An Investigation on Virtual Information Modeling Acceptance Based on Project Management Knowledge Areas

Abstract

In the contemporary construction management, poor project performance, cost overrun, and low-quality construction have become a central point of attention for improving project performance including information, interaction and communication management. virtual design and construction and building information modelling play indispensable role in improving the project performance. The aim of this study is to propose a Virtual Information Modeling as a novel information and communication technology method with potential to overcome problems in the construction industry. Using one-sample t test with Kolmogorov-Smirnov approach, we analysed data collected from structured questionnaire survey involving project managers working at architecture, engineering and construction industries in Tehran, Iran. The results suggest that the most important benefits and challenges of using Virtual Information Modeling are related to the area of integration, and implementation of Virtual Information Modeling has the greatest impact on this area of project management knowledge. Thus, integration should be considered a top priority for construction companies implementing Virtual Information Modeling in their projects. Policymakers should understand that careful management of virtual information is essential for improving the performance of projects and enhancing the process efficiency.

Construction Technology Adoption Cube: An Investigation on Process, Factors, Barriers, Drivers and Decision Makers Using NVivo and AHP Analysis

“…The literature needs to explore and evaluate the way that digital technologies can be utilized to improve productivity and safety in construction projects. A list of technologies that have received attention in the literature include: building information modelling; virtual and augmented reality; mobile and wearable technologies; LiDAR technology; automated material identification; real-time locating and tracking systems; GPS-guided plant and machinery [7,15,[50][51][52]. In this study, 'construction technology' refers to any tool, plant or equipment used for carrying out physical construction activities, and advanced technology refers to the latest models of such a plant and equipment.…”

“…For example, adding vibration to the rolling action of compactors exhibited a 260% increase in productivity during the mid-1980s when this technology was introduced by Caterpillar [11]. This leads to a growing focus on introducing new technologies [4,[12][13][14][15] to the construction industry by various firms in order to benefit from such advantages [16,17]. According to Goodrum et al [18], awareness of a particular technology does not ensure its adoption, and a "series of interrelated events" is required for the success of its implementation.…”

Evaluation of Classical Operators and Fuzzy Logic Algorithms for Edge Detection of Panels at Exterior Cladding of Buildings

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Construction Technology Adoption Cube: An Investigation on Process, Factors, Barriers, Drivers, and Decision Makers using NVivo and AHP Analysis

“…The literature needs to explore and evaluate the way that digital technologies can be utilized in a way to improve productivity and safety in construction projects. A list of technologies that has received attention in the literature include: building information modelling, virtual and augmented reality; mobile and wearable technologies; lidar technology, automated material identification; real time locating and tracking systems; GPS guided plant and machinery [7,15,[51][52][53][54]. In this study, 'construction technology' refers to any tool, plant or equipment used for carrying out physical construction activities, and advanced technology refers to the latest models of such plant and equipment.…”

“…For example, adding vibration to the rolling action of compactors exhibited a 260% increase in productivity during the mid-1980s when this technology was introduced by Caterpillar [11]. This leads to a growing focus on introducing new technologies [4,[12][13][14][15] to the construction industry by various firms in order to benefit from such advantages [16,17]. According to Goodrum et al [18], awareness of a particular technology does not ensure its adoption, and a "series of interrelated events" is required for the success of its implementation.…”