Simplebim

Version 12.0 available

Simplebim 12: the new features

· Developer: Datacubist Oy

Simplebim 12 marks a significant evolution: the software moves from preparing and enriching IFC files to reusable BIM automation across multiple projects. Fewer manual operations and more reliable IFC data: four major updates simplify model processing and use.

The four major new features

01

Base Model — Automatic IFC standardisation

  • Standardisation of incoming models despite differences in disciplines, naming conventions, modelling practices and project history.
  • Preconfigured Dataflows for architecture, structure, MEP and equipment.
  • Consistent structuring of models from Revit, Archicad and other software.
  • Preservation of original information with the addition of standardised properties.

Reduce manual rework before checking, quantity take-off or data use.

02

Simplebim Desktop and Cloud — Two complementary approaches

  • Desktop turns BIM data into usable information and lets teams test and refine Dataflows.
  • Cloud turns these proven Dataflows into automated processing pipelines across models, projects and teams.
  • Reuse of processes across multiple projects.
  • Connection to supported document sources, including SharePoint, OneDrive and Dropbox.

Scale BIM processing without manually restarting every operation.

03

New 3D window

  • Improved loading and navigation.
  • New graphics rendering for clearer objects and spaces.
  • Ghost mode to visually isolate elements.
  • Manipulable cutting planes, including Box Cut.
  • Improved selection and geometric measurements.

Make visual checks and the analysis of complex models easier.

04

Simplebim AI Expert — Integrated intelligent assistant

  • Natural-language questions about features.
  • Explanations of tools and Dataflows.
  • Assistance with configuration difficulties.
  • Contextual help directly within the software; referral to support when the information is not documented.

Understand procedures and settings with integrated assistance.

Please note: the assistant explains procedures, but does not yet create Dataflows or control Simplebim itself.

Other technical improvements

Other technical improvements
FunctionChange in version 12
DataflowsNew tools and processing conditions
SearchImproved searches and queries
File managementVirtualised locations to make Dataflows more portable
IFC processingOptimisations for large models
PerformanceImproved start-up and execution
CompatibilityDirectX 12 required for the new version

Please note: some older processing models and templates need to be checked before migration, particularly because of changes to file path management.

What actually changes compared with Simplebim 11

What actually changes compared with Simplebim 11
AreaSimplebim 11Simplebim 12
DataflowsCreation and execution of processingReusable and centralisable processing
IFC standardisationUser-configured rulesPreconfigured Base Model
AutomationMainly localCloud execution possible
VisualisationPrevious 3D windowNew visualisation engine
AssistanceDocumentation and supportIntegrated AI assistant

A practical BIM Management example

A particularly interesting use case is automating the processing of IFC models from several engineering consultancies.

  1. 01

    Source IFC models

    Revit · Archicad · Other software

  2. 02

    Base Model

    Normalisation of properties, classifications and values

  3. 03

    Task-specific Dataflows

    Enrichment · Checking · Extraction

  4. 04

    Simplebim Cloud since V12

    Automated, repeatable execution

  5. 05

    Harmonised IFC

    Usable data

This process could be used to automatically prepare models for compliance checks, quantity extraction, or operation and maintenance uses.