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| Authors: | Professor Jeroen van der Heijden |
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| Edition: | R5-94:2023 |
| Price: | PDF: FREE to HERA Members and Non-Members |
| Abstract: | The construction industry has historically been hesitant to adopt new technologies, but the emergence of Construction 4.0 presents an unprecedented opportunity for transformation. While numerous studies and reports have focused on the technological aspects of Construction 4.0, its impact goes beyond technology adoption, encompassing broader dimensions such as society, environment, governance, and technology itself (referred to as the ‘SEGT dimensions’). However, there is a noticeable absence of comprehensive literature reviews that encompass this holistic understanding of Construction 4.0. To address this knowledge gap, this whitepaper aims to fill the void by presenting a systematic review that examines the implications of Construction 4.0 both narrowly (in terms of technology adoption) and broadly (considering the SEGT dimensions). By embracing both perspectives, this review seeks to provide a comprehensive overview of the literature on Construction 4.0, shedding light on its potential implications for the construction industry, the broader built environment, and the urgent social and environmental challenges of the 21st century. |