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60 Conclusion CIM encompasses the set of foundational and emerging technologies that assist in digital workflow that includes data collection, design, construction, and asset management activities. This report documented the research objectives, methodologies, and principal research findings of NCHRP Project 10-96. An extensive literature review was conducted to understand the contemporary CIM tools and the functions they influence in the project delivery process. A synthesis of worldwide trends and initiatives was also presented to under- line the pertinent strategies of other major countries deploy- ing CIM for project delivery. The results of the two national surveysâagency and project surveysâwere summarized along with basic statistical analysis that provided important insights into the current state of practice across U.S. agencies. The seven case studies, identified from the surveys, helped elicit several lessons learned and best practices for CIM integration with project work processes. The key research findings were then used to develop the Guidebook, which consists of a three-stage implementation framework to help agencies assess their current capabilities, determine the investment requirements and process benefits of new technologies and functions, and make decisions after accounting for implementation of best practices. The Guide- book was then validated through online meetings with TxDOT, CDOT, and Bentley Systems, Inc. All the major comments and recommendations from the meetings were incorporated in the Guidebook. The Guidebook will act as a foundational guide- line that facilitates widespread integration of CIM tools (and functions) and supplements existing specifications at agencies. Future research should focus on development of objective deci- sion support systems that can help agencies plan, select, and pri- oritize the investment decisions about CIM technologies. Such tools can provide the agencies the decision-making capabilities for coordinated implementation of CIM tools. C H A P T E R 8
