{"id":25098,"date":"2025-10-23T10:17:55","date_gmt":"2025-10-23T08:17:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/biblus.accasoftware.com\/en\/?p=25098"},"modified":"2025-11-19T12:47:14","modified_gmt":"2025-11-19T11:47:14","slug":"understanding-the-difference-between-ids-ifc-or-mvd-standards","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/biblus.accasoftware.com\/en\/understanding-the-difference-between-ids-ifc-or-mvd-standards\/","title":{"rendered":"Understanding the difference between IDS, IFC or MVD standards"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"sommario\">IDS, IFC and MVD standards: what&#8217;s the difference? What are they? What are they used for? Read the article and find out now<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><br \/>\nIf you work in the BIM sector you have certainly heard of IFC, MVD and IDS.<\/p>\n<p>In this article, we will analyse in detail what it is about and what is the <em>common thread<\/em>that binds them. I remind you that you can use an <a class=\"textualLink_usbim-ids\" href=https:\/\/www.accasoftware.com\/en\/information-delivery-specification-ids target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">IDS BIM application<\/a>\u00a0to take full advantage of this powerful standard and work much faster.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"the-role-of-standardization-in-bim-data-exchange\">The role of standardization in BIM data exchange<\/h2>\n<p>Standardization in BIM data exchange represents one of the fundamental pillars for the efficient and coherent management of information throughout the entire lifecycle of a building. In a complex sector like AEC (Architecture, Engineering, and Construction), information comes from numerous actors: architects, structural engineers, contractors, general contractors, and facility managers. Each actor uses different software and tools, each with its own logic for data representation. Without shared standards, the exchange of information risks generating errors, data loss, design inefficiencies, and additional costs.<\/p>\n<p>Standardization through shared schemas like IFC (Industry Foundation Classes) ensures interoperability and consistency of data across different software platforms. The adoption of standards allows for:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Reducing errors and inconsistencies in information models, thanks to a common data structure;<\/li>\n<li>Facilitating data integration between CAD software, BIM authoring tools, and facility management tools;<\/li>\n<li>Supporting the lifecycle of the building, from design to construction to operational management;<\/li>\n<li>Promoting multi-disciplinary collaboration in complex projects, avoiding data duplication and the risk of design conflicts.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Why IDS, IFC, and MVD were created<\/h3>\n<p>The need to define standards such as IDS (Information Delivery Specification), IFC, and MVD (Model View Definition) arises from the necessity to make BIM interoperable and to ensure that information is exchanged clearly and unambiguously.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>IFC (Industry Foundation Classes)<\/strong>: is the open standard developed by buildingSMART to represent all elements of a building (walls, structures, systems, components, etc.) and their relationships. IFC allows for the export and import of BIM models between different software, maintaining structured and semantically coherent information.<\/li>\n<li><strong>MVD (Model View Definition)<\/strong>: was created to address the complexity of complete IFC models. Not all projects require all the information contained in an IFC. The MVD defines subsets of IFC data relevant to specific design phases or disciplines, simplifying exchange and reducing the risks of misunderstanding.<\/li>\n<li><strong>IDS (Information Delivery Specification)<\/strong>: specifies what information must be delivered, in what format, and with what level of detail, to meet contractual or regulatory requirements. The IDS is essential for aligning expectations between clients, designers, and builders, ensuring that the BIM model is not only interoperable but also useful and complete for the project.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>In practice, IFC provides the universal language, MVD defines what part of the language to use in each context, while IDS indicates how and when to deliver that information. This ecosystem of standards ensures that BIM becomes a truly collaborative tool and not just a 3D graphic model.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"what-is-ids-information-delivery-specification\">What is IDS (Information Delivery Specification)<\/h2>\n<p>The IDS (Information Delivery Specification) is a digital document interpretable by software that precisely defines the Information Requirements (Exchange Requirements) within a BIM-based data exchange. In other words, the IDS establishes what information must be exchanged, in what format, and with what level of detail, ensuring that all project participants have consistent and usable data.<\/p>\n<p>This document specifies how objects, classifications, materials, properties, and associated values should be delivered and shared among different disciplines. It often refers to the Industry Foundation Classes (IFC) standard, possibly integrating additional classifications, properties, and materials defined by national regulations or specific corporate agreements (such as those contained in the bSDD \u2013 buildingSMART Data Dictionary).<\/p>\n<p>The IDS is not just a technical support: it can be used as a contractual tool to ensure that the delivered data complies with the client&#8217;s objectives and project requirements. It was created to address the need to manage complex and dynamic information requirements, extending to all phases of the lifecycle of the work: from planning and design to engineering, management, and maintenance, up to renovation, restoration, or decommissioning.<\/p>\n<h3>How IDS works with IFC<\/h3>\n<p>The IDS and IFC operate in close synergy to ensure the interoperability of BIM data. While the IFC defines the universal language for representing objects and relationships within the model, the IDS indicates how to use this language in a targeted manner, specifying which entities, properties, and values must be exchanged based on project objectives.<\/p>\n<p>In practice, the IDS acts as an intelligent filter on the IFC: it selects relevant data, defines the level of detail, and aligns it with the project&#8217;s information requirements. This approach allows for:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Avoiding the overload of unnecessary information;<\/li>\n<li>Ensuring that BIM models are consistent with contractual specifications;<\/li>\n<li>Enabling the automation of quality checks on exchanged data;<\/li>\n<li>Facilitating information management throughout the entire lifecycle of the work, from design to maintenance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For further reading, I recommend the article \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/biblus.accasoftware.com\/en\/what-is-ids-information-delivery-specification-and-what-is-it-used-for\/\">IDS: what it is and what it is used for<\/a>\u201c.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"what-is-ifc-industry-foundation-classes\">What is IFC (Industry Foundation Classes)<\/h2>\n<p>The <strong>IFC (Industry Foundation Classes)<\/strong> is an open, neutral, and non-proprietary standard defined by the international standard <a href=\"https:\/\/biblus.accasoftware.com\/en\/what-is-the-iso-16739-standard\/\">ISO 16739<\/a>, designed to facilitate the exchange and sharing of BIM data among all actors in the AEC sector, regardless of the software used. Architects, structural engineers, contractors, and facility managers can thus collaborate on the same digital model, reducing errors, duplications, and loss of information.<\/p>\n<p>More than just a file format, the <strong>IFC is a structured data schema<\/strong>, which organizes objects, properties, and relationships within the digital model in a standardized way. In other words, it can be seen as an intelligent data storage system for BIM, capable of transporting complex information between different software platforms without loss of meaning or detail. This approach makes IFC a key tool for interoperability and multi-disciplinary collaboration in BIM projects.<\/p>\n<h3>Why it is the ISO standard for interoperability<\/h3>\n<p>IFC is recognized as an international ISO standard precisely because it guarantees real interoperability between heterogeneous systems. Thanks to its open and documented structure, any software compliant with the standard can read, interpret, and write data consistently. This allows for:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>multi-software collaboration<\/strong>, where designers and engineers can exchange models without proprietary conversions;<\/li>\n<li><strong>continuity of information<\/strong>, from design to construction and management of the building;<\/li>\n<li><strong>reduction of data conflicts<\/strong>, as entities and properties are defined semantically and not just geometrically;<\/li>\n<li><strong>support for regulated processes<\/strong>, such as the control of information requirements and the management of digital twins.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Practical use of IFC in BIM projects<\/h3>\n<p>IFC is applicable at all stages of a building&#8217;s lifecycle. Some practical examples include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>integrated design<\/strong>: exchange of models between architects, structural engineers, and contractors without data loss;<\/li>\n<li><strong>coordination and clash detection<\/strong>: automated verification of interferences between different disciplines;<\/li>\n<li><strong>quantification and metric computation<\/strong>: extraction of quantities and properties of elements directly from IFC models;<\/li>\n<li><strong>management and maintenance<\/strong>: transfer of construction data and asset information to facility management;<\/li>\n<li><strong>digital twin and monitoring<\/strong>: integration of IFC data with IoT sensors and digital building management systems.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Thanks to these applications, IFC is not just an exchange format but a true enabler of collaboration and automation within BIM processes.<\/p>\n<p>For further reading, I refer you to the article \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/biblus.accasoftware.com\/en\/ifc-file-all-you-need-to-know\/\">IFC File: what it is and how to open it<\/a>\u201c.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"what-is-mvd-model-view-definition\">What is MVD (Model View Definition)<\/h2>\n<p>The <strong>MVD (Model View Definition)<\/strong> is a subset of the IFC schema designed to describe data exchange in specific contexts or workflows. In practice, it groups all the information related to user requests, narrowing the vast IFC schema to only the entities useful to the recipient.<\/p>\n<p>MVDs are essential for simplifying the data exchange process between different disciplines and software, avoiding the sharing of unnecessary or redundant information. In this way, the MVD ensures that each participant receives only the data relevant to their role, improving efficiency, information quality, and compatibility between different tools.<\/p>\n<h3>MVD as a subset of the IFC schema<\/h3>\n<p>The MVD is not a new standard or format, but a filtered view of the IFC schema. The IFC schema contains all possible information about the objects and relationships of a building, but not all are necessary for every workflow. The MVD thus defines a specific set of entities, properties, and relationships relevant to a precise purpose, regardless of the software used.<\/p>\n<p>In other words, the MVD allows for the customization of data exchange according to design, contractual, or operational requirements, while maintaining the international compatibility of the IFC standard. This approach allows for the standardization of processes without losing flexibility, reducing errors arising from superfluous information.<\/p>\n<h3>Examples of filtered views (Coordination View, Design Transfer View)<\/h3>\n<p>The most common MVDs for specific project needs are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Coordination View<\/strong>: designed for interdisciplinary coordination, allows for the exchange of information necessary to detect interferences between architecture, structures, and systems, without including non-essential data;<\/li>\n<li><strong>Design Transfer View<\/strong>: used to transfer data between different design teams, ensuring that geometric and alphanumeric information is consistent and complete for the next phase of the project;<\/li>\n<li><strong>Quantity Take-Off View<\/strong>: focused on extracting quantities and properties of elements for calculations and economic analyses;<\/li>\n<li><strong>FM Handover View<\/strong>: intended for facility management, contains data useful for the management and maintenance of the building.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Read the article \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/biblus.accasoftware.com\/en\/model-view-definition-mvd-and-bim-data-exchange\/\">Model View Definition (MVD) and BIM data exchange<\/a>\u201d and discover more about this topic.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_25101\" style=\"width: 784px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-25101\" class=\"size-full wp-image-25101 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/biblus.accasoftware.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/02\/MVD-Model-View-Definition-1.jpg\" alt=\"MVD-Model-View-Definition-1\" width=\"774\" height=\"632\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-25101\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-25101 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/biblus.accasoftware.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/02\/MVD-Model-View-Definition-1.jpg\" alt=\"MVD-Model-View-Definition-1\" width=\"774\" height=\"632\" srcset=\"https:\/\/biblus.accasoftware.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/02\/MVD-Model-View-Definition-1.jpg 774w, https:\/\/biblus.accasoftware.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/02\/MVD-Model-View-Definition-1-300x245.jpg 300w, https:\/\/biblus.accasoftware.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/02\/MVD-Model-View-Definition-1-768x627.jpg 768w, https:\/\/biblus.accasoftware.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/02\/MVD-Model-View-Definition-1-705x576.jpg 705w, https:\/\/biblus.accasoftware.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/02\/MVD-Model-View-Definition-1-196x160.jpg 196w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 774px) 100vw, 774px\" \/><\/noscript> Model View Definition<\/p><\/div>\n<h2 id=\"the-difference-between-the-ids-ifc-and-mvd-standards\">The difference between the IDS, IFC, and MVD standards<\/h2>\n<p>The purpose of IDS, IFC, and MVD is similar: to have a common language for all operators involved in the entire lifecycle of the project to\u00a0<strong>improve communication, avoid errors, and facilitate collaboration<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>However, there are substantial differences that I will outline below:<\/p>\n<h3>When to use IDS, IFC, or MVD<\/h3>\n<p>The choice between IDS, IFC, and MVD depends on the context of the data exchange and the project&#8217;s objectives:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>IFC<\/strong>: to be used whenever a complete and interoperable exchange of BIM models between different software is desired. It is essential to ensure that all structural, architectural, and plant information is transferred correctly.<\/li>\n<li><strong>MVD<\/strong>: useful when only the relevant information for a specific phase of the project is to be shared, such as interdisciplinary coordination, quantity takeoff, or data transfer between design teams.<\/li>\n<li><strong>IDS<\/strong>: applicable when it is necessary to define detailed and binding information requirements, for example in BIM contracts or in data exchanges that must comply with regulatory standards or corporate specifications.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Strengths and limitations of each standard<\/h3>\n<div class=\"table-wrapper\">\n<table class=\"table table-striped table-hover table-header table-bordered\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><\/td>\n<td><strong>Strengths<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Limitations<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>IFC<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>open international standard, interoperable, covers all model information, software-independent<\/td>\n<td>complex, may contain redundant or unnecessary information for specific purposes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>MVD<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>simplifies data exchange by filtering only relevant information, reduces the risk of errors, and facilitates specific workflows<\/td>\n<td>does not cover the entire model, so it must always be paired with IFC to ensure data completeness<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>IDS<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>translates information requirements into computer-interpretable rules, supports BIM contracts and binding exchanges, improves the quality of delivered data<\/td>\n<td>requires accurate definition of requirements and depends on correct implementation by all parties involved<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<p>In practice, IFC provides the content, MVD filters it, and IDS defines the rules of the exchange.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_25100\" style=\"width: 809px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-25100\" class=\"wp-image-25100 size-full lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/biblus.accasoftware.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/02\/IDS-validation-workflow.jpg\" alt=\"IDS validation workflow\" width=\"799\" height=\"331\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-25100\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-25100 size-full lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/biblus.accasoftware.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/02\/IDS-validation-workflow.jpg\" alt=\"IDS validation workflow\" width=\"799\" height=\"331\" srcset=\"https:\/\/biblus.accasoftware.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/02\/IDS-validation-workflow.jpg 799w, https:\/\/biblus.accasoftware.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/02\/IDS-validation-workflow-300x124.jpg 300w, https:\/\/biblus.accasoftware.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/02\/IDS-validation-workflow-768x318.jpg 768w, https:\/\/biblus.accasoftware.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/02\/IDS-validation-workflow-705x292.jpg 705w, https:\/\/biblus.accasoftware.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/02\/IDS-validation-workflow-386x160.jpg 386w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 799px) 100vw, 799px\" \/><\/noscript> openBIM Workflow with IFC and IDS<\/p><\/div>\n<h2 id=\"faq-on-the-ids-and-ifc-or-mvd-standard\">FAQ on the IDS and IFC or MVD standard<\/h2>\n<h3>What is the role of standardization in BIM data exchange?<\/h3>\n<p>Standardization in BIM data exchange ensures interoperability and consistency of information across different software and disciplines, reduces errors and inconsistencies in models, facilitates data integration, and supports the complete lifecycle of the building, promoting multi-disciplinary collaboration.<\/p>\n<h3>Why were IDS, IFC, and MVD created?<\/h3>\n<p>They were created to make BIM interoperable and ensure that information is exchanged clearly and unambiguously. The IFC defines the universal language, the MVD selects subsets of data relevant to specific workflows, and the IDS establishes how and when to deliver the information.<\/p>\n<h3>What is the IDS (Information Delivery Specification)?<\/h3>\n<p>The IDS is a digital document interpretable by software that defines the Information Requirements (Exchange Requirements) for BIM data exchange. It specifies what information must be shared, in what format, and with what level of detail, and can also be used as a contractual tool.<\/p>\n<h3>How does the IDS work with the IFC?<\/h3>\n<p>The IDS works in synergy with the IFC, filtering and selecting relevant information to share. It defines which entities, properties, and values must be exchanged, avoiding data overload and ensuring consistency with contractual specifications and design requirements.<\/p>\n<h3>What is the IFC (Industry Foundation Classes)?<\/h3>\n<p>The IFC is an open, neutral, and non-proprietary standard (ISO 16739) that organizes and standardizes objects, properties, and relationships of a building to enable interoperable BIM data exchange between different software and disciplines.<\/p>\n<h3>Why is the IFC the ISO standard for interoperability?<\/h3>\n<p>The IFC is an international ISO standard because it guarantees real interoperability between heterogeneous systems, allowing multi-software collaboration, continuity of information, reduction of data conflicts, and support for regulated processes such as digital twin management.<\/p>\n<h3>What are the practical uses of the IFC in BIM projects?<\/h3>\n<p>The IFC is used in integrated design, coordination and clash detection, quantity take-off and measurement, management and maintenance, digital twin, and monitoring. It allows complete data exchange and supports collaboration and automation in BIM processes.<\/p>\n<h3>What is the MVD (Model View Definition)?<\/h3>\n<p>The MVD is a subset of the IFC schema designed for specific data exchange. It filters relevant information for a particular workflow, simplifying exchange between disciplines and software and improving the efficiency and quality of BIM models.<\/p>\n<h3>What is the role of the MVD as a subset of the IFC schema?<\/h3>\n<p>The MVD selects a specific set of entities, properties, and relationships from the complete IFC schema, allowing only the necessary information for a particular workflow to be shared, while maintaining international compatibility and standardization.<\/p>\n<h3>What are examples of filtered views of MVDs?<\/h3>\n<p>Common examples include the Coordination View (for interdisciplinary coordination), the Design Transfer View (for data transfer between design teams), the Quantity Take-Off View (for quantity extraction and measurements), and the FM Handover View (for facility management).<\/p>\n<h3>What are the differences between IDS, IFC, and MVD?<\/h3>\n<p>IFC provides the complete content of BIM models, MVD filters relevant information for specific workflows, and IDS defines the rules and information requirements for exchange. All three improve communication, avoid errors, and facilitate collaboration.<\/p>\n<h3>When to use IDS, IFC, or MVD?<\/h3>\n<p>IFC is used for the complete exchange of BIM models, MVD for sharing only relevant information in a specific workflow, and IDS when detailed and binding information requirements need to be defined, such as in BIM contracts or regulatory exchanges.<\/p>\n<h3>What are the strengths and limitations of each standard?<\/h3>\n<p>IFC: open international standard, interoperable, but complex and may contain redundant information; MVD: simplifies data exchange, reduces errors, but does not cover the entire model; IDS: translates requirements into interpretable rules, improves data quality, but requires accurate definition of requirements and correct implementation.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"international-product-banner-desktop\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"product-banner-link\" href=https:\/\/www.accasoftware.com\/en\/information-delivery-specification-ids target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"\/wp-content\/themes\/enfold-child\/img\/banner_prodotto\/usbim-ids-en.jpg\" alt=\"usbim-ids\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazyload\" src=\"\/wp-content\/themes\/enfold-child\/img\/banner_prodotto\/usbim-ids-en.jpg\" alt=\"usbim-ids\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"international-product-banner-mobile\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"product-banner-link\" href=https:\/\/www.accasoftware.com\/en\/information-delivery-specification-ids target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"\/wp-content\/themes\/enfold-child\/img\/banner_prodotto_mobile\/usbim-ids-en.jpg\" alt=\"usbim-ids\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazyload\" src=\"\/wp-content\/themes\/enfold-child\/img\/banner_prodotto_mobile\/usbim-ids-en.jpg\" alt=\"usbim-ids\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>IDS, IFC and MVD standards: what&#8217;s the difference? 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