Navigating challenges in information management for sustainable construction project delivery

Opeoluwa Akinradewo; Tawakalitu Odubiyi; Abiola Oyediran; Clinton Aigbavboa; Mayowa Ogungbe

doi:10.30822/arteks.v11i1.4855

Authors

Opeoluwa Akinradewo University of the Free State
Tawakalitu Odubiyi Technische Universität Berlin
Abiola Oyediran UNSW Sydney
Clinton Aigbavboa University of Johannesburg
Mayowa Ogungbe University of Johannesburg

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.30822/arteks.v11i1.4855

Keywords:

Building information modelling, Construction project sustainability, Information management, Knowledge management, Project management

Abstract

Given its complexity and dynamic nature, the construction sector is beginning to understand how important it is to have efficient information management in order to improve sustainability practices. This study aims to examine the challenges that information management faces in the course of advancing sustainability in the South African construction industry. With the use of structured questionnaires, data were gathered quantitatively from 209 experts, including project managers, engineers, and architects. The study employed mean item scores and exploratory factor analysis (EFA) to identify crucial elements influencing the implementation of information management systems in construction projects. The findings revealed three primary challenges to effective information management which include technical factors, human factors, and legal and security issues. The results provide valuable insights for industry stakeholders, offering guidance on addressing these challenges to achieve more sustainable construction practices.

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