The value of BIM in operation and maintenance is not flashy 3D visualisation. It is data continuity: a digital twin that actually carries equipment codes, spare-parts lists, procedures, as-built attributes and history so that maintenance teams can use it every day.

Recently, Sunny Wang, Technical Support Director of Siveco China, delivered a speech titled “AI Is Not Magic: Two Decades of Asset Management Expertise, Practical Experience in Closed-Loop Smart O&M for the Chemical Industry” at the 2026 Chemical Enterprise Smart O&M and Energy Efficiency Improvement Seminar.

A clear, practical look at what a professional asset management assessment actually involves and the tangible value it delivers. This article serves as a condensed introductory excerpt from our white paper “Unlocking Hidden Profits: Maintenance & Asset Management Assessments Based on ISO 55000”. Full implementation approach and case studies are available exclusively in the complete white paper.

Discover why disorganized maintenance silently erodes up to 40% of profits — and how a structured assessment reveals the fastest path to recovery. This article serves as a condensed introductory excerpt from our white paper “Unlocking Hidden Profits: Maintenance & Asset Management Assessments Based on ISO 55000”. Full implementation approach and case studies are available exclusively in the complete white paper.

La French Tech Shanghai hosted Tech for Good 2026, an event focused on responsible AI development under the theme “AI: How do we get it right? Shaping AI for Real-World Impact.” Bruno Lhopiteau participated in Panel 1 – Environment.

French entrepreneur Bruno, founder of Siveco China and Bluebee Technologies, offered a detailed firsthand perspective on the evolution of digital operations and maintenance in the water industry during a recent international forum. With 26 years of experience in Chinese infrastructure — particularly water — Bruno traced his company’s journey from early challenges to global expansion, highlighting practical lessons on blending technology with operational realities.