Written by The story from Cyprus shows how, with the right mindset and culture, small and medium enterprises can drive digital transformation from the ground up. It highlights the critical role of education and the training sector in delivering change.
BIM adoption is as much about mindset and culture as it is about technology. In a market where 2D workflows remain dominant and BIM is not yet mandated, the shift depends on leadership, trust, and a willingness to challenge long-established ways of working. This is not a story of rapid transformation driven by policy, but of gradual change led from within practice.
Protecting traditional values through BIM
The story from ARI EDUCATION shows how BIM can be a way to protect traditional values — improving transparency, coordination, and accountability while maintaining the trust that underpins long-standing professional relationships.
Starting small, focusing on tangible benefits, and demonstrating value in real projects are key to overcoming scepticism and resistance.
The story underlines the critical role of education and training. Universities and training providers become catalysts for change, equipping the next generation with the skills and confidence to move the industry forward.
About Sifa Ari and ARI EDUCATION
Sifa Ari is a BIM and digital transformation specialist. She runs her family construction business, lectures at Eastern Mediterranean University, and is the founder of ARI EDUCATION — an Autodesk Learning Partner in Taskinkoy-Lefkosa, Cyprus.
Established in 2020, the training business provides learning opportunities for anyone seeking to improve their skills in the field of information technologies. Working with both academia and industry, ARI EDUCATION enables people to be productive in their careers by helping them develop technical design and visualisation skills.
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