Web‐Based Information Management System for Construction Projects

Abstract

This paper presents a web-based project information management (WebPIM) system for civil engineering applications, with particular emphasis on construction project management. In the proposed system, all project information is centralized in a project database residing in the project server, instead of being distributed to many different locations. By utilizing the latest web technology, the system works as an information platform for all design and construction participants of a construction project throughout the life cycle of the project. A prototype model is designed in this paper to illustrate the application of the proposed system and the hardware and software requirements for the intended application. Discussion is given on the security and speed of data transfer, as well as an effectiveness comparison among various project management methodologies.

An Approach for the Automatic Classification of Work Descriptions in Construction Projects

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Records management and information processing on construction sites using digital pen and paper

“…Many construction organisations invest heavily in IT systems because they perceive IT as a means of achieving efficiency (Mak, 2001). Lam and Chang (2002) believe that an effective information and records management system based upon the internet can solve many of the information related problems within the construction sector because it is the most suitable tool available which supports collaborative working. Nikas et al (2007) comment that online collaboration tools can facilitate not only easier management of the construction project, but also allows better access and exchange of project records resulting in time and cost savings and streamlining of the overall construction processes.…”

“…Project and site managers operating within the construction industry are being constantly inundated with information and documentation. The managers are then confronted with the problems of organising, recording and disseminating these huge amounts of information and how to respond to the daily request for information (Lam and Chang, 2002). When it comes to filing information and keeping records, many managers have to physically travel to submit such information or send the information through traditional systems such as the post (Gyampoh‐Vidogah et al , 2003) which in itself is not secure because records can be lost and misplaced, which can result in disputes.…”

Implementation of Web-Based Electronic Data Management System

“…Over the past two decades, infrastructure owners and the construction industry have increasingly realized that EDMS technology can provide substantial benefits to infrastructure engineering and the construction industry. Integrating information across disciplinary and organizational boundaries and streamlining data and information exchange, EDMS fosters coordination and cooperation among a large group of project participants (1,2).…”