Creating smart construction contracts structure with the help of building information modelling

2022-8-29
Erkenek, Avo Baran
The number of countries where BIM is mandatory to be used in projects is increasing day by day because of its data intensive structure. In addition to improving coordination and collaboration in the projects, BIM helps the stakeholders to visualize the project and make more accurate estimations at the preconstruction stage. In the process, some of the problems previously encountered are solved by adapting BIM system into the project but there are still many problems to be solved by using other technologies in the construction sector. Especially legal disputes which result from uncertainty in contract terms and disagreements in delivery and payment processes can be solved by automatizing the payment process and eliminating the intervention of human beings within the progress. Smart contracts can execute the terms of contracts with the project information through BIM and computer codes embedded in the blockchain system. In this study, a sample workflow model to combine smart contracts and BIM models is proposed by combining the information gathered from the literature on this subject and the results of research conducted with experts. Each component and step of the proposed workflow was explained in detail with their alternatives. The parameters and details needed from BIM models for its efficient implementation were determined. Then, the pros and cons of the proposed workflow model and the usability of these technologies in the payment processes were evaluated, and the limitations of using these technologies were explained.

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Citation Formats
A. B. Erkenek, “Creating smart construction contracts structure with the help of building information modelling,” M.S. - Master of Science, Middle East Technical University, 2022.