Koseoglu, O and Nurtan-Gunes, E T (2018) Mobile BIM implementation and lean interaction on construction site: A case study of a complex airport project. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 25(10), pp. 1298-1321. ISSN 0969-9988
Abstract
Purpose: Building information modeling (BIM) and lean construction are two practices that are developed in order to increase productivity, efficiency and quality in construction by implementing various procedures. However, the practical execution of both BIM and lean is mostly limited with the tasks performed in the office environments in the design phase. The purpose of this paper is to examine the benefit realizations in terms of lean interactions resulting from mobile BIM processes through a framework by focusing on digital transformations performed on the construction site. Design/methodology/approach: This paper examines the benefit realizations in terms of lean interactions resulting from mobile BIM processes through a framework by focusing on digital transformations performed on the construction site. To describe the case, BIM project management processes during construction phase have been explained by a participatory research. With a comprehensive literature review, interactions between site BIM processes and lean principles have been defined and the case has been evaluated accordingly. Findings: By focusing on the mobile BIM delivery of project information via tablets to construction site, it has been identified that through the use of technology enabled by BIM practices, lean construction principles are also simultaneously accomplished. This achievement is not only realized with technology but also with the strategic implementation and transformation of organization with the proper BIM practices. Research limitations/implications: The research is focused on mobile BIM processes applied on-site to enhance traditional project management processes. With the findings of this paper, practitioners may identify research questions to resolve real-life implementation challenges. Practical implications: This research will enlighten construction practitioners regarding site BIM application capabilities and lean achievements with the utilization of improved project management processes enabled by BIM. Originality/value: Through the implementation of project management processes enabled by BIM practices on construction site, lean principles are achieved and bottlenecks are identified.
| Item Type: | Article |
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| Uncontrolled Keywords: | building information modelling; case study; construction site; information and communication technology applications; project management; technology |
| Index terms: | practitioner, methodology, information and communication technology, lean construction, construction practitioner, literature review, construction site, design phase, project management process, project management, construction phase, interaction, implementation, case study, building information modelling, efficiency, transformation, productivity |
| Subjects: | information systems, behavioral psychology, building construction, project management theory and practice, professional development, management, performance management, research methods, data analysis and analytics, contractual arrangements, professional practice, project delivery, work location, computing systems, practitioner, data collection methods, business |
| Topics: | Business Strategy, Information Management, Research Practice, Project Management, Roles and Professions, Procurement, Digital Applications, Design Practice, Quality Management, Site Management |
| Descriptive scope: | 5 PCTEA |
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