Exploring the Knowledge Domain of Risk Management in Prefabricated Construction

Li, Tianxin; Li, Zhongfu; Li, Long; Jiang, Peng

doi:10.3390/buildings12111784

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“…In recent years, researchers have used quantitative instruments such as meta-analysis and bibliometric analysis to enhance previous qualitative reviews of PCRs studies. For example, Li et al [59] conducted a bibliometric method to publish PCRs research from a risk management perspective. Wuni et al [60] analyzed 54 studies in PCRs research domain and determined PC risks across six dimensions.…”

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confidence: 99%

Prefabricated Construction Risks: A Holistic Exploration through Advanced Bibliometric Tool and Content Analysis

Anaç,

Gumusburun Ayalp,

Erdayandi

2023

Sustainability

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Prefabricated construction (PC) offers advantages to the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry such as quality production, fast project completion, low waste output, high environmental sensitivity, and high security. Although PC has several advantages, knowledge gaps persist, necessitating a comprehensive bibliometric study. This research adopts a holistic bibliometric approach, combining qualitative (systematic literature review) and quantitative (bibliometric analysis) methods to assess the current state of prefabricated construction risks (PCRs) research and identify the literature trends. Unlike previous PCRs studies, our research capitalizes on the quantitative analysis capabilities of the Bibliometrix R-tool. We introduce innovative measures, such as the h-index, thematic mapping, and trend topic analysis, to deepen the understanding of the PCRs research landscape. Moreover, this study explores the intellectual structure of PCR research through keyword analysis, cluster analysis, and thematic evaluation, providing valuable insights into scientific studies, collaborations, and knowledge dissemination. In our study, following a systematic literature review to understand the existing knowledge, the R-studio Bibliometrix package is used to map the field, identify gaps in the field, and analyze the trends. This study involves a comprehensive bibliometric analysis of 150 articles in the field of PCRs, with data obtained from the Web of Science spanning from 2000 to 2023. The findings from the analyses reveal that the studies were divided into four different clusters: management, programming, logistics, and supply chain. Additionally, themes such as the integration of PC with Building Information Management (BIM), barriers, and stakeholders were also explored. The analyses indicate a growing awareness of PCRs, particularly in specific areas such as management, performance, and supply chain. This study stands out for its unique methods, analytical approach, and the use of specialized software. It provides valuable insights and suggestions for future studies.

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Section: Existing Studies On Pcmentioning

confidence: 99%

Prefabricated Construction Risks: A Holistic Exploration through Advanced Bibliometric Tool and Content Analysis

Anaç,

Gumusburun Ayalp,

Erdayandi

2023

Sustainability

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“…Due to the complexity of project environments and the intensification of the uncertainty in changes, whether the various risks faced by the project can be well controlled is the key to the success of a project [29]. Therefore, risk management has long been the focus of research [30].…”

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Evaluating Risk in Prefabricated Building Construction under EPC Contracting Using Structural Equation Modeling: A Case Study of Shaanxi Province, China

Cao

2023

Buildings

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Prefabricated buildings have the advantages of high efficiency and saving resources. However, China’s prefabricated buildings were built relatively late, and there are problems in terms of their low standardization, integration, and industrialization. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the risk of constructing prefabricated buildings under the engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) general contracting mode from the perspective of general contractors and to propose countermeasures for the key risks. Firstly, a risk evaluation index system was established via a literature analysis, and a questionnaire survey was used to collect the data. SPSS was used to conduct the data factor analysis to finally identify 4 first-level indicators and 14 second-level indicators. Then, a structural equation model (SEM) was developed to further evaluate the impact of each indicator on the risk of constructing prefabricated buildings under the EPC general contracting mode. The results showed that the construction and design risk had the greatest impact. Among them, the technical level of the construction personnel while conducting the hoisting, stacking, and protection of on-site materials and the lack of integrated design experience among the designers were the key points for risk control. On the one hand, this study explored the whole life cycle of a project, which makes up for the lack of risk analyses and the control being limited to a single engineering stage that has been presented in previous studies. On the other hand, in terms of the design, procurement, and construction as a whole research object, we found that the fuzzy evaluation method and analytic hierarchy process (AHP) used in previous risk analyses and evaluation methods have defects. They cannot verify the rationality of the logical relationship between the evaluation indices. In contrast, this study used the SEM method to fill this research gap. This ensures the scientific nature of our research to the greatest extent. Additionally, we also found some problems with this type of research: the selection of the evaluation indicators and data collection vary with the region, project characteristics, project contracting mode, and risk management subject, which influence the results of studies. Overall, the SEM method established in this study provides a reference and can help us conduct similar research and model evaluations in other regions. This method can guide project implementers to make the best risk-management decisions, so it is of great significance for practitioners in this field.

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“…In recent years, there have been several comprehensive reviews of the research progress in the field of prefabricated building [5][6][7][8][9]. For example, Masood et al [5] analyzed the 2 of 21 themes and key terms in supply chain management in prefabricated housing construction and identified key concepts such as lean, modular, customization, integration, and collaboration.…”

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confidence: 99%

“…For example, Masood et al [5] analyzed the 2 of 21 themes and key terms in supply chain management in prefabricated housing construction and identified key concepts such as lean, modular, customization, integration, and collaboration. Li et al [6] provided a thorough understanding of the knowledge domain in the domain of risk management concerning prefabricated construction. The study summarized the current research content on five major knowledge themes including supply chain and industry, decision-making and optimization, safety and health, environment and overheating, investment and cost, and proposed demand and feasible risk management strategies for future research.…”

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A Comparative Review of Recent Research Progress in Prefabricated Buildings in China and Other Countries

Wu,

Han,

Cui

et al. 2024

Buildings

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Prefabricated building construction has emerged as a transformative technology in construction engineering and the building industries. However, owing to its research characteristics, the relevant literature on prefabricated buildings is diverse and fragmented. This study offers a comparative review of relevant 21st century literature on prefabricated buildings using VOSviewer1.6.18 software. The research progress and future opportunities about prefabricated buildings were comprehensively analyzed, which provides recommendations for its subsequent development. Through keyword searches on the Web of Science, 3214 documents were identified, and an overall analysis of co-citations and co-authorship was conducted. Additionally, a comparative co-occurrence analysis highlighted the differences between China and other countries. Further elaboration of research hotspots is provided, and three future research directions are proposed: (1) energy conservation and reducing the environmental impact of prefabricated buildings, (2) improving the performance of prefabricated building components, and (3) deepening the understanding of the behavior of prefabricated structures under seismic and dynamic conditions. This study provides practitioners and scholars in the field of construction engineering with a comprehensive overview of the literature on prefabricated buildings and paves the way for future advancements in the industry. The findings of this study can be used to promote prefabricated buildings in the architecture, engineering, and construction industries.

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Exploring the Knowledge Domain of Risk Management in Prefabricated Construction

Cited by 7 publications

References 143 publications

Prefabricated Construction Risks: A Holistic Exploration through Advanced Bibliometric Tool and Content Analysis

Prefabricated Construction Risks: A Holistic Exploration through Advanced Bibliometric Tool and Content Analysis

Evaluating Risk in Prefabricated Building Construction under EPC Contracting Using Structural Equation Modeling: A Case Study of Shaanxi Province, China

A Comparative Review of Recent Research Progress in Prefabricated Buildings in China and Other Countries

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