BIM Adoption: Drivers in the Australian AEC Industry - Research Report

This report provides a comprehensive overview of the factors influencing the adoption of Building Information Modeling (BIM) within the Australian Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry. The research draws on multiple sources to examine both extrinsic and intrinsic drivers, including individual beliefs, expectations, and socio-economic factors. The report reviews literature on the benefits of BIM, such as improved carbon productivity, and explores comparisons of BIM practice across different countries, including Australia, China, and the UK. It also investigates barriers to BIM adoption, the interaction between lean and sustainability principles, and the potential for BIM-GIS integration. The analysis considers workplace health and safety issues, the impact of digitization, and the need for collaborative BIM education. The report also examines crime in the AEC industry and the transition to sustainability. The findings highlight key considerations for stakeholders seeking to implement or improve BIM practices within the Australian AEC sector, including the need for addressing technical and social interactions to facilitate wider adoption.

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