BIMForum is now accepting submissions for presentations at the BIMForum DfMA Symposium, taking place on May 18, 2026 at the Ritz-Carlton in Tysons Corner, VA, in collaboration with the Building Innovation Conference.

Centered on the theme “DfMA: From Concept to Reality – Advancing Manufacturing-Driven Building Delivery,”the symposium will bring together industry leaders across the project lifecycle to explore how design for manufacturing and assembly (DfMA) is transforming how projects are designed and delivered.  

We invite professionals from across the built environment—including owners, designers, contractors, fabricators, and digital delivery leaders—to submit proposals that demonstrate practical applications, lessons learned, and measurable outcomes.

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Topics of Interest

Submissions should align with the DfMA lifecycle, including:

• Early design and feasibility strategies
• Design development and documentation for fabrication
• Manufacturing and offsite production workflows
• Assembly and onsite integration
• Digital coordination, standards, and data handoffs
• Real-world case studies and implementation insights

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Why Present

Presenting at the BIMForum DfMA Symposium provides an opportunity to:

• Share innovative approaches to manufacturing-driven delivery
• Contribute to advancing industry standards and best practices
• Engage with leaders shaping the future of digital delivery
• Showcase real-world project outcomes and lessons learned

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Event Details

📅 May 18, 2026

📍 Tysons Corner, VA

🕒 8:00 AM – 2:45 PM  

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Submission Deadline

⏳ April 17, 2026 (Close of Business)  

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Submit Your Proposal

📥 Submit your presentation proposal

📄 View the Call for Presentations (PDF)