Integration of Lean Construction and BIM in Construction Projects

This report delves into the integration of Lean Construction principles and Building Information Modelling (BIM) within the construction industry. It begins by outlining the core concepts of Lean Construction, emphasizing waste reduction and value enhancement, and then explores BIM functionalities, including 3D modeling, design validation, and project management. The report examines the application of Lean Construction principles and BIM functionalities, providing an interaction matrix to illustrate their combined effects. It identifies barriers and enablers for adopting an integrated approach, offering insights into optimizing project outcomes. The conclusion highlights the potential of this integration for transforming the construction sector, supported by recommendations and suggestions for future research.

Research Paper
Integration of Lean Construction and
Building Information Modelling (BIM)

CHAPTER 1: Introduction
lean construction and building information modelling (BIM) is
used to minimize waste and add value to construction projects as
well as provide sustainable improvement options
Lean Construction aims at :
• Specification of the value
• Work flow
• Pull and pursue perfection
• Identification of the different steps in the value stream
• Persuasion of perfection
Benefits of BIM:
• design validation
• quantity take-off
• phase planning
• site utilization planning

Research Objective
• To identify and assess lean principles and
methods that improve the value of construction
processes
• To identify and assess BIM functionalities that
improve the value of construction processes
• To review where integration of lean principles
and BIM functionalities have been applied to
identify gaps to develop new integration
framework
• Identify barriers and enablers for integrating
lean construction and BIM

Methodology
• A literature
review in the
Scopus and
Web of
Science
databases
• PRISMA
method to sort
the list

Methodology
Thematic
Analysis
Inductive Thematic Analysis Theoretical Thematic
Analysis
•Semantic Theme
•Latent Theme

CHAPTER 2: LEAN CONSTRUCTION PRINCIPLES
Specification
of the value
Identificatio
n of the
value stream
Work
Flow
Pull technique in
the production
process

Application of lean
construction
Just in time (JIT)
Kaizen / Quality management
Time-based competition
Value-based management
Visual management
Employee involvement
Concurrent engineering
Kanban system
Lean project delivery system (LPDS)
Last planner system (LPS)

CHAPTER 3: BIM FUNCTIONALITIES
• Digitization of a building and its elements
• Typically takes the form of a three-
dimensional (3D) model
• Can be reviewed using software such as
Navisworks
• A minimum requirement for delivery of major
projects of UK government is Level 2 BIM
• Design development and modeling
• Model reviews through visualization
• Production of documentation, management of
materials and costs, and project controls
• Operation and maintenance of facilities

Potential uses for BIM as per the
Natspec Guidelines
Modelling existing conditions
Site analysis
Space and equipment validation
Spatial and material design models
Design visualization for communication
and functional analysis
Code checking & Sustainability
evaluation
Structural Modelling and Analysis
Energy & Lighting Analysis
Virtual testing and balancing

CHAPTER 4: INTEGRATING LEAN CONSTRUCTION
PRINCIPLES AND BIM FUNCTIONALITIES

Interaction Matrix for Lean and BIM Activities
LEAN PRINCIPLES → Specify Value Identifying
Value Stream Work Flow Pull Pursue
Perfection
BIM FUNCTIONALITIES ↓
Data Capture for existing structures &
equipment
X X X X X
Development of models X X
Design analysis X
Collaborative reviews of safety,
constructability,and operability
X X X X X
Schedule sequencing X X X
Production of documentation and
fabrication drawings/models
X X X
Generation of reports X X X X X
Project controls
X X X
As-built documentation X X X
Operations planning X X
Operation manuals X X

CHAPTER 5: BARRIERS AND ENABLERS TO
ADOPTING AN INTEGRATED APPROACH
Barriers and Enablers
Client
Government
Research and development