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• Earned Value Management EVMA project control method that compares planned value, earned value, and actual cost. Earned Value Management can be strengthened by consistent cost, schedule, and model-based progress data.
• Electrical ModelA discipline model representing electrical systems such as lighting, power, containment, devices, panels, and cable routes. Electrical Model coordination commonly involves Cable Tray and Lighting Fixture information.
• Electronic Document Management System EDMSA digital platform for controlled document storage, workflows, metadata, revisions, and permissions. Electronic Document Management System functions often support project records and auditability.
• Element TypeA reusable definition that stores common settings for multiple similar model elements.
• Embodied CarbonGreenhouse gas emissions associated with materials, manufacturing, transport, construction, maintenance, and end-of-life activities. Embodied Carbon is often assessed using model quantities and material assumptions.
• EN 17412-1A European standard that explains how to define information need in a practical and measurable way for project exchanges.
• Energy ModelA digital analytical model used to estimate energy demand, loads, or performance. An Energy Model can support 6D BIM, Operational Carbon studies, and design option comparisons.
• Exchange Information Requirements EIRDetailed requirements for information to be exchanged between parties at defined milestones. Exchange Information Requirements normally influence the BIM Execution Plan, Level of Information Need, and delivery schedule.
• Exchange PackageA bundled set of models, drawings, data, and supporting documents issued for a defined purpose or milestone.