Accurate data collection is essential for informed decision-making in the evolving world of architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC). Traditional surveys have long served this role, providing foundational information for planning and development. However, Building Information Modeling (BIM) 's emergence has revolutionized how we capture, analyze, and interact with building data. A BIM building model doesn't just replicate what traditional surveys offer—it reveals far more. This blog explores the critical insights BIM delivers that conventional surveying methods often miss.