Assessing the Benefits and Challenges of Implementing 4D Modeling in Construction

Introduction. Improved visualization is one of the results of the implementation of information modeling technology. Information modeling technology was mainly used by designers when developing a digital 3D model of an object. 4D modeling combines the organizational and technological sequence of works in the project with a parametric digital 3D model of the object under construction. 4D modeling can potentially contribute to the effective implementation of the project, but data on the scale of 4D implementation are limited, there is no empirical data in practice on the possibilities and problems of using this technology. The purpose of the study is to study the state of implementation of 4D modeling, the advantages of use, the main problems that hinder effective implementation, as well as incentives for implementation in the construction sector.
Materials and Methods. The article used a qualitative analysis of the functionality of 4D modeling to form a questionnaire for a survey among specialists in the construction industry. Based on the analysis of the array of data obtained, a statistical analysis was carried out to identify key problems and incentives for the implementation of 4D modeling in the activities of construction organizations.
Results. The main reasons for the insufficient implementation of 4D modeling technology in construction organizations are identified along with high awareness of the benefits of use. Critical problems that hinder the implementation of this technology are identified, as well as key factors that can stimulate the implementation of investment and construction projects using 4D modeling.
Discussion and Conclusion. The results of the study provide a basis for theoretical analysis to solve the problems of implementing 4D modeling in the construction industry. The study uses the theory of sustainable development and the theory of the full life cycle as a theoretical basis, combines qualitative and quantitative research methods, and conducts an in-depth study of various factors that affect the management of investment and construction projects using 4D modeling technology.

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