Investigating Key Steps and Actions to Implement BIM in Construction Industry of Pakistan through Mixed Methods Approach

Abstract

Building Information Modelling (BIM) represents a transformative technology with the potential to revolutionize the construction industry by enhancing collaboration, minimizing errors, and boosting efficiency. Despite its advantages, the adoption of BIM within Pakistan's construction sector has been sluggish due to various obstacles. This study aims to identify these specific barriers and propose concrete actions to overcome them, employing a triangular approach that integrates surveys, interviews, and real-time case studies to develop a comprehensive action framework. The research uncovers barriers and actions through the lens of Kotter's 8-Step Model, offering a structured plan for BIM adoption in Pakistan. The key barriers identified include a lack of awareness, high initial costs, and resistance to change. The study underscores the critical role of government support, the need for education and training, and the cultural shift towards viewing BIM as a standard practice. It concludes that a multifaceted approach is essential to surmount these obstacles, which involves creating a sense of urgency, building a guiding coalition, developing a strategic vision, and maintaining momentum. The findings highlight that sustaining BIM implementation is paramount, achievable through leveraging credibility from previous projects, implementing KPIs to assess effectiveness, and forming a strategic vision. Additionally, the study stresses the importance of government policies and regulations in supporting BIM adoption and advocates for a fundamental change in construction project management. Overall, this study presents a thorough framework for BIM adoption in Pakistan, detailing the specific barriers and necessary actions to overcome them. The findings have significant implications for policymakers, industry leaders, and practitioners aiming to implement BIM in Pakistan, providing a roadmap for successful adoption and implementation.