Ghosh, A; Abawajy, J and Chowdhury, M (2024) Redefining the construction managerial landscape to facilitate Industry 4.0 implementation: Scientometric mapping of research frontiers. Construction Innovation, 24(3), pp. 657-683. ISSN 1471-4175
Abstract
Purpose: This study aims to provide an excellent overview of current research trends in the construction sector in digital advancements. It provides a roadmap to policymakers for the effective utilisation of emergent digital technologies and a need for a managerial shift for its smooth adoption. Design/methodology/approach: A total of 3,046 peer-reviewed journal review articles covering Internet of Things (IoT), blockchain, building information modelling (BIM) and digital technologies within the construction sector were reviewed using scientometric mapping and weighted mind-map analysis techniques. Findings: Prominent research clusters identified were: practice-factor-strategy, system, sustainability, BIM and construction worker safety. Leading countries, authors, institutions and their collaborative networks were identified with the UK, the USA, China and Australia leading this field of research. A conceptual framework for an IoT-based concrete lifecycle quality control system is provided. Originality/value: The study traces the origins of the initial application of Industry 4.0 concepts in the construction field and reviews available literature from 1983 to 2021. It raises awareness of the latest developments and potential landscape realignment of the construction industry through digital technologies conceptual framework for an IoT-based concrete lifecycle quality control system is provided.
| Item Type: | Article |
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| Uncontrolled Keywords: | blockchain; construction 4.0; construction management; industry 4.0; internet of things; scientometric mapping |
| Index terms: | lifecycle, building information modelling, mapping, implementation, strategy, China, industry 4.0, construction sector, construction 4.0, conceptual framework, quality control, construction worker, journal, methodology, Australia, digital technology, construction industry, blockchain, internet |
| Subjects: | research dissemination and communication, computing systems, industry analysis, research methods, practitioner, digital engineering, Geography, project delivery, theoretical framing, spatial and geospatial analysis, information systems, management, contractual arrangements, technology adoption |
| Topics: | Geographical Context, Digital Applications, Roles and Professions, Business Strategy, Research Practice, Project Management, Quality Management, Procurement |
| Descriptive scope: | 4 PCTA |
N.B. Descriptive scope is a count of how many of the five facets of empirical research are indicated by the words used in title, abstract and keywords. It is not intended as a judgement on the research; merely a count of the kind of word we would expect to indicate Phenomenon, Concepts, Theoretical framing, Empirical techniques, Analytical techniques. If all five are present, then a code of “5 PCTEA” will indicate this. If you feel the coding for this record is questionable, we welcome discussion around the terms we matched or the way we categorized them. The facet you would expect may not be coded, or a facet may be coded inappropriately. This can also bear on a larger question, of which facets should be treated as defining in construction management research. Please get in touch, and we will look at it. More details here