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Adeyemi, B S and Aigbavboa, C O (2024) An evaluation of the impacts of construction professionals’ conflict on performance in the Nigerian construction industry. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 42(03), 469-82.
Aksenova, G and Oti-Sarpong, K (2024) Beyond “platformania” in the construction sector: Conceptualisations and implications of product platformisation in the UK. Construction Management and Economics, 42(03), 229–50.
Amiri, O, Rahimi, M, Ayazi, A and Khazaeni, G (2024) Multi-criteria decision-making model for EPC contractor prequalification: a hybrid approach. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 42(03), 369-85.
Azman, M A, Chuweni, N N, Muhamad Halil, F, Ku Azir, K M A, Lee, B L, Juhari, F N and Skitmore, M (2024) The impact of the change in institutional regulation on construction productivity: firm-level evidence in a developing economy. Construction Management and Economics, 42(03), 199–214.
Badi, S (2024) The role of blockchain in enabling inter-organisational supply chain alignment for value co-creation in the construction industry. Construction Management and Economics, 42(03), 266–88.
Bergsdal, H, Brattebø, H and Müller, D B (2014) Dynamic material flow analysis for PCBs in the Norwegian building stock. Building Research & Information, 42(03), 359-70.
Devine-Wright, P, Wrapson, W, Henshaw, V and Guy, S (2014) Low carbon heating and older adults: comfort, cosiness and glow. Building Research & Information, 42(03), 288-99.
Dias, J L, Silva, A, Chai, C, Gaspar, P L and de Brito, J (2014) Neural networks applied to service life prediction of exterior painted surfaces. Building Research & Information, 42(03), 371-80.
Gallardo, C, Sandberg, N H and Brattebø, H (2014) Dynamic-MFA examination of Chilean housing stock: long-term changes and earthquake damage. Building Research & Information, 42(03), 343-58.
Gluch, P, Gustafsson, M, Thuvander, L and Baumann, H (2014) Charting corporate greening: environmental management trends in Sweden. Building Research & Information, 42(03), 318-29.
Hamilton, I G, Shipworth, D, Summerfield, A J, Steadman, P, Oreszczyn, T and Lowe, R (2014) Uptake of energy efficiency interventions in English dwellings. Building Research & Information, 42(03), 255-75.
Hoang, V, Susilawati, C and Raharjo, J P (2024) Analysis of productivity performance of real estate and construction firms in Indonesia. Construction Management and Economics, 42(03), 215–28.
Ilgın, H E, Karjalainen, M and Pelsmakers, S (2024) Finnish architects' attitudes towards multi-storey timber-residential buildings. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 42(03), 352-68.
Lees, T and Sexton, M (2014) An evolutionary innovation perspective on the selection of low and zero-carbon technologies in new housing. Building Research & Information, 42(03), 276-87.
Nath, A D, Hoque, M I, Datta, S D and Shahriar, F (2024) Various recycled steel fiber effect on mechanical properties of recycled aggregate concrete. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 42(03), 448-68.
Oke, A E, Kineber, A F, Albukhari, I and Dada, A J (2024) Modeling the robotics implementation barriers for construction projects in developing countries. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 42(03), 386-409.
Olatunde, N A (2024) Stakeholder management strategies employed on building projects procured by private corporate organisations in south-western Nigeria. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 42(03), 430-47.
Schweber, L and Haroglu, H (2014) Comparing the fit between BREEAM assessment and design processes. Building Research & Information, 42(03), 300-17.
van Marrewijk, A, Veenswijk, M and Clegg, S (2014) Changing collaborative practices through cultural interventions. Building Research & Information, 42(03), 330-42.
van Wyk, L, Kajimo-Shakantu, K and Opawole, A (2024) Adoption of innovative technologies in the South African construction industry. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 42(03), 410-29.
- Type: Journal Article
- Keywords: barriers; construction; implementation; innovation; innovative technologies
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- URL: https://doi.org/10.1108/IJBPA-06-2021-0090
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Purpose: The South African construction industry appears to be lagging behind other industries in the country in terms of implementation and adoption of innovative technologies. Moreover, sufficient empirical data on the adoption of innovative technologies, especially, in developing countries are not readily available. The aim of this study is therefore to assess the adoption and implementation of innovative technologies in the South African construction industry with a view to improving the industry's performance. Design/methodology/approach: A survey was undertaken using a questionnaire, administered to construction professionals primarily in project management, quantity surveying and architectural firms. Findings: The key findings show that there are some innovative technologies such as building information modelling, 3-dimensional mapping, drones, 3-dimensional printing and virtual reality that have been deployed. However, limited adoption of innovative technologies within the industry and low levels of knowledge of its benefits among the respondents were reported. This low implementation of innovative technologies was due to critical barriers such as high cost, limited knowledge, time requirement, fear of change, lack of interest, nature of construction processes and lack of team dynamics. Key drivers of innovation were found to include globalization and competition. Practical implications: The current level of implementation of innovative technologies indicated that they are not yet optimized in the South African construction industry and suggests implications for change, adaptation and growth. The study recommends that firms should consider investing in research and development in order to exploit the potential of innovation for organizations and the industry at large. Originality/value: The drivers and barriers indicated will help to prioritize the direction of adoption and growth which could help to improve the industry. © 2021, Emerald Publishing Limited.
Walker, G H, Foscarin-Kosmetatou, S, Marr, S, Gillies, S and Lindsay, P (2024) Critical essay: sociotechnical construction. Construction Management and Economics, 42(03), 251–65.
Zhalmurziyeva, K, Tokbolat, S, Durdyev, S, Mustafa, M Y and Karaca, F (2024) Assessment of sustainability indicators for urban water infrastructure in a developing country. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 42(03), 337-51.