Investigation toward the adoption of building information modelling in Algeria from architects' perspective.

Tehami, Mohamed; Seddiki, Mohammed

Abstract

This study attempts to identify and assess the individual perceptions of building information modelling (BIM) benefits and implementation barriers in the construction industry in Algeria from architects' perspective. An investigation was carried out through survey questionnaires distributed to Algerian architects with different profiles. A total of 100 questionnaires were used for the study. A subgroup analysis was conducted to investigate the differences in the individual perception of the different groups of architects segmented according to the respondent's work type, organisation size, experience length and computer-aided design (CAD) and BIM knowledge. The findings of the study revealed that the most important barriers to BIM implementation were people and policy factors. The subgroup analysis revealed that the architects working for design firms were more aware and had more readiness for adopting BIM compared to those working for project owners and contractors. Moreover, there were differences in the BIM maturity level between the large and small organisations in Algeria. It was concluded that at the actual BIM maturity level, BIM implementation would not occur without the implication of local authorities and policymakers, as they have a significant impact on promoting and accelerating BIM adoption in the country.

Citation

TEHAMI, M. and SEDDIKI, M. 2023. Investigation toward the adoption of building information modelling in Algeria from architects' perspective. Journal of construction in developing countries [online], 28(2), pages 329-352. Available from: https://doi.org/10.21315/jcdc-08-22-0148

• Journal Article Type: Article
• Acceptance Date: Apr 28, 2023
• Online Publication Date: Dec 18, 2023
• Publication Date: Dec 31, 2023
• Deposit Date: May 29, 2023
• Publicly Available Date: May 29, 2023
• Journal: Journal of construction in developing countries
• Print ISSN: 1823-6499
• Electronic ISSN: 2180-4222
• Publisher: Penerbit Universiti Sains Malaysia
• Peer Reviewed: Peer Reviewed
• Volume: 28
• Issue: 2
• Pages: 329-352
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.21315/jcdc-08-22-0148
• Keywords: Algeria's construction industry; Architects' perspective; Building information modelling (BIM); Implementation barriers; BIM maturity level
• Public URL: https://rgu-repository.worktribe.com/output/1976734