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Barajei, C, Kusi, E, Ackon, F, Osman, A M, Mohammed, A M Z, Simpeh, F and Gyimah, F (2024) Success factors of the consultant selection stage of the Ghanaian public construction projects: The road sector’s perspective. Construction Economics and Building, 24(01-02), 144-62.

Bello, A O, Abdulraheem, A A, Afolabi, O P, Aka, A and Gbenga, P O (2024) Assessing the underlying factors affecting trust and transparency in the construction industry: A mixed method approach. Construction Economics and Building, 24(01-02), 3-28.

Chiponde, D, Gledson, B and Greenwood, D (2024) The institutional field of learning from project-related failures: opportunities and challenges. Construction Economics and Building, 24(01-02), 163-81.

Domínguez-Herrera, M M, González-Morales, O and González-Díaz, E (2023) Social responsibility of construction company as strategy for sustainability in island territories. Construction Economics and Building, 23(01-02), 30-55.

Hong, J, Akotia, J and Egbu, C (2024) Virtual reality in construction activities: Barriers for adoption in China. Construction Economics and Building, 24(01-02), 77-93.

Type: Journal Article
Keywords: barriers; technology adoption; virtual reality
ISBN/ISSN: 2204-9029
URL: https://doi.org/10.5130/ajceb.v24i1/2.8784
Abstract:
Purpose - The research presents a study of the barriers that hamper industry adoption of Virtual Reality (VR) for construction activities in China. Design/methodology/approach - The research adopted a qualitative research methodology, using semi-structured interviews to collect data from participants. The initial set of codes was established through an open coding method for the subsequent content analysis of data. Findings - The findings obtained identified the economic issue as the main barrier impeding the adoption of VR to deliver construction projects in China. Other barriers were also identified including insufficient technical depth and awareness, and the fragmented nature of the supply chain within the industry. Originality/value - The study proposed recommendations on raising awareness, setting up workflows and government support to mitigate the limiting barriers. The findings of the study provide valuable insights to researchers and Chinese construction industry practitioners to better understand and promote VR adoption in the delivery of construction projects.

Kapogiannis, G, Palaios, P and Sawhney, A (2024) Digital construction led growth asymmetries in Europe: The need for collaborative culture. Construction Economics and Building, 24(01-02), 50-76.

Khan, I H and Munawer, T (2024) A systematic review of economic sustainability of vertical greenery systems for buildings. Construction Economics and Building, 24(01-02), 119-43.

Suriyanon, N, Sutheerawatthana, P, Kaewmoracharoen, M and Klansai, V (2023) The utility and value of contract terms: A case study on interior contractors. Construction Economics and Building, 23(01-02), 77-94.

Uddin, S M J, Albert, A, Pradhananga, N, Ganapati, N E and Prajapati, J (2023) Health and safety challenges among post-disaster reconstruction workers. Construction Economics and Building, 23(01-02), 4-30.