Weerasooriya, D; Perera, B A K S; Ranadewa, K A T O and Gallage, S D (2025) Scrutinizing the shift: investigating quantity surveyors' adaptability to cyber-physical systems. International Journal of Construction Management, 25(2), pp. 139-148. ISSN 1562-3599
Abstract
Cyber-Physical System (CPS) focuses on complex interdependencies and integration between cyberspace and the physical world. CPS holds significant potential in aiding construction professionals, encompassing Quantity Surveyors (QSs). Therefore, facilitating QS's role through CPS is pivotal to meeting the competitive advantage in construction. Thus, this study aims to investigate the adaptability of CPS to facilitate the role of QSs. The research employed a qualitative method, encompassing three Delphi rounds, incorporating semi-structured expert interviews. The data were analysed using NVivo12. It empirically proves the potential of CPS to facilitate the role of QSs. Findings revealed 24 barriers hindering CPS implementation and 11 enablers for CPS implementation. The study concluded with 22 strategies to minimise barriers and expedite the implementation of CPS among QSs. As there is limited research on adaptability of CPS for QSs, the findings can enhance the awareness and practical implementation of CPS by intervening to form more partnerships among application developers and industry leaders. The paper offers valuable insights into the successful CPS implementation, allowing for enhanced project management, improved efficiency, and optimized resource allocation as the contribution to the industry. This research uncovers several further research areas, including longitudinal studies on CPS to facilitate the roles of QSs.
| Item Type: | Article |
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| Uncontrolled Keywords: | barriers; cyber-physical systems; enablers; qss; strategies |
| Index terms: | construction professional, project management, implementation, competitive advantage, quantity surveying, resource allocation, efficiency, partnership, adaptability, integration, interview, qualitative method, strategy |
| Subjects: | contractual arrangements, user focus, market analysis, resource management, research design and methodology, data collection methods, profession, organizational analysis, partnership management, performance management, management, professional development, project management theory and practice |
| Topics: | Site Management, Organizational Design, Design Practice, Roles and Professions, Stakeholder Management, Information Management, Research Practice, Business Strategy, Quality Management, Procurement, Project Management |
| Descriptive scope: | 4 PCEA |
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