Interview Collaborall | Entrepreneur in Almere

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In the construction industry, a lot of knowledge is lost in the transfer of information. Making smarter use of IT can largely prevent failure costs. According to CollaborAll, this does not mean that companies necessarily have to standardise or change first. 'We think everyone should be able to keep their own working methods and IT systems and still work together digitally effectively.'

Failure costs in construction are largely due to miscommunication, argues Peter Kleinjan, owner and founder of CollaborAll. 'In the decades that we have been applying IT in design and construction processes, we have experienced that the design and realisation of buildings, roads, bridges and viaducts involves many different parties, all using their own IT systems. As a result, a lot of knowledge is lost in the transfer of information.' Waste, they call it at CollaborAll. 'It could be so much more efficient if you exchange information 'Lean' via one integrated system, which meets all parties' information needs'.

And that is exactly what CollaborAll does. Peter: 'We streamline and optimise processes, by making smarter use of IT. For example, we connect 2D drawings with 3D BIM Models in time (4D), linked to costs (5D) allowing us to mix the real situation with the planned situation (Mixed Reality). This can prevent, for example, the bridge of party A not connecting to the land of party B.

Also, 4D planning can prevent a truck from having to cross a road where a crane is currently in the way. To this end, we integrate systems with each other. This allows each party to keep their own systems, yet work together effectively. All information is available in one place and the information is continuously validated and enriched during the design and construction process. All parties have the same source of information and build a Digital Twin without extra effort.

" We believe in the power of cooperation "
Peter Kleinjan, owner and founder of CollaborAll

Bridge Campus

On behalf of the Bridges Campus Flevoland-Floriade, CollaborAll is currently supporting the construction of two circular bridges being built at the Floriade Park. 'All information and knowledge gained during this process, we record in a Shared Data Environment (GDO),' Peter explains. 'This is how we contribute to the process of circular construction in the bridge sector.' 'We hope this working method will be a prelude to the 10 thousands of viaducts and bridges that need to be replaced in the Netherlands in the coming years.'

'The right relationship between economy, caring for each other and nature is crucial in our view. We need to relieve the earth - not only for the current generation, but especially for the generations that come after us. This is another reason why circular construction is a necessity. In doing so, you need to involve the entire chain; because an integrated approach is essential. And you also need managers who are willing and able to give direction and facilitate suitable initiatives. The Bridge Campus Flevoland - Floriade is a perfect example of this. It shows the Municipality of Almere as an enterprising municipality. I have learned that Dreaming, Daring and Doing are true entrepreneurial traits.

But with this comes Discipline and Perseverance. We see this in the committed officials who make circularity and innovation part of daily activities for Almere's Residents, Businesses and Visitors, says Peter. So in Almere, Peter feels like a fish in the water. 'Almere is a city with guts. A city where plenty of new things are being tried out and where these kinds of initiatives are promising.'

Leader in circularity

'Compared to many other cities, Almere is at the forefront of sustainability and circularity,' Peter believes. But he does immediately make a comment. 'Unfortunately, the city does not yet radiate this sufficiently. Almere should be much prouder of the things that are already happening here and propagate that much more. 'Yesterday I read something hopeful,' he concludes, 'namely that another green wave is passing over Europe. And if everyone now puts one hand forward and one hand back, that will automatically lead to more connection. We are all part of a chain. Together we get a lot more done.'

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