A conceptual model for adoption of BIM in construction projects: ADKAR as an integrative model of change management

The use of Building Information Modeling (BIM) technology has facilitated storage and reuse of information throughout the lifecycle of construction projects. Despite its benefits, construction industry has witnessed several obstacles in adopting BIM technology in terms of people management. This pap...

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Published in:Technology analysis & strategic management 2022-06, Vol.34 (6), p.655-667
Main Authors: Jaaron, Ayham A.M., Hijazi, Ihab Hamzi, Musleh, Khader Issa Yousef
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
ADKAR
BIM
Building information modeling
Building management systems
Change management
Changes
Conceptual development
conceptual model
Conceptual models
Construction industry
construction sector
Contractors
Data collection
Desire
Engineers
Implementation strategy
Information technology
integrative model
Interviews
Literature reviews
Project managers
Reinforcement
Research methodology
Reuse
technology
Technology utilization
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Summary:The use of Building Information Modeling (BIM) technology has facilitated storage and reuse of information throughout the lifecycle of construction projects. Despite its benefits, construction industry has witnessed several obstacles in adopting BIM technology in terms of people management. This paper investigates how ADKAR model (an acronym for five stages of effective lasting people change: awareness, desire, knowledge, ability, and reinforcement) can contribute to successful adoption of BIM in construction sector. This study was conducted in two main stages: a rigorous literature review process followed by data collection using eight in-depth interviews with construction project managers. Data was analyzed following Bryman and Bell's [(2007). Business Research Methods. Oxford: Oxford University Press] steps for thematic analysis. The results from interviews combined with results of literature review contribute to the development of an integrated conceptual model of change management. The conceptual model identifies two main phases of determinants for successful change management process towards the adoption of BIM technology using ADKAR model. Firstly, engineers as designers with different specialist (i.e., architectural, civil, electrical, mechanical), engineers as contractors, and clients require the enhancement of all five dimensions of ADKAR for a lasting change. Secondly, government requires the enhancement of three main dimensions of ADKAR model, namely awareness, desire, and reinforcement.
ISSN:0953-7325
1465-3990
DOI:10.1080/09537325.2021.1915975