Perera, C. S. R.; Francis, V. and Gao, S. (2025) A conceptual framework for industry 4.0 acceptance and adoption in the construction industry: A systematic review. Construction Innovation, 26(5), pp. 1498-1522. ISSN 1471-4175
Abstract
Purpose – Recent technological advancements, also known as Industry 4.0, impact construction processes and, thus, the way people work. Previous research claims that despite extensive research, the implications for people are often overlooked, and the dynamics within an organisation when technology is introduced are widely ignored. This study/paper aimed to develop a conceptual technology acceptance and adoption framework founded on contingent authority innovation adoption theory, the technology organisation environment (TOE) framework and the technology acceptance model (TAM). Design/methodology/approach – Within the Scopus database, 193 journal publications (in English) were systematically analysed. The systematic literature review was conducted in February 2024, following PRISMA guidelines. The selected articles were content analysed to identify themes, allowing for a robust conceptual framework development. Findings – The analysis identified 12 factors influencing the management's intention. Under secondary adoption, 20 factors influenced the perceived ease of use, and 17 factors affected the perceived usefulness. Originality/value – The study presents insights into the acceptance and adoption of technology from an organisational perspective. It provides a comprehensive review of Industry 4.0 acceptance and adoption in the CI, leading to the development of the conceptual framework.
| Item Type: | Article |
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| Uncontrolled Keywords: | conceptual framework; construction industry; industry 4.0; technology acceptance; technology adoption |
| Index terms: | perceived ease of use, journal, systematic literature review, conceptual framework, construction industry, publication, construction process, technology acceptance model, perceived usefulness, innovation adoption, industry 4.0, technology adoption, database, methodology, dynamics, technology acceptance |
| Subjects: | data management, systems engineering, innovation and technology management, theoretical framing, research evaluation and metrics, research dissemination and communication, behavioral psychology, technology adoption, industry analysis, acoustic properties, innovation studies, research methods, building construction |
| Topics: | Site Management, Digital Applications, Information Management, Research Practice, Business Strategy, Engineering Principles |
| Descriptive scope: | 5 PCTEA |
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