The Challenges of Implementing Building Information Modeling in Indonesia Construction Projects

Abstract

The future of BIM is exciting and full of challenges, but there are several obstacles to implementing BIM effectively in the construction sector in Indonesia. Thus, the aim of this research is to examine the challenges of implementing BIM on construction projects, especially in Indonesia. Data was obtained from 45 respondents who answered questionnaire questions, including owners, consultants, contractors/subcontractors, private companies and state-owned enterprises representing construction parties in Indonesia. Empirical analysis using the Correlation Coefficient-A Measure of Linier method states that there are seven variables which are challenging variables in implementing BIM in construction projects. The seven challenge variables are BIM technical readiness, organizational paradigm changes regarding BIM, work environment awareness of BIM, compliance on BIM rules, increased competency and skills, consistent application of effective leadership, maturity of BIM utilization. These seven challenge variables have a linear relationship with the application of BIM in Indonesian construction projects. In conclusion, construction project parties in Indonesia must responses positively to these seven challenges to ensure that the implementation of BIM in construction projects in Indonesia is in accordance with the regulations released by the government.