Frequently Asked Questions
What is the meaning of digital construction?
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Digital construction refers to the use of digital tools, data, and automation throughout the design, build, and operation of a project. At Stonehaven, digital construction means connecting every phase from feasibility and BIM modelling to cost planning and lifecycle management through a single source of truth. By combining 4D and 5D BIM, digital twins, and data-driven workflows, we help clients make faster, smarter, and more cost-efficient decisions across their developments in the UAE and GCC.
What is the difference between BIM and digital construction?
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While BIM (Building Information Modelling) focuses on creating and managing a 3D model of a building, digital construction is the wider ecosystem that uses that data to improve project delivery, safety, and performance. Stonehaven’s digital construction services extend beyond BIM integrating scan-to-BIM, construction simulation, prefabrication workflows, and facility management data (COBie) to ensure the digital model becomes a live, operational asset.
How can digital construction improve project delivery?
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Digital construction reduces uncertainty, rework, and cost overruns by visualising how projects perform before breaking ground. Stonehaven uses 4D and 5D BIM, risk forecasting, and virtual simulations to model construction sequences and logistics in advance. This allows project teams to identify design clashes early, optimise resource planning, and accelerate approvals turning traditional construction into a transparent, data-led process with measurable commercial outcomes.
What technologies are used in digital construction?
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The digital construction ecosystem uses multiple technologies working together including laser scanning, cloud-based BIM coordination, VR/MR visualisation, AI-driven design automation, and digital twins. At Stonehaven, we implement these tools through Autodesk Construction Cloud, Navisworks, and Revit, integrating real-world site data into coordinated models. Our technology stack ensures every stakeholder, from architect to facility manager, works from one verified digital environment.
Why choose Stonehaven for digital construction in the Middle East?
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Stonehaven’s digital construction services combine cost consultancy, design coordination, and advanced BIM workflows to deliver complete project visibility. From scan-to-BIM and 4D simulation to digital twin creation and COBie handover, we ensure data continuity from concept to operation. With experience across high-rise, hospitality, and infrastructure projects in the region, we help clients reduce cost risk and deliver with precision.