Digital Transitioning in the Built Environment of Developing Countries

Innocent Musonda (University of Johannesburg, South Africa), Adetayo Onososen, Thembani Moyo

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English

Routledge
21 February 2025

Architecture; Project management; Construction & heavy industry; Urban & municipal planning; Building construction & materials

This book serves as a helpful guide for anyone interested in understanding and implementing Building Information Modelling (BIM) in developing countries. It focuses on the construction industry and how digital technologies can improve the way buildings and infrastructure projects are planned, designed, and built. The book starts by explaining what BIM is and why it's important. It then explores the challenges that developing countries face when adopting BIM, such as limited resources and lack of infrastructure. The authors provide practical solutions to overcome these challenges based on real-world examples and case studies. The book takes readers through a step-by-step process to create a roadmap for BIM adoption. It helps readers understand the necessary steps and strategies involved, such as setting clear goals, involving all relevant stakeholders, and managing changes in the way things are done.

One of the book's unique features is that it focuses specifically on the needs and circumstances of developing countries. It recognises that these countries have different challenges compared to more developed nations. By addressing these specific challenges, the book provides tailored advice that readers can apply in their own contexts. The book also emphasises the need for training and capacity building. It acknowledges that many professionals in developing countries may not have the necessary skills and knowledge to fully utilise BIM. Therefore, it introduces an approach called the dynamic capacity model, which helps ensure that people receive the training they need to successfully implement BIM. Overall, this book is a practical and accessible resource for anyone interested in implementing BIM in the construction industry of a developing country. It is important reading for professionals and academics in construction management, engineering, architecture, infrastructure development, urban planning, and governance in developing nations.

By: Innocent Musonda (University of Johannesburg South Africa), Adetayo Onososen, Thembani Moyo
Imprint: Routledge
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm,
Weight: 526g
ISBN: 9781032704951
ISBN 10: 1032704950
Pages: 180
Publication Date: 21 February 2025
Audience: College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , Primary , Undergraduate
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Chapter 1-Introduction Chapter 2- Digital Transitioning Chapter 3- Building information modelling: A digitalisation platform Chapter 4- Technology Adoption: BIM & Digital Twin Technologies Chapter 5- Organisational Digital Workflows Towards Digital Transitioning Chapter 6- Common data environment (CDE): Key to collaboration digital transitioning in the construction industry Chapter 7- The critical role of data quality and Standards in the construction industry towards digital transformation Chapter 8- Digital Transitioning Maturity and Digitalisation Impediments Chapter 9- Digital Transitioning Implementation Roadmaps Chapter 10- Recommendation and Implication

Innocent Musonda holds a PhD in Engineering Management and qualifications in construction management and civil engineering. He is a registered civil engineer (Zambia), a construction manager (South Africa), and a full member of the Chartered Institute of the Building (CIOB-UK) and the International Council for Research and Innovation in Building and Construction (CIB). He has worked for both the public and private sectors in Southern Africa. He is currently a Professor in Construction Project Management, researcher, invited speaker, founder, and director of the Centre for Applied Research and Innovation in the Built Environment (CARINBE) based at the University of Johannesburg. Adetayo Onososen holds a PhD in Construction Management and qualifications in quantity surveying. His research focuses on Sustainable Infrastructure delivery, emerging technologies in AEC, BIM, and human-robot teams in construction at the Centre of Applied Research and Innovation in the Built Environment (CARINBE). He is the sub-editor of the Journal of Construction Innovation and Cost Management (JCICM) and co-organiser of the DII conference. Dr Thembani Moyo holds a PhD in Urban and Regional Planning and qualifications in Operations Management and Town and Regional Planning. His research interests leverage a combination of experimental and empirical approaches to continue making a significant contribution in the pursuit of merging the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) and urban planning. He currently serves on various forums and scientific committees as a reviewer, facilitator, keynote speaker, and panel discussant.