scholarly journals Barriers to BIM Adoption in Brazil

2021 ◽  
Vol 7 ◽  
Author(s):  
Aline V. Arrotéia ◽  
Raissa C. Freitas ◽  
Silvio B. Melhado
Keyword(s):  
Research Methodology ◽  
Organizational Context ◽  
New Technologies ◽  
Single Case ◽  
Document Analysis ◽  
Single Case Study ◽  
Design Phase ◽  
Construction Company ◽  
Design And Construction

Purpose: The research goal was to investigate the main barriers faced by a large Brazilian construction company in their efforts to thoroughly implement BIM. This study focused on the analysis of understanding the barriers to BIM adoption and the usage of 3/4 dimensions (3D/4D) on the development of an infrastructure project.Research methodology: The research methodology was exploratory and qualitative, carried out through a single-case study approach made upon bibliographical research, company document analysis, project document analysis, interviews, informal conversations, and observations. The research methodology was developed in six months (from June to December 2019) divided into three main phases: phase 1: definition and design; phase 2: preparation and collection; phase 3: data analysis and conclusion. Data collection was developed using a semistructured research protocol with two different semistructured questionnaires: the first questionnaire aimed at collecting data regarding BIM implementation in the company’s organizational context; the second one focused on the understanding of BIM adoption in the project and on the investigation of the main barriers related to the usage of 3D and 4D modeling in the project studied.Findings: Regarding BIM implementation in the company, although the company studied is a construction company in the infrastructure sector, BIM was considered more efficient in the design phase and flawed in the construction phase. Findings have shown that BIM has improved the information management of the design itself and its interface with the construction phase. In relation to the usage of BIM in the project, a more collaborative work environment was noticed due to the effectiveness of communication between the design and construction teams on the job site. With respect to the usage of 3D/4D modeling in the project studied, the difficulties in extracting information from the 3D model have disabled the usage of 4D modeling during the construction phase. Therefore, the difficulties reported were identified as an opportunity to map deficiencies in the BIM model in order to define parameters for the new project proposals and to automate the process of receiving the model and checking for inconsistencies or lack of information.Implications for Research and Practice: The case study is an example that BIM as a technological tool is not able to promote an integrated design and construction interface by itself. It is necessary to integrate BIM as an integrated process with structured management methods and tools. From our perspective, we understand that contracts should change, including construction stakeholders in the very beginning of the design process fostering collaboration across stakeholders such as designers, design and construction managers, suppliers, and subcontractors, thereby achieving a higher level of improvement potentially carried on by the new technologies allied to management practices. With regard to the nature of this article, it is important to make it clear that the results from this study were based on the Brazilian construction industry only.Limitations: The research is a single-case study; therefore, the findings cannot be generalized. Most of the data were dependent on the interviewees’ self-reported perceptions. We suggest new studies should be conducted with other construction companies in the Brazilian context, comparing companies with different organizational structures and sizes and other types of projects.

scholarly journals Batalhando com Espadas e Escudos: uma Análise Semântica do Paradoxo entre Pertencimento e Desempenho em uma Cooperativa

2021 ◽  
Vol 28 (99) ◽  
pp. 786-805
Author(s):  
Bruno Felix
Keyword(s):  
Organizational Context ◽  
Semantic Analysis ◽  
Single Case ◽  
Document Analysis ◽  
Single Case Study ◽  
Organizational Narratives ◽  
Semantic Element ◽  
Depth Interviews

Abstract This study aimed to understand how the semantic analysis of the process of (re)construction of organizational narratives can help a cooperative to manage paradoxical goals. We performed a single case study based on in-depth interviews with 47 employees, non-participant observations, and document analysis in a Brazilian credit cooperative. Our results showed that individuals may tell stories to influence others’ sensemaking of “what is going on here.” When such stories show semantic fit with the linguistic organizational context, they become able to shape others’ sensemaking. As different and competitive stories can coexist, they can reflect both polarized (e. g., “we are financial-centered” versus “we are social-centered”) and paradoxical self-definitions (“we are financial-and-social-centered”). Thus, the semantic element of organizational narratives not only highlights the dialogical nature of organizations but also their paradoxical nature.

Battling with Swords and Shields: a Semantic Analysis of the Paradox of Belonging and Performing in a Cooperative

2021 ◽  
Vol 28 (99) ◽  
pp. 786-805
Author(s):  
Bruno Felix
Keyword(s):  
Organizational Context ◽  
Semantic Analysis ◽  
Single Case ◽  
Document Analysis ◽  
Single Case Study ◽  
Organizational Narratives ◽  
Semantic Element ◽  
Depth Interviews

Abstract This study aimed to understand how the semantic analysis of the process of (re)construction of organizational narratives can help a cooperative to manage paradoxical goals. We performed a single case study based on in-depth interviews with 47 employees, non-participant observations, and document analysis in a Brazilian credit cooperative. Our results showed that individuals may tell stories to influence others’ sensemaking of “what is going on here.” When such stories show semantic fit with the linguistic organizational context, they become able to shape others’ sensemaking. As different and competitive stories can coexist, they can reflect both polarized (e. g., “we are financial-centered” versus “we are social-centered”) and paradoxical self-definitions (“we are financial-and-social-centered”). Thus, the semantic element of organizational narratives not only highlights the dialogical nature of organizations but also their paradoxical nature.

scholarly journals Effectiveness of Subsidies in Technology Adoption: A Case Study Involving Reverse Osmosis (RO) Membrane Technology

2016 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 163
Author(s):  
Nur Laili ◽  
Rendi Febrianda ◽  
Iin Surminah
Keyword(s):  
Technology Adoption ◽  
Reverse Osmosis ◽  
New Technologies ◽  
Single Case ◽  
Membrane Technology ◽  
Clean Water ◽  
Single Case Study ◽  
Technological Learning ◽  
Ro Membrane

<p class="Summary">Adoption of new technologies is a process that involves technological learning and penetration of new products into the market. Within the process of new technologies adoption, government usually intervened by providing incentives, in order to support the technology adoption to be succeed. This paper examines the effectiveness of incentives for the sustainability of reverse osmosis (RO) membrane technology adoption. The study conducted through single case study on SWRO installation in Mandangin Island, East Java, Indonesia. Results of case study indentify the existence of government incentive in the form of direct subsidies to decrease the price of clean water. Although successful in reducing the price of water, but effectiveness of the subsidy on the sustainability of SWRO is still low, which is operates only 30% in a year. Further analysis shows that these subsidies actually be counter-productive to the sustainability of SWRO installation.</p>

The Financial Potential of Sporadic Customers in E-Retailing

2009 ◽  
pp. 59-73
Author(s):  
Luiz Antonio Joia
Keyword(s):  
Research Methodology ◽  
Single Case ◽  
Case Study Research ◽  
Academic Research ◽  
Single Case Study ◽  
Study Research ◽  
Real Value ◽  
The Subject ◽  
The Impact

The scope of this article is to explore the transaction profitability of frequent and sporadic buyers in the e-commerce arena. Evidence in relationship marketing literature stressing the impact of purchase frequency on customer transaction profitability as well as recent academic research challenging this approach and pointing out the importance of sporadic clients is analyzed and presented. A single case study research methodology was chosen for this article due to the exploratory facets associated with the subject and the industry under investigation. In order to gather relevant input to carry out this research, one of the largest retailing groups in Brazil was investigated. Conclusions are drawn showing that greater frequency of purchases does not necessarily translate into increased customer transaction profitability. Implications are presented, enabling practitioners and academics to grasp fully the real value of customers — both frequent and sporadic buyers — in order to develop coherent approaches for dealing with them adequately.

Um olhar para as práticas sustentáveis em uma construtora de Fortaleza/CE à luz do modelo de criação de valor sustentável de Hart e Milstein

Revista Foco ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 11 (3) ◽  
pp. 72
Author(s):  
Andriele Pinto Amorim ◽  
Milena Cirino Capelo ◽  
Naiderson Ferreira De Lucena ◽  
Maria Aparecida Tavares das Chagas
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Research ◽  
Content Analysis ◽  
Value Creation ◽  
Single Case ◽  
Single Case Study ◽  
Sustainable Practices ◽  
Construction Company ◽  
Sustainable Value ◽  
Systemic View

A integração da sustentabilidade na estratégia organizacional é um desafio para as empresas no que se refere à necessidade de racionalização de investimentos. Nesse sentido, análises multidimensionais como o Modelo de Hart e Milstein justificam-se dada a possibilidade de uma visão sistêmica das práticas sustentáveis. Este estudo objetiva a análise das práticas sustentáveis de uma construtora de Fortaleza/CE por meio do modelo de criação de valor sustentável proposto pelos teóricos mencionados. Utilizou-se pesquisa qualitativa por meio de estudo de caso único, os dados foram analisados por meio da análise de conteúdo. Conclui-se que a empresa investigada tem conseguido manter investimentos equilibrados em práticas sustentáveis e que esta caminha para a sustentabilidade de seu negócio. The integration of sustainability in the organizational strategy is a challenge for companies due to the need to rationalize investments. In this sense, multidimensional analyzes such as the Hart and Milstein Model are justified given the possibility of a systemic view of sustainable practices. Thus, this study aims to analyze the sustainable practices of a Fortaleza / CE construction company through the sustainable value creation model proposed by the mentioned theorists. We used qualitative research through a single case study, the data were analyzed through content analysis. It is concluded that the investigated company has been able to maintain balanced investments in sustainable practices and that this one walks towards the sustainability of its business.

Heritage and development outside the metropolis

2015 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 4-13 ◽  
Author(s):  
Eva Svensson
Keyword(s):  
Citizen Participation ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Single Case ◽  
Document Analysis ◽  
Heritage Management ◽  
Single Case Study ◽  
Content Type ◽  
New Ways Of Working ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to examine the contribution of heritage and participation to sustainable development in a postindustrial context. Special attention is paid to the problematic fields of attractiveness, growth and participation. New ways of working this field are called for. Design/methodology/approach – The study relies on retrospectiveparticipatory observation, citizen participation and document analysis. Findings – There is a complex relationship between experts and citizens/participants, and heritage and history are considered to be domains of experts. Therefore heritage projects have problems surviving the exodus of experts. Heritage is not perceived as asset for building new businesses by most citizens, but as values “out there”. Heritage may function as a meeting place, attracting different groups of people, but there are complex mechanisms of inclusion and exclusion. A model and a method are put forward for uniting experts and citizens, and driving the integration of heritage in other sectors of society to create innovative sustainability processes. Research limitations/implications – A single case study, taking place under special conditions. However, both the results and the context correspond well with similar studies. Practical implications – Furthering of integration of heritage management and antiquarian actions in other societal sectors. Social implications – More stable networks of citizens/stakeholders and antiquarians. Originality/value – A fairly large project involving a multitude of stakeholders and societal interests.

Who Has Potatoes?

2003 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 148-159
Author(s):  
Keith V. Bletzer
Keyword(s):  
Substance Use ◽  
Home Country ◽  
Single Case ◽  
Turning Points ◽  
Farm Labor ◽  
Single Case Study ◽  
Long Period ◽  
Migrant Work

Migratory farm labor like other forms of migrant work both in and outside agriculture impedes on the opportunity to make choices. The following essay explores particular phases in the life of one man (a single case study) and examines how he considers turning points in his life that led to a long period of substance use, both as an immigrant in the country and as a working man in his home country, followed by a cessation of use and the beginning stages of recovery. / Para el migrante, viajar en busca de trabajo es díficil, ya sea que trabaje en agricultura o en otras labores. Este ensayo examina ciertas etapas en la vida de un hombre (estudio de un solo caso) que examina los cambios que le han ocurrido durante un período en que él consumía grandes cantidades de alcohol en los estados y en su país, seguido por un período de sobriedad (no tomaba alcohol, no usaba drogas) en este país en que él comienza una etapa de rehabilitación.

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