Coordination and Collaboration of Information for Pan Borneo Highway (Sarawak) via Common Data Environment (CDE)

Abstract

Development of the Pan Borneo Highway in the Malaysian state of Sarawak is the single largest infrastructure project ever undertaken in Malaysia’s largest state. Construction works over 786km across Sarawak are underway today in 25 sections at 11 works packages. With multiple disciplinary teams working concurrently, housed in different locations including at remote construction site offices, the efficient management of up-to-date data based on a single source of truth is important for effective decision-making. There can be no compromise in the quality of input at all stages of construction. As Project Delivery Partner, Lebuhraya Borneo Utara (LBU), leverages on technology to improve project management - from planning and design, to construction and monitoring, and preparing to operate and maintain the final asset. The task is challenging at best. To meet its needs for coordination and collaboration of various information sources, LBU uses a Common Data Environment (CDE) to enable teams to work together on the same information. Such information is monitored, tracked and validates, leading to an overall improved efficiency and productivity, and reduced risks. The CDE is central to LBU’s Project Information Management System and Highway Information Modelling, key components for project delivery of the Pan Borneo Highway Sarawak within time and cost.