Supporting the Implementation of BIM for the Construction and Housing Industry

Supporting the Implementation of BIM for the Construction Industry

In recent years, the construction sector has witnessed a surge in the adoption of Building Information Modeling (BIM). With support from the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism, the demand for BIM implementation is on the rise. According to the Ministry, the BIM adoption rate in Japan's construction industry is projected to reach 58.7% by 2024. This trend is set to accelerate, especially with the introduction of new building confirmation applications utilizing output from BIM data starting in the spring of 2026. Companies are now looking to integrate BIM into their workflows.

However, challenges exist. Many firms face barriers such as the need to refresh traditional workflows, invest in software and hardware, and cultivate talent proficient in BIM. These obstacles can make it difficult for BIM to become a permanent feature on construction sites. To address these issues, Epco, a company with approximately 35 years of expertise in housing equipment design, offers consulting services for BIM implementation, with initial consultations free of charge.

Service Overview

Epco is committed to providing tailored BIM implementation support, addressing clients' specific challenges and their current level of BIM adoption. Our services begin with the identification and organization of issues, allowing for a minimal starting point. Here’s a breakdown of what Epco offers:

- Issue Identification and Organization: We analyze workflows to clarify implementation goals and priorities.
- Small Start Support for Implementation: We assist with trial implementations in smaller projects to validate effectiveness.
- Operational Phase Support: We help in training personnel and building internal structures to ensure that BIM is firmly established on-site.
- Self-Running Phase Support: We follow up on advanced operations through the utilization of BIM data and integration with other systems.

In addition, we offer comprehensive BIM modeling that integrates design, structure, and equipment, including bespoke family creation starting from one unit.

Strengths of Epco

- Backed by 35 years of experience in housing equipment design and maintenance, we have comprehensive knowledge of construction and equipment.
- Our extensive know-how in business flow structuring and system development is derived from our Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) operations.
- We have a proven track record of providing BIM implementation support to major housing companies and many successful BIM modeling projects for multi-family housing.
- Our services range from BIM uptake to operational integration and system development, all within a one-stop format, thanks to our dedicated resources focused on CAD/BIM.
- Collaborating with talented BIM professionals in Shenzhen, often called Asia's Silicon Valley, we ensure high-quality and cost-effective BIM support. Our approach allows us to meet significant outsourcing demands for BIM modeling and family creation.

Epco is dedicated to providing flexible support tailored to the needs of construction and housing companies, from the early phases of BIM implementation to the operational and self-sufficient stages. Through this commitment, we aim to contribute to the digital transformation (DX) of the construction industry and enhance operational efficiency.

Company Overview

The Epco Group is dedicated to achieving "CARBON NEUTRALITY" through its purpose-driven initiative known as "HCDs (Housing Carbon Neutrality Digital Solutions)." We focus on three main areas—design, maintenance, and renewable energy—all with the overarching goal of supporting homes, lifestyles, and the global environment through digital technology.

Additionally, we are advancing partnership management in collaboration with TEPCO Energy Partner, positioning TEPCO Home Tech as a partner company to maximize mutual advantages. By integrating "decarbonization and construction digital transformation," we strive to meet the expectations of all stakeholders and tackle societal challenges.