scholarly journals Research on Cost Control of Construction Project Based on the Theory of Lean Construction and BIM: Case Study

2014 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 382-388 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ye Wen
Keyword(s):  
Construction Projects ◽  
Cost Control ◽  
Construction Project ◽  
Information Model ◽  
Lean Construction ◽  
Digital Information ◽  
Building Information Model ◽  
Building Information ◽  
New Type

Lean construction is a new type of management mode of construction project, which is especially suitable for those complex, changeable and speedy construction projects. Besides, building information model (BIM) is “computable digital information” created and utilized during the design and construction of buildings. This paper takes construction project as the object and combines BIM technology with the theory of lean construction. Both of them will play a collective role in cost control of construction project. A case study is made to illustrate that to the construction projects, the lean construction and BIM technology can control their cost effectively.

scholarly journals BUILDING INFORMATION MODELLING AND PROJECT INFORMATION MANAGEMENT FRAMEWORK FOR CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS

2019 ◽  
Vol 25 (1) ◽  
pp. 53-75 ◽  
Author(s):  
Timothy O. Olawumi ◽  
Daniel W. M. Chan
Keyword(s):  
Information Management ◽  
Construction Projects ◽  
Construction Project ◽  
Assessment Model ◽  
Project Staff ◽  
Management Framework ◽  
Construction Firms ◽  
Building Information ◽  
Key Indicators

The study aims to develop an effective BIM-project information management framework (BIM-PIMF) and associated assessment model for construction projects with a view to enhancing the functional management of project information. An explanatory case study technique and case study evidence from four BIM construction projects form the study’s research design. The study identified and established the three sub-criteria of the BIM-PIMF model which are the BIM process level factors, BIM product level factors, and the key indicators for a successful BIM deployment on construction project sites. These criterias were semantically linked to the development of the BIM-PIMF framework on a five-point metric scale. The deliverables of this study include the development of the BIM-PIMF framework, together with its analytical scoring system. The findings of the study will improve the information channels of and ease the integration of technological innovations in construction processes while improving the technical competencies of project staff. The study highlighted a basket of effective recommendations and strategies to enhance the deployment of BIM throughout a project lifecycle. Policymakers and government departments can utilize the model in assessing the level of usage of BIM in a construction project as one of the useful measures in gauging which construction firms to be provided subsidies.

The role of formal and informal mechanisms in implementing lean principles in construction projects

2018 ◽  
Vol 25 (10) ◽  
pp. 1322-1338 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lena Elisabeth Bygballe ◽  
Maria Endresen ◽  
Silje Fålun
Keyword(s):  
Construction Projects ◽  
Single Case ◽  
Construction Project ◽  
Lean Construction ◽  
Single Case Study ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Lean Principles

Purpose Previous research shows that implementing lean construction is not a straightforward task. The purpose of this paper is to examine the role of formal and informal mechanisms in implementing lean principles in construction projects. Design/methodology/approach The paper draws on a single case study of the implementation of innovative lean principles in a public construction project in Norway. The study is based on qualitative data, including 17 semi-structured interviews with 21 individuals, document analysis, and observations in meetings and seminars, in addition to informal conversations. Findings Formal mechanisms, including contractual arrangements, have the potential to both facilitate and hamper the implementation of innovative lean principles in a construction project. They might create coherence, but at the same time they might limit the scope of the concept in such a way that others do not accept it. Informal mechanisms, including social and lateral relationships and trust aid implementation, both directly by creating commitment and by modifying the challenges that the formal mechanisms potentially incur. Formal mechanisms may, in turn, nurture the informal ones. Research limitations/implications The research is based on a single case study within the Norwegian public sector, which is dependent on specific public procurement regulations and subject to strong contractual traditions. Originality/value The research extends the existing knowledge of implementation of lean construction in the construction industry. It helps refining the understanding of the role played by formal and informal mechanisms, and the interplay between them in the implementation process. This knowledge is also relevant for process innovations in construction in general.

scholarly journals BIM integration in education: A case study of the construction technology project Bolt Tower Dolni Vitkovice

2017 ◽  
Vol 12 (2) ◽  
pp. 113-120 ◽  
Author(s):  
Vaclav Venkrbec ◽  
Lucie Bittnerova
Keyword(s):  
Input Data ◽  
Information Model ◽  
Information Modeling ◽  
Construction Technology ◽  
Building Information Model ◽  
Diploma Thesis ◽  
Technology Project ◽  
Design Documentation ◽  
Building Information

Abstract Building information modeling (BIM) can support effectiveness during many activities in the AEC industry. even when processing a construction-technological project. This paper presents an approach how to use building information model in higher education, especially during the work on diploma thesis and it supervision. Diploma thesis is project based work, which aims to compile a construction-technological project for a selected construction. The paper describes the use of input data, working with them and compares this process with standard input data such as printed design documentation. The effectiveness of using the building information model as a input data for construction-technological project is described in the conclusion.

scholarly journals NEGRAFICKÁ DATA A JEJICH STRUKTURA PRO VYUŽITÍ LCA V BIM

2021 ◽  
Vol 7 (01) ◽  
pp. 16-26
Author(s):  
Michal Brandtner
Keyword(s):  
Life Cycle ◽  
Data Structure ◽  
Input Data ◽  
Information Model ◽  
Model Data ◽  
Building Information Model ◽  
Graphic Information ◽  
Building Information ◽  
Whole Life Cycle

The article deals with the data structure for the purpose of Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) of buildings using the Building Information Model (BIM). LCA is a method that can be used to demonstrate the suitability of proposed materials, structures, or buildings in terms of their whole life cycle and its environmental impact. For the LCA evaluation it is crucial to obtain life cycle inventory (LCI) input data. The aim of the article is to define a BIM data structure for LCI purposes. The new methodology is based on standardization of non-graphic information model data structure called SNIM. Advantages of the proposed methodology have been demonstrated on the case study. These results are useful for expanding the BIM model with new data necessary for further LCA calculations.

scholarly journals An analysis of the integration of Lean construction principles in the BIM coordination process

2019 ◽  
Vol 13 (1) ◽  
pp. 109-116
Author(s):  
Nguyen Manh Tuan
Keyword(s):  
Construction Industry ◽  
Construction Projects ◽  
Building Information Modeling ◽  
Lean Construction ◽  
Information Modeling ◽  
Lean Principles ◽  
Building Information ◽  
Coordination Process ◽  
Near Future

The concepts of Building Information Modeling (BIM) and Lean construction are increasingly popular and used for the purpose of improving the efficiency of construction projects. The Lean construction approach helps optimize the system, thereby minimizing the waste and increase the maximum amount of value for clients. This is in line with the effectiveness of BIM for the purpose of analyzing, evaluating, and managing projects based on the virtual information model before, during and after construction. The combination of BIM and Lean construction will certainly be the trend of the construction industry in the near future. This paper aims to analyze the integration of Lean construction principles in the BIM coordination process through a specific case study. The project management unit is responsible for managing and evaluating BIM models from consultants and contractors and serves as the project's BIM coordinator. Keywords: building information modeling; BIM coordination process; Lean construction; Lean principles. Received 20 November 2018, Revised 30 December 2018, Accepted 25 January 2019

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