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Challenges of transcending BIM information from design phase to real time on-site construction phase

Wijewickrama, MKCS; Jayasena, HS; Ariyachandra, MRMF; (2017) Challenges of transcending BIM information from design phase to real time on-site construction phase. In: Sandanayake, YG and Ramachandra, T and Gunatilake, S, (eds.) Proceedings of the 6th World Construction Symposium 2017. (pp. pp. 114-122). Ceylon Institute of Builders: Colombo, Sri Lanka. Green open access

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Abstract

Building Information Modelling (BIM) is a revolutionary paradigm which espouses modernization and innovativeness to the conventional Architecture, Engineering, Construction and Operations (AECO) industry. Successful BIM model is enriched with information which was congregated during design phase and such information should be circulated throughout the project life cycle without disturbing its originality. Nevertheless, when the complete BIM information is transferred to the site office, the on-site personnel are not absorbing the real essence of effective BIM information for on-site construction activities. Improvements in Mobile Computing Technology (MCT) have succeeded in linking this communication gap through forms of electronic pocketbooks, personnel laptops and Personal Digital Assistants (PDA). Even though, there is a greater push from technology, site personnel are not willing to accept it and they still prefer the traditional procedure. This discloses that site personnel are not prepared to practice such technologies due to their nature of Resistance to Change (RTC). Subsequently, the aim of the research is to identify the challenges of transcending BIM information from design phase to real time on-site construction phase. To accomplish the aim, a qualitative research approach was followed, steering semi-structured interviews. The gathered information was analysed rigorously through computer based content analysis. This topical study manifest that, all the recognized resisting factors extensively challenge the transcending of BIM information to the on-site construction phase. Hence, the research has successfully identified the challenges which barricade the transcending of BIM information to real time on-site construction phase.

Type: Proceedings paper
Title: Challenges of transcending BIM information from design phase to real time on-site construction phase
Event: The 6th World Construction Symposium 2017: What's New and What's Next in the Built Environment Sustainability Agenda?
Location: Colombo, Sri Lanka
Open access status: An open access version is available from UCL Discovery
Publisher version: https://uom.lk/sites/default/files/becon/files/WCS...
Language: English
Additional information: This version is the version of record. For information on re-use, please refer to the publisher’s terms and conditions.
Keywords: Building Information Modelling (BIM); Mobile Computing Technology (MCT); On-site Construction; Resistance to Change (RTC)
UCL classification: UCL
UCL > Provost and Vice Provost Offices > UCL BEAMS
UCL > Provost and Vice Provost Offices > UCL BEAMS > Faculty of the Built Environment
URI: https://discovery-pp.ucl.ac.uk/id/eprint/10200085
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