DfMA in Offsite Construction : Current Challenges and Future-Ready Solutions

Join us for an informative event exploring the obstacles and opportunities in implementing Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DfMA) in the construction industry. As the adoption of DfMA grows, several challenges persist—such as fragmented data formats, limited software interoperability, and the critical need for stronger collaboration among stakeholders. This session addresses these hurdles and examines how innovative approaches, like leveraging Industry Foundation Classes (IFC), streamline processes and foster a more cohesive, collaborative construction environment. The session highlights how challenges in exchanging Building Information Modeling (BIM) data impact DfMA adoption, particularly in offsite construction. Attendees gain insights into how standardized data formats, such as IFC, enhance the coordination of design and manufacturing processes. Alex Giblin shares strategies for implementing IFC to improve project workflows, geometry and attribution exchange, and overall efficiencies in the design-to-manufacturing pipeline. This discussion on interoperability standards underscores the importance of open-source solutions for scalable, sustainable construction practices. With over 20 years of experience, Alex Giblin offers a unique perspective on integrating BIM tools and developing open-source standards to improve DfMA workflows. At GO Logic, he focuses on extending the IFC schema to describe panelized building assemblies and creating workflows that enhance interoperability. In this session, Alex shares practical strategies for addressing challenges and driving more efficient, collaborative offsite construction.