Xiaoxuan Peng, RA, LEED AP BD+C, director of computational delivery at STV, has been appointed to the U.S. Technical Advisory Group (TAG) for ISO/TC 59/SC 13, an international committee responsible for advancing standards that shape how information is organized, managed and exchanged across the built environment. Through its work, the committee helps establish common frameworks for Building Information Modeling (BIM), information management and interoperability, creating stronger connections between planning, design, construction and long-term operations.
“As owners and project teams increasingly rely on digital delivery, the industry needs common frameworks that make information more accessible, reliable and usable throughout the lifecycle of an asset,” Peng said. “International standards play an important role in creating that consistency. By participating in this committee, I have an opportunity to contribute lessons learned from real-world project delivery while also helping advance approaches that support greater collaboration, stronger decision-making and more connected infrastructure systems. Those outcomes ultimately benefit the clients, communities and organizations that depend on this information every day.”
Peng recently expanded his involvement with industry standards organizations through the National Institute of Building Sciences (NIBS), where he actively collaborates with leaders from across the architecture, engineering and construction industry on initiatives focused on the future of digital delivery and asset management. His work supports broader efforts to create more connected, data-driven approaches to planning, design, construction and operations.
In addition to his role on the U.S. TAG, Peng serves on the NIBS Digital Twin Integration Council and on Working Group 2, where he contributes to efforts to advance digital twin implementation and integration. Through his new appointment, he will participate in the development and review of international standards related to BIM, information management, interoperability and the integration of built-asset and geospatial information.
“I’m particularly interested in how evolving industry standards can create a stronger foundation for digital twins, helping project information move more seamlessly from design and construction into operations and maintenance,” Peng said. “As owners seek smarter, more connected ways to manage infrastructure assets, establishing consistent frameworks for information management will be increasingly important to supporting long-term performance and decision-making.”
As infrastructure owners increasingly seek to improve project delivery, operational performance and long-term asset value, industry standards will play an important role in creating greater consistency across teams, technologies and project phases. Through his participation on the U.S. TAG, Peng will help support industry efforts to improve information continuity, strengthen capital program outcomes and enable more effective management of infrastructure and building assets over time.
