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Review

Construction 4.0: A Systematic Review of Its Application in Developing Countries

by
Shubham V. Jaiswal
,
Dexter V. L. Hunt
* and
Richard J. Davies
School of Civil Engineering, University of Birmingham, Edgbaston, Birmingham B15 2TT, UK
*
Author to whom correspondence should be addressed.
Appl. Sci. 2024, 14(14), 6197; https://doi.org/10.3390/app14146197
Submission received: 24 May 2024 / Revised: 25 June 2024 / Accepted: 1 July 2024 / Published: 17 July 2024

Abstract

This study conducts a literature review to analyse the incorporation of Industry 4.0 in the construction sector, known as Construction 4.0, in developing countries. This study utilises an effective technique, encompassing academic databases, journals, and conference proceedings, to carefully examine relevant studies published with respect to developing countries. The primary areas of emphasis involve the definition of Construction 4.0. The technologies of execution include six cutting-edge technologies such as Building Information Modelling (BIM), Internet of Things (IoT), robotics, 3D printing, UAVs, and artificial intelligence in construction procedures. This analysis also explores the awareness and understanding of Industry 4.0 in the construction sector (Construction 4.0) in developing countries before identifying where it is being applied therein. Furthermore, obstacles that impede the mainstream adoption in developing countries are identified, including but not limited to such things as insufficient technological infrastructure, skill deficiencies, and budgetary limitations. This review consolidates various studies to provide a thorough comprehension of the present condition of Construction 4.0 in developing nations. As such, this paper aims to provide a guide for future research, policy making, and industry practices in order to promote sustainable and technologically advanced construction methods in these settings.
Keywords: Industry 4.0; construction industry; Construction 4.0; developing countries; literature review; project management Industry 4.0; construction industry; Construction 4.0; developing countries; literature review; project management

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Jaiswal, S.V.; Hunt, D.V.L.; Davies, R.J. Construction 4.0: A Systematic Review of Its Application in Developing Countries. Appl. Sci. 2024, 14, 6197. https://doi.org/10.3390/app14146197

AMA Style

Jaiswal SV, Hunt DVL, Davies RJ. Construction 4.0: A Systematic Review of Its Application in Developing Countries. Applied Sciences. 2024; 14(14):6197. https://doi.org/10.3390/app14146197

Chicago/Turabian Style

Jaiswal, Shubham V., Dexter V. L. Hunt, and Richard J. Davies. 2024. "Construction 4.0: A Systematic Review of Its Application in Developing Countries" Applied Sciences 14, no. 14: 6197. https://doi.org/10.3390/app14146197

APA Style

Jaiswal, S. V., Hunt, D. V. L., & Davies, R. J. (2024). Construction 4.0: A Systematic Review of Its Application in Developing Countries. Applied Sciences, 14(14), 6197. https://doi.org/10.3390/app14146197

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