How does your company handle BIM deployments/installations, purchases, decision making, etc?

Hi all,

I apologize in advance as this isn’t strictly Revit related. I work as the “BIM Manager” for a design firm of 150 or so employees that does both Architecture and Engineering. We have essentially every notable discipline in house. I generally oversee our BIM efforts, but I’m wondering if my experience is normal/most effective.

Currently I’m unable to assist in deployments of any kind. I help create the option profiles for the new software, but that’s about it. Our IT department handles the actual deployment process of Revit, AutoCAD, etc., and because they aren’t familiar with the programs/have other things they are focused on, these deployments often achieve varying levels of success. I also can’t help users add add-ins, etc., even though they primarily come to me for these issues. I also have no purchasing authority and as a company we struggle to make buying decisions regarding add-ins that I feel would be incredibly beneficial. Who handles BIM related software at your comapny?

We also don’t have any dedicated BIM related employees. Everyone at the company, besides me, is an Architect/Engineer, which can result in lapses of BIM related knowledge on projects. We have a BIM committee, but there are hugely differing levels in dedication, ability to contribute, etc. Is this normal as well?

I’m sorry if this comes off as a rant – I promise I’m not trying to. I have just been frustrated with what I perceive as deficiencies and am thinking “there has to be a better way.” Do other companies run things differently?

Thanks for any and all insights!