Purpose

This paper aims to propose an integrated framework for digital project-driven supply chains (PDSC) to address multiple objectives in Architecture, Engineering, Construction and, Operations and Maintenance (AECO) value chain. Additionally, the following sub-objectives were also to be addressed: to assess emerging themes of Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) technologies in AECO and to identify lacunae in existing project supply chains.

Design/methodology/approach

The research relies on qualitative approaches and mixed methodologies, for building theories based on domain expert interviews and questionnaire surveys administered on industry professionals. Hypothesis testing has been used to analyze data and identify significant 4IR technology applications and evolve a PDSC framework to address multiple objectives in the AECO context.

Findings

4IR technologies can completely revolutionize AECO supply chains and catapult the discipline into a completely new paradigm. The immense computing power unleashed can contribute to enhancing effectiveness in delivery. Technologies such as the Internet of Things, Internet of Services, Cloud Computing, Big Data, Smart Factory, 3 D-Printing, Cyber-Physical Systems or Embedded Systems, Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality and Robotics hold immense future potential. The study proposes an integrated framework to address the multiple objectives of improved project delivery, increased productivity and cost savings, activity monitoring, reporting and agility, better workflow processes and reduction of wastage.

Research limitations/implications

The study offers ideas for complete integration of the AECO supply chain to deliver value to end customers. It, however, relies on opinions, perspectives and recollections of respondents, which is its limitation. Their opinion is expected to be influenced by their domain and project expertise.

Practical implications

In today’s global environment, information and data management is a meaningful intermediary in 4IR. It can be delivered with the aid of the cloud to collect, appraise and evaluate data efficiently; faster machine operations to manufacture quality goods at a lower cost; boost productivity; and competitiveness in AECO companies. Appropriate exchange of information and knowledge transfer will lead to innovation, effective communication in terms of frequency and quality of information; willingness to share information to improve overall performance; commitment to a common goal and mutual support; and continuous innovative effort.

Originality/value

This paper suggests fresh perspectives to integrated digital project-driven supply chains propelled by 4IR technologies, with a purpose to deliver multiple project objectives and end-customer value addition.

中文翻译：

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数字项目驱动的供应链：新范式

目的

本文旨在为数字项目驱动的供应链 (PDSC) 提出一个集成框架，以解决建筑、工程、施工以及运营和维护 (AECO) 价值链中的多个目标。此外，还需要解决以下子目标：评估 AECO 中第四次工业革命 (4IR) 技术的新兴主题，并确定现有项目供应链中的漏洞。

设计/方法/方法

该研究依赖于定性方法和混合方法，以建立基于领域专家访谈和对行业专业人士进行的问卷调查的理论。假设检验已用于分析数据并识别重要的 4IR 技术应用，并发展 PDSC 框架以解决 AECO 环境中的多个目标。

发现

4IR 技术可以彻底改变 AECO 供应链，并将该学科推向一个全新的范式。释放的巨大计算能力有助于提高交付效率。物联网、服务互联网、云计算、大数据、智能工厂、3D 打印、网络物理系统或嵌入式系统、增强现实、虚拟现实和机器人等技术具有巨大的未来潜力。该研究提出了一个综合框架来解决改进项目交付、提高生产力和成本节约、活动监控、报告和敏捷性、更好的工作流程和减少浪费的多个目标。

研究限制/影响

该研究提供了完全整合 AECO 供应链以向最终客户提供价值的想法。然而，它依赖于受访者的意见、观点和回忆，这是它的局限性。他们的意见预计会受到他们的领域和项目专业知识的影响。

实际影响

在当今的全球环境中，信息和数据管理是 4IR 中一个有意义的中介。可借助云端交付，高效收集、评估和评估数据；更快的机器操作，以更低的成本制造优质产品；提高生产力；和 AECO 公司的竞争力。适当的信息交流和知识转移将导致创新，在信息频率和质量方面进行有效沟通；愿意分享信息以提高整体绩效；致力于共同目标和相互支持；和不断的创新努力。

原创性/价值

本文为由 4IR 技术推动的集成数字项目驱动的供应链提出了新的观点，旨在实现多个项目目标和最终客户增值。