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In the article “3D building models help bring sustainability into construction”, Jenkins (2015) discusses the effectiveness of building information modelling (BIM) as well as the challenges of implementing it. The introduction of BIM has revolutionized the building and construction industry. According to Monswhite (as quoted in Jenkins, 2015), the change of use from two to three-dimensional design with BIM enables the industry to reduce construction cost and optimise space management. While BIM boast advantages, Jenkins asserts that BIM is yet to be widely accepted in the building and construction industry. This is supported by Charlton, chief of consultancy Space Group, who argues that majority of the key players in the project lack collaboration and refuse to accept changes due to their preference towards traditional methods. In addition, Coventry’s University sustainability director; Smithson, states that these key players are unwilling to explore the functions of BIM. Therefore, Smithson and her team operates the immersive simulation centre to educate industry professionals the uses of BIM and its benefits. Although BIM has benefited the building and construction industry, several issues arose from the software have become obstacles to success. These issues were not clearly reported in the article.