Abstract
BIM implementation can affect the project coordination mechanisms in unexpected ways, even in widely-applied project procurement structures. Apart from the chosen procurement approach, the BIM technology and the distribution of roles in the project team influence and shape the project coordination. This paper aims to explore the emerging coordination structures and processes from BIM implementation in design-build procurement. An exploratory comparative case study has been undertaken. The findings included two main coordination mechanisms: a centralized and decentralized structure and a hierarchical ver-sus participative decision-making processes. These two patterns subsequently open a debate about the rela-tions between BIM implementation and business models in AEC and particularly the emergence of specialized all-around BIM firms versus BIM-knowledgeable engineering firms.
| Original language | English |
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| Title of host publication | ECPPM 2016: 11th European Conference on Product and Process Modelling |
| Subtitle of host publication | eWork and eBusiness in Architecture, Engineering and Construction |
| Editors | S.E. Christodoulou, R. Scherer |
| Publisher | CRC Press / Balkema - Taylor & Francis Group |
| Pages | 435-446 |
| ISBN (Print) | 978-113803280-4 |
| Publication status | Published - 2016 |
| Event | ECPPM 2016 - 11th European Conference on Product and Process Modeling: eWork and eBusiness in Architecture, Engineering and Construction - Limassol, Cyprus Duration: 7 Sept 2016 → 9 Sept 2016 |
Conference
| Conference | ECPPM 2016 - 11th European Conference on Product and Process Modeling |
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| Country/Territory | Cyprus |
| City | Limassol |
| Period | 7/09/16 → 9/09/16 |
Bibliographical note
Accepted Author ManuscriptCountry (case study)
- Netherlands