Lean Construction and Building Information Modeling (BIM) are overlapping concepts that bring solutions to all phases of a construction project, including the Construction Phase [1]. Several studies have shown that leveraging BIM data through Lean principles can significantly improve the overall management of a project [2].
However, it is important to note that the successful incorporation of Lean Construction in the Construction Phase to support the BIM Methodology may vary depending on the specific project and its implementation strategies. There is research discussing the potential benefits and challenges of integrating Lean Construction with BIM and sustainability, emphasizing the need for further systematization and thought on this topic [3].
References:
1. Lean-BIM Approach for Improving the Performance of a Construction
https://www.mdpi.com/2075-5309/13/3/654
2. Integrating lean construction with BIM and sustainability
https://www.emerald.com/insight/content/doi/10.1108/CI-02-2023-0023/full/html
3. Integrating lean construction with BIM and sustainability: a comparative study of challenges, enablers, techniques, and benefits
https://www.emerald.com/insight/content/doi/10.1108/CI-02-2023-0023/full/html
Carlos,
The advancement of the Building Information Modeling (BIM) methodology has been met with widespread adoption and growth in the construction industry. However, as with any new technology, there is the question of how quickly the industry uses emerging tools to optimize processes to maximize building performance. A main tool often used with BIM is Lean Construction, and the question remains of whether or not Lean Construction is being incorporated into the construction phase promptly to support the BIM methodology. Lean Construction is defined as a project management strategy that seeks to increase project value while limiting waste and focusing on efficiency in the design and delivery phases of the construction process (Maiden, 2017). The main goal of the Lean approach is to improve quality, reduce cost, reduce schedule, and selectively increase functional performance (Maiden). This process is often used in tandem with BIM to maximize the potential of the digital model and optimize the project's construction phase. However, despite the potential benefits of combining BIM and Lean Construction, studies have found that the Lean Construction approach needs to be faster to meet the fundamental needs of the construction industry. A study from Saez, Alarcon, and Gonzalez-Cruz (2015) focusing on the usage of Lean Construction with BIM reported that "existing profession still lacks a clear and clear understanding of how to use the potential of digital, considering application advantages and limitations at different stages of the project lifecycle" (p. 6). The same study concluded that Lean Construction is often not used to maximize BIM potential, as there is a lack of understanding from industry professionals.
Further, according to Saez et al. (2015), a wide range of tools are still being developed to bring the Lean Construction and BIM methodologies together, and most of these tools and approaches have yet to see widespread adaptation in the industry (p. 6). The literature indicates that Lean Construction is not being utilized fully in the construction phase to support BIM, especially due to a lack of understanding from industry professionals. Despite the available tools proliferating in the market for implementing the Lean methodology, there has yet to be widespread utilization of these tools and techniques (Saez et al., 2015). Thus, further research must be conducted for Lean Construction to fully support the BIM methodology in the construction phase, as this will enable a strict yet fluid pathway to effective and efficient building performance.
References:
Maiden, N. (2017). Lean Construction. Industrial Innovation Series. Retrieved from: https://ec.europa.eu/docsroom/documents/25226/attachments/1/translations/en/renditions/pdf
Saez, E., Alarcon, L. & Gonzalez-Cruz, M. (2015). Systematic lean Construction for building information modeling. Automation in Construction, 48, pp.1-12. doi:10.1016/j.autcon.2014.09.001.
Interesting observations Dr. Delmote.
Hello I am Mario. Currently completing my PhD, focusing on project alliance delivery approach and the integration of BIM and lean construction principles into the alliance contracting model, in Melbourne Australia.
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