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                            non-engineers and using the 3D model as a hub
                            of information provides an intuitive interface for this
                            purpose. One picture is worth a thousand words,
                            and a 3D model conveys more information than flat
                            data tables.
                            The  rapid  development  of  IT  infrastructure  and
                            software allows all data to be presented not only in
                            a web portal, but also on tablets to take on site or
                            to be used with HoloLens© for augmented reality
                            tours. With eShare add-ons, all this is possible
                            already – using  eGo  on Windows tablets and   Collect notes from installation teams and use color-
                            eShare for HoloLens makes complete project data   coding to visualize the installation status of the model in
                            available in the most suitable way.       eShare
                                                                      deliveries early, expedite materials, and reschedule
                            Supporting constructability review with 3D   work packages as necessary.
                            models                                    A 3D model hierarchy based on defined
                                                                      construction priorities can be created.
                                                                      This enables the user to see what parts need to be
                                                                      constructed and in what order. Adding color-coding
                                                                      according to constructability analysis visualizes
                                                                      expected delays due to late material arrivals.
                                                                      This way, work packages can be redefined, and
                                                                      installation teams’ schedules corrected as early as
                                                                      possible.


                                                                      Monitoring construction progress
                                                                      With the use of the 3D model as a dashboard,
                       3D dashboard to constructability information – select  site planners can keep track on prefabrication and
                       model hierarchy according to building priority categories  construction activities and constantly monitor the
                       and color based on constructability analysis data
                                                                      availability of materials in warehouses and shipping
                                                                      documents. Taking the 3D model on site with eGo
                                                                      on a tablet adds mobility and enables front-end
                            The 3D model provides powerful visual support for   inputs. On-site, information about installed items
                            constructability reviews. Constructability analysis is   and pipelines can be easily marked in 3D and later
                            usually performed in specialized applications, such   synchronized with eShare to become available for
                            as work packaging, COSMO5®, or other similar   all other project parties.
                            systems. However, the data is difficult to work with   The updated installation status is critical not only
                            in its traditional form, as it is often in numerical   for project management, but also to avoid design
                            format  and not  visualized.  eShare successfully   changes in locations where there are already
                            solves this challenge by linking analysis data with   installed parts, or at least to ensure that re-
                            the 3D model and visualizing the data. With a   installation work is minimized.
                            few clicks, it is possible to color parts of the 3D
                            model  according  to constructability  levels,  with   Project  communication  channel  and  change
                            consideration  for  the  calculated  storage  data   management with visual support
                            values,  shipment  forecasts  and warehouse  data,   The 3D model can be used as a discussion board
                            piping fabrication, dia-inch pipeweld data, or any   to facilitate project change management and
                            other relevant information.               control the construction phase and planning. It is
                                                                      possible to store comments saved on top of the
                                                                      3D model with labels and dimensions, compare the
                            Planning and scheduling for construction   model with previous versions, or send an email with
                            phase                                     the attached picture.
                            Linking 3D engineering data with construction-  The certification process from equipment suppliers
                            phase scheduling improves overall project progress.   can also be monitored with the visualization of
                            Often, one part of the project is still in the design   status information. Smart points in the model can
                            approval stage, while others are already scheduled   store silent knowledge or even be linked with data
                            for construction. Having the latest and complete   from instruments. The extensive search functionality
                            documentation in the same window allows project   allows the location of any needed information and
                            managers to avoid costly mistakes. Site managers   any data from eShare can be used for visualization
                            can monitor construction schedules, detect late   purposes.



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