Potential Improvement of Building Information Modeling (BIM) Implementation in Malaysian Construction Projects

Aryani Ahmad Latiffi,Suzila Mohd,Umol Syamsyul Rakiman

doi:10.1007/978-3-319-33111-9_14

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https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-33111-9_14

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Publication Date: Jan 1, 2016
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Affiliation: Tun Hussein Onn University of Malaysia

Abstract

Application of building information modeling (BIM), such as preview design clashes and visualize project’s model increase effectiveness in managing construction projects. However, its implementation in Malaysian construction projects is slow in order to see and gain the benefits. Therefore, this paper aims to explore on potential improvement that could increase BIM implementation in construction projects. A literature review was conducted in the history of BIM and its effects on construction projects in Malaysia. This is further supported by semi-structured interviews with construction players, consist of client, architect, structural engineer, mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP) engineers as well as contractor to discover potential improvement that could increase BIM implementation in construction projects. Encouragement from the government and top managerial level in an organization were found as a way to increase BIM implementation in construction projects. Highlighting the potential improvement is expected to increase BIM implementation in construction projects.

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