When a Point Cloud Isn't Enough: Why Most Projects Need a BIM Model, Not Just Scan Data
Organizations commissioning laser scanning for the first time sometimes assume that the scan itself is the final deliverable. The scanner captures millions of measurements. The data is precise. The point cloud can be viewed, navigated, and explored in three dimensions. It seems like the job is done.
In practice, a point cloud and a BIM model serve fundamentally different purposes. Understanding...