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When BIM meets blockchain: a mixed-methods literature review

    Yongshun Xu Affiliation
    ; Ming Chi Affiliation
    ; Heap-Yih Chong Affiliation
    ; Cen-Ying Lee Affiliation
    ; Keyu Chen Affiliation

Abstract

Building information modeling (BIM) and blockchain applications have introduced significant benefits to the architecture, engineering, construction, and operation (AECO) industry in recent years. Although publications on BIM and blockchain integration have been increasing, no systematic examination of the present status and managerial implications of integrated BIM and blockchain has been conducted. To bridge this gap, this paper conducts a state-of-the-art review of the development of integrated BIM and blockchain in a built environment. A combination of qualitative and quantitative methods was adopted to synthesize and analyze the research evidence. The results revealed five key managerial implica­tions of BIM integration with blockchain at the project level: design and collaboration, financial management, construction management, information management, and integration management (with other cutting-edge technologies). Challenges and opportunities are outlined and articulated from both technological and managerial perspectives, such as stakeholder management, impact assessment, real-time project management, information redundancy, and incompatibility.

Keyword : BIM, blockchain, mixed-methods, integration, design and collaboration, financial management, construction management, information management, integration management, managerial implications

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Xu, Y., Chi, M., Chong, H.-Y., Lee, C.-Y., & Chen, K. (2024). When BIM meets blockchain: a mixed-methods literature review. Journal of Civil Engineering and Management, 30(7), 646–669. https://doi.org/10.3846/jcem.2024.21638
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