Mohammed Abdulsalam Alsofiani

arXiv2024

Developing a Comprehensive Measurement Tool for Assessing the Rate of BIM Adoption in the Construction Industry

Building Information Modeling (BIM) is a crucial technology in the construction industry, offering benefits such as enhanced collaboration, real-time decision-making, and significant cost and time savings. Despite its advantages, BIM adoption faces numerous barriers. This study aims to create a reliable tool to assess the Rate of BIM Adoption (RBA), drawing on Attributes of Innovation theory and empirical data from the literature. This research integrates theoretical insights with empirical data, providing quantitative items to measure BAR in the construction industry. The quantitative approach helps decision-makers and policymakers to mandate BIM and establish appropriate implementation standards. Its implications are significant for the construction industry, policymakers, and the academic community, offering a systematic approach to assess BIM adoption, identify barriers, and implement targeted strategies. The reliability of this approach is ensured through a solid theoretical foundation, item development, pilot testing, and statistical analysis, making it a valuable resource for improving BIM implementation and fostering innovation in the construction industry.

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arXiv2024

Digitalization in Infrastructure Construction Projects: A PRISMA-Based Review of Benefits and Obstacles

The current study presents a comprehensive review of the benefits and barriers associated with the adoption of Building Information Modeling (BIM) in infrastructure projects, focusing on the period from 2013 to 2023. The research explores the manifold advantages offered by BIM, spanning the entire project life cycle, including planning, design, construction, maintenance, and sustainability. Notably, BIM enhances collaboration, facilitates real-time data-driven decision-making, and leads to substantial cost and time savings. In parallel, a systematic literature review was conducted to identify and categorize the barriers hindering BIM adoption within the infrastructure industry. Eleven studies were selected for in-depth analysis, revealing a total of 74 obstacles. Through synthetic analysis and thematic clustering, seven primary impediments to BIM adoption were identified, encompassing challenges related to education/training, resistance to change, business value clarity, perceived cost, lack of standards and guidelines, lack of mandates, and lack of initiatives. This review explores the benefits and barriers in the industry that are facing BIM adoption in infrastructure projects, giving an important perspective toward improving effective BIM adoption strategies, policies, and standards. Future directions for research and industry development are outlined, including efforts to enhance education and training, promote standardization, advocate for policy and mandates, and integrate BIM with emerging technologies.

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