MANAGING CRITICAL RISKS IN INDUSTRIALISED BUILDING SYSTEM (IBS) PROJECTS THROUGH BIM FEATURES: A QUANTITATIVE ANALYSIS FROM INDUSTRY PRACTITIONERS IN MALAYSIA
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https://doi.org/10.11113/mjce.v38.25394Keywords:
Industrialised Building System (IBS), Building information modeling, Construction Industry, Industrialized building system (IBS), building information modelling (BIM), risk management, construction technology adoption, Malaysian construction industry.Abstract
The Industrialised Building System (IBS) has been widely promoted in Malaysia to enhance construction productivity, quality, and sustainability. Despite its advantages, IBS projects continue to face persistent risks, particularly those related to design, coordination, and technical implementation. Building Information Modelling (BIM) is often recognised as a strategic tool for managing such risks; however, its application in IBS projects remains selective and uneven. This study examines the relationship between critical risk categories in IBS projects and the application of BIM features based on quantitative data collected from Grade 7 contractors operating in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. A structured questionnaire survey was employed, and the data were analysed using descriptive statistics and correlation analysis. The findings reveal that design, coordination, and technical risks are perceived as the most critical risks in IBS projects, while BIM applications are mainly concentrated in technical, operational, and design-related functions. Although strong associations were identified between certain risk categories and corresponding BIM features, the use of BIM for safety and cost management remains relatively limited. These findings suggest that current BIM practices are not yet fully aligned with the overall risk profile of IBS projects. This study provides empirical evidence on the role of BIM as a risk mitigation enabler and highlights the need for a more structured, risk-driven BIM implementation strategy to improve the effectiveness and resilience of IBS project delivery in Malaysia.
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