BIM adoption and implementation for architectural practices

Y. Arayici; P. Coates; L. Koskela; M. Kagioglou; C. Usher; K. O'Reilly

doi:10.1108/02630801111118377

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BIM adoption and implementation for architectural practices

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Title:	BIM adoption and implementation for architectural practices
Author(s):	Y. Arayici, (The School of the Built Environment, University of Salford, Salford, UK), P. Coates, (The School of the Built Environment, University of Salford, Salford, UK), L. Koskela, (The School of the Built Environment, University of Salford, Salford, UK), M. Kagioglou, (The School of the Built Environment, University of Salford, Salford, UK), C. Usher, (John McCall's Architects, Liverpool, UK), K. O'Reilly, (John McCall's Architects, Liverpool, UK)
Citation:	Y. Arayici, P. Coates, L. Koskela, M. Kagioglou, C. Usher, K. O'Reilly, (2011) "BIM adoption and implementation for architectural practices", Structural Survey, Vol. 29 Iss: 1, pp.7 - 25
Keywords:	Action research, Building services, Knowledge management, Modelling, Small to medium-sized enterprises
Article type:	Research paper
DOI:	10.1108/02630801111118377 (Permanent URL)
Publisher:	Emerald Group Publishing Limited
Abstract:	Purpose – This paper aims to present a systematic approach for building information modelling (BIM) implementation for architectural SMEs at the organizational level Design/methodology/approach – The research is undertaken through a knowledge transfer partnership (KTP) project between the University of Salford and John McCall Architects (JMA) a SME based in Liverpool. The overall aim of the KTP is to develop lean design practice through BIM adoption. The BIM implementation approach uses a socio-technical view, which does not only consider the implementation of technology but also considers the socio-cultural environment that provides the context for its implementation. The action research oriented qualitative and quantitative research is used for discovery, comparison, and experimentation as it provides “learning by doing”. Findings – The strategic approach to BIM adoption incorporated people, process and technology equally and led to capacity building through the improvements in process, technological infrastructure and upskilling of JMA staff to attain efficiency gains and competitive advantages. Originality/value – The paper introduces a systematic approach for BIM adoption based on the action research philosophy and demonstrates a roadmap for BIM adoption at the operational level for SME companies.