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Abdirad, H and Dossick, C S (2019) Normative and descriptive models for COBie implementation: discrepancies and limitations. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 26(08), 1820–36.

Almarri, K, Alzahrani, S and Boussabaine, H (2019) An evaluation of the impact of risk cost on risk allocation in public private partnership projects. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 26(08), 1696–711.

Almeida, L, Tam, V W, Le, K N and She, Y (2020) Effects of occupant behaviour on energy performance in buildings: a green and non-green building comparison. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 27(08), 1939–62.

Anson, M, Ying, K T and Siu, M F (2019) Analytical models towards explaining the difficulty in efficiently matching site concrete supply resources with placing crew needs. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 26(08), 1672–95.

Antwi-Afari, M F, Li, H, Wong, J K, Oladinrin, O T, Ge, J X, Seo, J and Wong, A Y L (2019) Sensing and warning-based technology applications to improve occupational health and safety in the construction industry. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 26(08), 1534–52.

Au-Yong, C P, Chua, S J L, Ali, A S and Tucker, M (2019) Optimising maintenance cost by prioritising maintenance of facilities services in residential buildings. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 26(08), 1593–607.

Charkhakan, M H and Heravi, G (2019) Evaluating the preventability of conflicts arising from change occurrence in construction projects. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 26(08), 1777–800.

Gao, J, Ren, H, Ma, X, Cai, W and Shi, Q (2019) A total energy efficiency evaluation framework based on embodied energy for the construction industry and the spatio-temporal evolution analysis. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 26(08), 1652–71.

Habibi, M and Kermanshachi, S (2018) Phase-based analysis of key cost and schedule performance causes and preventive strategies. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 25(08), 1009–33.

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Hilali, A, Charoenngam, C and Barman, A (2019) Barriers in contractual scope management of international development projects in Afghanistan. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 26(08), 1574–92.

Hopkin, T, Lu, S, Sexton, M and Rogers, P (2019) Learning from defects in the UK housing sector using action research. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 26(08), 1608–24.

Hu, W, Dong, J, Hwang, B, Ren, R and Chen, Z (2020) Network planning of urban underground logistics system with hub-and-spoke layout: two phase cluster-based approach. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 27(08), 2079–105.

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Jacobsson, M and Merschbrock, C (2018) BIM coordinators: a review. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 25(08), 989–1008.

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Jin, R, Zou, Y, Gidado, K, Ashton, P and Painting, N (2019) Scientometric analysis of BIM-based research in construction engineering and management. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 26(08), 1750–76.

Li, H X, Ma, Z, Liu, H, Wang, J, Al-Hussein, M and Mills, A (2020) Exploring and verifying BIM-based energy simulation for building operations. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 27(08), 1679–702.

Li, Q, Sun, Q, Tao, S and Gao, X (2019) Multi-skill project scheduling with skill evolution and cooperation effectiveness. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 27(08), 2023–45.

Li, X, Li, J, Zhang, X, Gao, J and Zhang, C (2020) Simplified analysis of cable-stayed bridges with longitudinal viscous dampers. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 27(08), 1993–2022.

Liang, R and Chong, H (2019) A hybrid group decision model for green supplier selection: a case study of megaprojects. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 26(08), 1712–34.

Lu, H, Qi, J, Li, J, Xie, Y, Xu, G and Wang, H (2020) Multi-agent based safety computational experiment system for shield tunneling projects. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 27(08), 1963–91.

Meng, J, Yan, J, Xue, B, Fu, J and He, N (2018) Reducing construction material cost by optimizing buy-in decision that accounts the flexibility of non-critical activities. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 25(08), 1092–108.

Meng, Q, Zhang, Y, Li, Z, Shi, W, Wang, J, Sun, Y, Xu, L and Wang, X (2020) A review of integrated applications of BIM and related technologies in whole building life cycle. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 27(08), 1647–77.

Murillo, K P, Rocha, E and Rodrigues, M F (2019) Construction sectors efficiency analysis on seven European countries. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 26(08), 1801–19.

Park, E, Kwon, S J and Han, J (2019) Antecedents of the adoption of building information modeling technology in Korea. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 26(08), 1735–49.

Rajagopalan, G (2019) Durability of alumina silicate concrete based on slag/fly ash blends against corrosion. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 26(08), 1641–51.

Rohani, M, Shafabakhsh, G, Haddad, A and Asnaashari, E (2018) Strategy management of construction workspaces by conflict resolution algorithm and visualization model. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 25(08), 1053–74.

Sawan, R, Low, J F and Schiffauerova, A (2018) Quality cost of material procurement in construction projects. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 25(08), 974–88.

Sepasgozar, S M, Davis, S, Loosemore, M and Bernold, L (2018) An investigation of modern building equipment technology adoption in the Australian construction industry. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 25(08), 1075–91.

Silverio-Fernandez, M A, Renukappa, S and Suresh, S (2019) Evaluating critical success factors for implementing smart devices in the construction industry. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 26(08), 1625–40.

  • Type: Journal Article
  • Keywords: Information systems; Construction industry; Technology; Internet of Things; Construction; Strategic management; Interview; Smart devices; AEC sector;
  • ISBN/ISSN: 0969-9988
  • URL: https://doi.org/10.1108/ECAM-02-2018-0085
  • Abstract:
    The decentralisation of information and high rate of mobile content access in the construction industry provides an ideal scenario for improvement of processes via the implementation of the paradigm of the Internet of Things (IoT). Smart devices are considered as the objects interconnected in the IoT; therefore, they play a fundamental role in the implementation of digital solutions during the execution of construction projects. The purpose of this paper is to assess the critical factors for a successful implementation of smart devices in the construction industry. Design/methodology/approach An empirical study was performed in the Dominican Republic. This country, located at the heart of the Caribbean, presents an economy that strongly relies on the construction industry. Following a systematic approach, a qualitative data collection and analysis was performed based on semi-structured interviews and content analysis to professionals of construction companies in the Dominican Republic, enquiring the concept of smart devices and critical success factors for implementing the devices in the industry. Findings The key success factors obtained from the contestants were leadership, technology awareness, company size, usability of proposed solution, cost of implementation and interoperability. Originality/value This paper provides information to clients of the construction sector regarding the benefits of embedding smart devices into their business activities. Furthermore, this study provides a better understanding of the key factors to be considered by construction organisations when embedding smart devices into their projects. This study also provides recommendations for distinct stakeholders of the construction sector, such as policy makers, clients and technology consultants. Policy makers should especially consider factors such as technology awareness and leadership to develop the right policies for the integration of the IoT in construction projects. Technology consultants should be aware of the latest case studies of successful implementation of smart devices and IoT systems in the world in order to adapt and implement smart devices and IoT in their projects.

Stride, M, Hon, C K, Liu, R and Xia, B (2020) The use of building information modelling by quantity surveyors in facilities management roles. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 27(08), 1795–812.

Tang, L, Griffith, L, Stevens, M and Hardie, M (2020) Social media analytics in the construction industry comparison study between China and the United States. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 27(08), 1877–89.

Wu, H, Shen, G, Lin, X, Li, M, Zhang, B and Li, C Z (2020) Screening patents of ICT in construction using deep learning and NLP techniques. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 27(08), 1891–912.

Xie, X, Lu, Q, Rodenas-Herraiz, D, Parlikad, A K and Schooling, J M (2020) Visualised inspection system for monitoring environmental anomalies during daily operation and maintenance. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 27(08), 1835–52.

Xu, M, Mei, Z, Luo, S and Tan, Y (2020) Optimization algorithms for construction site layout planning: a systematic literature review. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 27(08), 1913–38.

Xu, W and Wang, T (2020) Dynamic safety prewarning mechanism of human–machine–environment using computer vision. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 27(08), 1813–33.

Xu, Z, Wang, X, Xiao, Y and Yuan, J (2020) Modeling and performance evaluation of PPP projects utilizing IFC extension and enhanced matter-element method. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 27(08), 1763–94.

Yuan, J, Li, X, Ke, Y, Xu, W and Xu, Z (2020) Developing a building information modeling–based performance management system for public–private partnerships. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 27(08), 1727–62.

Zhang, J, Ouyang, Y, Li, H, Ballesteros-Pérez, P and Skitmore, M (2020) Simulation analysis of incentives on employees' acceptance of foreign joint venture management practices: a case study. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 27(08), 2047–78.