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Al-Yami, A and Sanni-Anibire, M O (2021) BIM in the Saudi Arabian construction industry: state of the art, benefit and barriers. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 39(01), 33-47.
Alzahrani, H, Arif, M, Kaushik, A, Goulding, J and Heesom, D (2021) Artificial neural network analysis of teachers’ performance against thermal comfort. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 39(01), 20-32.
Babatunde, S O, Udeaja, C and Adekunle, A O (2021) Barriers to BIM implementation and ways forward to improve its adoption in the Nigerian AEC firms. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 39(01), 48-71.
- Type: Journal Article
- Keywords: AEC firms; barriers; BIM; construction industry; construction stakeholders; developing countries
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- URL: https://doi.org/10.1108/IJBPA-05-2019-0047
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Purpose: BIM has much potential to improve the effectiveness of construction works with respect to design, construction and maintenance. However, many Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) firms are still lagging in the adoption and implementation of BIM in both developing and developed countries. The purpose of this study is to assess the barriers to BIM implementation, and examine the ways forward to improve BIM adoption within the Nigerian AEC firms. Design/methodology/approach: A comprehensive literature review and questionnaire survey were used in the study. The survey targeted four different AEC firms. These include architectural firms, facility management firms, quantity surveying firms and structural engineering firms in Lagos, Nigeria. The data obtained were analyzed using mean score, standard deviation, Kruskal–Wallis test, and factor analysis. Findings: The study identified 20 barriers to BIM implementation and identified ten ways forward to improve BIM adoption in AEC firms, particularly in Nigeria. The relative importance of both the identified barriers and the ways forward were gauged. The Kruskal–Wallis tests revealed that except for one (out of 20) identified barriers, and one (out of 10) identified ways forward; there is no statistical significant difference in the perceptions of four different AEC firms. The factor analysis result grouped the 20 identified barriers into three major factors to include: weak top management support and BIM environment related issues; cost of BIM software and training issues; and incompatibility, legal, contractual, and culture related issues. Practical implications: The significance of the study cannot be over-emphasized due to BIM relevance to construction stakeholders and researchers at large. Originality/value: The study findings would inform the decisions of the construction stakeholders to make some policy recommendations capable of positively influencing the full BIM implementation in AEC firms.
Badi, S, Ochieng, E, Nasaj, M and Papadaki, M (2021) Technological, organisational and environmental determinants of smart contracts adoption: UK construction sector viewpoint. Construction Management and Economics, 39(01), 36–54.
Bordalo, R, de Brito, J, Gaspar, P L and Silva, A (2011) Service life prediction modelling of adhesive ceramic tiling systems. Building Research & Information, 39(01), 66–78.
Chahrour, R, Hafeez, M A, Ahmad, A M, Sulieman, H I, Dawood, H, Rodriguez-Trejo, S, Kassem, M, Naji, K K and Dawood, N (2021) Cost-benefit analysis of BIM-enabled design clash detection and resolution. Construction Management and Economics, 39(01), 55–72.
Heesom, D, Boden, P, Hatfield, A, Rooble, S, Andrews, K and Berwari, H (2021) Developing a collaborative HBIM to integrate tangible and intangible cultural heritage. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 39(01), 72-95.
Ismail, Z A (2021) Implementation of BIM technology for knowledge transfer in IBS building maintenance projects. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 39(01), 115-34.
Lehtovaara, J, Seppänen, O, Peltokorpi, A, Kujansuu, P and Grönvall, M (2021) How takt production contributes to construction production flow: a theoretical model. Construction Management and Economics, 39(01), 73–95.
Lindblad, H and Karrbom Gustavsson, T (2021) Public clients ability to drive industry change: the case of implementing BIM. Construction Management and Economics, 39(01), 21–35.
Lucke, T and Arthur, S (2011) Plastic pipe pressures in siphonic roof drainage systems. Building Research & Information, 39(01), 79–92.
Munir, M, Kiviniemi, A, Jones, S and Finnegan, S (2021) BIM business value for asset owners: key issues and challenges. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 39(01), 135-51.
Newton, P W and Tucker, S N (2011) Pathways to decarbonizing the housing sector: a scenario analysis. Building Research & Information, 39(01), 34–50.
Sandberg, N H, Bergsdal, H and Brattebø, H (2011) Historical energy analysis of the Norwegian dwelling stock. Building Research & Information, 39(01), 1–15.
Sodagar, B, Rai, D, Jones, B, Wihan, J and Fieldson, R (2011) The carbon-reduction potential of straw-bale housing. Building Research & Information, 39(01), 51–65.
Wallhagen, M and Glaumann, M (2011) Design consequences of differences in building assessment tools: a case study. Building Research & Information, 39(01), 16–33.
Woodward, A and Heesom, D (2021) Implementing HBIM on conservation heritage projects: Lessons from renovation case studies. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 39(01), 96-114.
Zomer, T, Neely, A, Sacks, R and Parlikad, A (2021) Exploring the influence of socio-historical constructs on BIM implementation: an activity theory perspective. Construction Management and Economics, 39(01), 1–20.