It is the simplest form, level 0 effectively means no collaboration,  includes 2D drawings. Engineering calculations and analysis are not related to the development of design information and development tools, they are performed manually or using specialized CAE (Computer Aided Engineering) software. Quantities and spreadsheets are also calculated and prepared non-automatically. Paper or electronic documents are used.

BIM 0 level – 2D CAD file information is stored on paper. The most likely mechanism for data exchange is the transmission of drawings in a electronic or paper format without clearly defined standards or procedures.