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What to Include in a Scan-to-BIM Brief

A useful Scan-to-BIM brief is short, specific and testable. It tells the modelling team what the model is for, not simply that a point cloud exists.

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What to Include in a Scan-to-BIM Brief: the practical answer

A useful Scan-to-BIM brief is short, specific and testable. It tells the modelling team what the model is for, not simply that a point cloud exists.

01

Define the intended use

State whether the output supports existing-condition design, planning, technical design, coordination, visualisation or asset records. The intended use guides suitable detail and tolerance.

02

List the source evidence

Identify registered point-cloud format, survey control, photographs, Matterport access, existing drawings and known gaps. Say which source takes priority if the information conflicts.

03

Make representation rules visible

Specify included and excluded elements, approximate elements, room naming, level strategy, sheets and the treatment of inaccessible areas.

04

Agree a review path

Confirm Revit version, template, delivery date, comment rounds, file-transfer method and who owns design and compliance decisions.

Professional boundary: This guidance supports project briefing and production planning. It is not design, statutory, survey or professional advice.

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