Singh, A K and Kumar, V R P (2024) Analyzing the barriers for blockchain-enabled BIM adoption in facility management using best-worst method approach. Built Environment Project and Asset Management, 14(2), pp. 164-183. ISSN 2044-124X
Abstract
Purpose: Blockchain is a developing technology that affects numerous industries, including facility management (FM). Many barriers are associated with adopting blockchain-enabled building information modeling (BEBIM) in FM. This research aims to identify and prioritize the barriers to adopting BEBIM in FM. Design/methodology/approach: To address the knowledge gap, this study employs a two-phase methodology for evaluating the barriers to adopting BEBIM in FM. The first phase involves a comprehensive literature review identifying 14 barriers to BEBIM adoption. Using a Delphi approach, the identified barriers were categorized into 6 groups and finalized by 11 experts, adding 3 more barriers to the list. The best-worst method (BWM) determines the priority weights of identified barriers and sub-barriers in the second phase. Findings: This study reveals that adopting BEBIM for FM in India faces significant hurdles. The most critical barriers are “limited collaboration” and “communication among stakeholders,” “legal constraints in certain jurisdictions” and “challenges in establishing trust and governance models.” To mitigate these barriers, stakeholders should foster collaboration and communication, develop efficient blockchain technology (BT) and establish a trust and governance model. Practical implications: This work underscores the importance of formulating effective strategies to overcome the identified barriers and emphasizes implications that can assist policymakers and industry stakeholders in achieving successful BEBIM adoption for improved FM practice. Originality/value: The study provides valuable insights for policymakers, construction industry stakeholders and facility managers interested in leveraging this technology to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of FM practice in India.
| Item Type: | Article |
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| Uncontrolled Keywords: | best-worst method; blockchain technology; building information modeling; facility management; India |
| Index terms: | blockchain, construction industry, India, effectiveness, methodology, collaboration, jurisdiction, face, literature review, strategy, governance, manager, efficiency, building information modelling |
| Subjects: | Geography, management, performance management, research methods, industry analysis, information systems, computing systems, practitioner, business, legal systems, data analysis and analytics, psychology |
| Topics: | Quality Management, Digital Applications, Legal Issues, Organizational Design, Geographical Context, Research Practice, Business Strategy, Governance, Roles and Professions |
| Descriptive scope: | 4 PCTA |
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