BIM As an instrument to minimize sources of conflicts in construction projects

Abstract

It is a general acceptance within the construction industry that the conflicts in projects are inevitable; and it is a regular phenomenon due the unique nature of the construction industry. However, this is not the expectation of the clients of the industry and the society at large. A responsive construction industry should therefore take all steps to minimize conflicts in construction projects. Many sources of conflicts were found to be directly or indirectly related to information and communication. With the introduction of Building Information Modelling it was able to reduce the need for re-formatting or re-gathering information. This resulted in an increase in the speed and accuracy of transmitted information, automation of checking and analysis, unprecedented support of operation and maintenance activities and abatement of limitations associated with a lack of interoperability. It is an expectation in the construction industry that, adoption of BIM therefore will reduce the sources of conflicts in construction projects. This research study was aimed on identifying the modes to minimize sources of conflicts in construction projects with adoption of BIM. A desk study analysis was conducted using various standard publications published by construction stakeholders and the collected data was subjected to content analysis. Through findings of the research, modes which can be used to minimize sources of conflicts using BIM were identified. The findings of the research will provide a guideline for the adoption of BIM to minimize sources of conflicts.