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SMART Construction Projects Framework: A Conceptual Framework for Construction Project Management in the Fourth Industrial Revolution

In: Proceedings of the 24th International Symposium on Advancement of Construction Management and Real Estate

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  • Jasmine Ngo

    (National University of Singapore)

  • Bon-Gang Hwang

    (National University of Singapore)

Abstract

Applications of the key Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) technologies have the potential to overcome the challenges faced by the construction industry and improve project performance. However, the construction industry has not well-responded to the change, remaining as a laggard in technology adoption. While there are multiple barriers faced by the construction industry, one of the most significant barriers is the risks associated with technology adoption. Furthermore, limited research has been conducted to assess the impact of 4IR technologies on construction project management. This paper discusses the key 4IR technologies and applications that impact construction project management, which eventually affect project performance. More specific objectives are: (i) to identify the key 4IR technologies and its applications that have been implemented or have the potential in construction projects that will significantly affect construction project management; and (ii) to develop a SMART Construction Projects framework that consolidates the characteristics of construction projects, key technologies and its applications in the 4IR, which changes the processes of construction project management. Based on the findings from the literature review, construction projects are expected to be sustainable, mobile, automated with real-time capabilities and transparent in the 4IR. These characteristics will change construction project management processes in the 4IR. The findings of this research serve as a starting point for future research on how construction project management changes in the 4IR, which may provide valuable reference to the industry in navigating the 4IR and to prepare the industry in sense of enhancing and developing competencies of construction project managers in the era of 4IR.

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  • Jasmine Ngo & Bon-Gang Hwang, 2021. "SMART Construction Projects Framework: A Conceptual Framework for Construction Project Management in the Fourth Industrial Revolution," Springer Books, in: Gui Ye & Hongping Yuan & Jian Zuo (ed.), Proceedings of the 24th International Symposium on Advancement of Construction Management and Real Estate, pages 705-715, Springer.
    • Handle: RePEc:spr:sprchp:978-981-15-8892-1_50
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-15-8892-1_50
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