your own horn, but avirtual meeting of the WomenExecutives in Building aimed tosway leaders from this opinion.That’s because sharing accomplishments is not only criticalMany leaders struggle with what to share on social media.for personal branding, it is also important to inspire the nextThey don’t want to seem like they’re bragging, and theygeneration of female leaders.want their work to speak for itself.“There are not enough women in leadership in the built“I’ve learned to share and ask for input,” said Vicki Worden,environment, so it is very important to showcase theCEO of Green Building Initiative, mentioning that a socialsuccess of these amazing leaders,” said Lakisha A. Woods,media presence can help establish authenticity.CAE, President & CEO of NIBS. “The key to improving thediversity in the workforce is to celebrate the achievementsIt takes work and effort to carefully curate a personalof women in leadership and elevate others to these roles.”brand. And sometimes, it’s just easier to share theThe recent meeting on building a personal brand featuredboard members.speaker Cheri Bomar, Executive Vice President & GeneralCounsel with Hardy World, LLC, which is part of 84Lumber Co.Bomar shared that getting projects off the ground – no matterwhat was asked – has been core to building her brand.“I wasn’t afraid of new opportunities,” Bomar said. “I neversaid no to anyone at [84 Lumber Co.]. I would do theresearch and learn what was needed.”5APRIL 2021 EDITIONaccomplishments of others, including your staff or“If we’re not going to promote ourselves, then we need topromote others,” Woods said. “Sharing their story buildstheir brand. It’s an important step.”Other ways to build your brand, according to the WomenExecutives in Building: Leverage the relationships you’vebuilt with various institutions.
NIBSQUARTERLYCONNECTION Share your success stories beyond yourpersonal family-and-friend circle. Elevating your accomplishments doesn’t needto sound like you’re rehashing your resume. Look for good examples of professionalson LinkedIn who can serve as mentors. Younger professionals are puttingthemselves out there. You can, too.The next Women Executives in Building virtual leadershipmeeting takes place May 25. It will be about masteringyour elevator pitch.Why an elevator pitch? Your pitch allows you to shareexpertise and credentials with those who don’t know you.When done right, it not only highlights who you are, butit also promotes your company and your overall impact.Women Executives in Building meetings are open to allelevating or relocating flood-prone homes and takingother steps as climate change intensifies storms and othernatural disasters. READ MORE FAST COMPANYBILLION-DOLLAR NATURAL DISASTERS HITTHE U.S. A RECORD 22 TIMES IN 2020The year 2020 broke disaster records across the countryin destructive and expensive ways. The Atlantic had somany hurricanes, meteorologists ran out of tropical stormnames for only the second time. Across the Midwest,extreme storms flattened crops and tore up buildings.Western states repeatedly broke records for their largestwildfires on record. Globally, it was tied for the hottest yearon record. READ MORE ARCHITECT MAGAZINEfemale C-Suite executives in the building industry, fromRENEWED EFFORTS FOR AUNIVERSAL BIM STANDARDassociation executives to women–owned and operatedAccording to the AIA’s 2020 Firm Survey Report, the usetrade businesses.of building information modeling software has increasedsignificantly since 2005, with all respondents working inNIBS IN THE NEWSTHE NEW YORK TIMESNEW U.S. STRATEGY WOULD QUICKLYFREE BILLIONS IN CLIMATE FUNDSoffices with 50-plus employees affirming the use of BIMin some capacity, including data sharing among projectcollaborators and stakeholders. The growth in BIM usagehas been accompanied by increased interest in OpenBIM,a notion in which universal standards and benchmarksexist, and file formats enable interoperability in anyFederal officials, showing how rapidly the BidenBIM-compatible software. Currently, the country lacksadministration is overhauling climate policy after yearsmandated or widely used national BIM standards. Instead,of denial under former President Donald J. Trump, aim toBIM approaches are haphazard, varying by company,free up as much as 10 billion at the Federal Emergencypublic agency, or client requirements. READ MORE Management Agency to protect against climate disastersbefore they strike.The agency, best known for responding to hurricanes,floods and wildfires, wants to spend the money to preemptively protect against damage by building seawalls,6APRIL 2021 EDITION
NIBSQUARTERLYCONNECTIONBUSINESS INSIDERARCHITECT MAGAZINENATIONAL INSTITUTE OF BUILDING SCIENCESTO LEAD BIM EXECUTIVE ROUNDTABLETO REIMAGINE CONSTRUCTIONLAKISHA WOODS RE-ELECTED TO U.S.GREEN BUILDING COUNCIL BOARDOF DIRECTORS AS VICE CHAIRThe National Institute of Building Sciences is convening anNational Institute of Building Sciences President and CEOexclusive list of leaders from public and private organizationsLakisha A. Woods, CAE, has been re-elected to a three-to develop a solution to advance and elevate the buildingyear term with the U.S. Green Building Council board ofindustry. The meeting takes place February 4. Key partnersdirectors. Woods will serve as vice chair.include Google, Microsoft, Amazon Web Services, andgovernment agencies, including the U.S. Department ofState, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, U.S. Department ofVeterans Affairs, U.S. General Services Administration andU.S. Federal Highway Administration. Representatives fromthe practitioner, technology and academic communities“I’m honored to continue service with the USGBC boardof directors,” Woods says. “This is a great opportunity torepresent the public interest to advance building scienceand technology to improve the built environment. Healthybuildings lead to safer, more resilient and sustainablealso are participating. READ MORE communities.” READ MORE CONSTRUCTION DIVEFORCONSTRUCTIONPROS.COMCONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY TAKES FIRST STEPTOWARD COMPREHENSIVE US BIM STANDARDNATIONAL BIM PROGRAM IS TOPIC OF BUILDINGINDUSTRY EXECUTIVE ROUNDTABLEThe construction industry took the first step this monthThe National Institute of Building Sciences brought togethertoward a BIM standard in the U.S. during an executiveroundtable discussion hosted by the National Instituteof Building Sciences. The 40 roundtable participantsincluded executives from Autodesk, Bentley, WSP andHDR, as well as leaders from federal agencies like theU.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the Federal HighwayAdministration. NIBS has already developed a nationalstandard through a volunteer effort, but it has not evolvedyet into a comprehensive standard like the one used inthe United Kingdom. The new goal through a National BIMProgram, according to NIBS, is “a solution at a national scaleto enable digital process standards that will streamlinebusiness, accelerate the effectiveness of the supply chain,provide predictable processes, improve project outcomes,drive efficiency and foster innovation.” READ MORE 7APRIL 2021 EDITIONnearly 40 leaders from public and private organizations todiscuss the need for a coordinated program to advancecollaboration and innovation in the building industry.The Building Information Management (BIM) ExecutiveRoundtable included partners from the U.S. Departmentof State, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, U.S. Departmentof Veterans Affairs, U.S. General Services Administrationand U.S. Federal Highway Administration, along withprivate sector partners from Google, Microsoft, AmazonWeb Services, Autodesk, Bentley, Epic, ESRI, HDR, KieranTimberlake and WSP. The objective was to start workingon the common challenges and opportunities the varioussegments of the architecture, engineering, constructionand owner (AECO) industry face. READ MORE
NIBSQUARTERLYCONNECTIONCENTER FOR AMERICANPROGRESSSECURING A SAFE, JUST, AND CLIMATEREADY FUTURE FOR FLORIDAThe effects of climate change and their inequitabledistribution have become part of the daily fabric of lifein Florida. Increasingly intense extreme heat threatenspublic health and air quality, and more powerful hurricanesthreaten human life and infrastructure. Recurrentflooding from sea level rise has become a widely knowncharacteristic of the state, damaging homes, disruptingcommutes, threatening water quality, and interferingwith tourism. Much like the recent health and economicconsequences of COVID-19, the impacts of climate-fueledextreme weather and pollution are universal experiencesin Florida that disproportionately affect low-incomecommunities and communities of color, which have theTAHOE DAILY TRIBUNEWILDFIRE FUNDING IS AN INVESTMENTIN OUR COMMUNITY (OPINION)Every year, the Truckee/Lake Tahoe communities hold theircollective breath when wildfires start burning forestlandin California. Last year, more than 4.3 million acres inCalifornia burned, destroying more than 10,000 homes,killing 31 people, and emitting more than 100 milliontons of carbon dioxide. Five of the state’s20 largest firesin recorded history occurred last year, and wildfires areincreasingly burning into California’s urban centers. Theeconomic disruption, public health impacts and loss ofhealthy ecosystems in California are accelerating as ourclimate is changing. READ MORE MEETINGSNETfewest resources to reduce these risks or recover from lost21 FOR 2021: PREDICTIONS AND PERSPECTIVESFROM BIG INDUSTRY PLAYERSwages, higher energy bills, costly medical emergencies, orEven after almost a year of practice, many virtual eventsproperty damage. READ MORE FACILITY EXECUTIVEcontinue to have technical challenges and user issues.While virtual events let attendees benefit by accessingall educational offerings over an extended period of timeBUILDING SEISMIC SAFETY COUNCILHONORS BUILT ENVIRONMENT LEADERSversus choosing between sessions when in person, muchCelebrating the 40th anniversary of the Building Seismicvirtual experience – how we keep attendees engaged andSafety Council (BSSC), the National Institute of BuildingSciences recently recognized the leaders who haveprovided significant direction to the BSSC mission,contributing to its success. These industry leaders wererecognized during the BSSC Meeting and Symposium.BSSC has coordinated the efforts of federal agencies, thebuilding industry, and thousands of experts to develop 10editions of the National Earthquake Hazards ReductionProgram Recommended Seismic Provisions. Theserecommendations have served as the foundation of thenation’s seismic standards and model building codes.READ MORE 8APRIL 2021 EDITIONwork still needs to be done to improve the quality of theavoid speaker or technological errors when showcasingcontent in real time. READ MORE
NIBSQUARTERLYCONNECTIONOBSERVANCESAprilNational Rebuilding MonthMay 2-8North American OccupationalSafety & Health (NAOSH) WeekMay 5Occupational Safety andHealth Professional DayMay 9-15National Hurricane Preparedness WeekMayBuilding Safety MonthMayNational Electrical Safety MonthMayNational Water Safety MonthJuneNational Safety MonthEVENTSMay 25September27-299Women Executives in Building Virtual LeadershipWebinar: Mastering Your Elevator PitchBuilding Innovation 2021APRIL 2021 EDITION
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