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DOI 10.35609/jber.2023.8.3(3)

Reference to this paper should be made as follows: Chan, S; Chai, C; Lim, C.B; Ekambaram, P.; Ghani, M.K.B; LEE, C. (2023). Navigating the Path to Construction 4.0: Policies, Challenges, and Strategies in Malaysian Construction Industry, J. Bus. Econ. Review, 8(3), 89–103. https://doi.org/10.35609/jber.2023.8.3(3)

Received: October 14, 2023 | Accepted: December 31, 2023

Navigating the Path to Construction 4.0: Policies, Challenges, and Strategies in Malaysian Construction Industry
Szewen CHAN , Changsaar CHAI, Chiuyiong BIBIANA LIM, Palaneeswaran EKAMBARAM, Mohd Khairolden Bin GHANI, Chiakuang LEE
Faculty of Engineering, Computing and Science, Swinburne University of Technology Sarawak Campus, Kuching, Malaysia
School of Architecture, Building and Design, Faculty of Innovation and Technology, Taylor's University, Subang Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia
UTM Construction Research Centre (UTM CRC), Institute for Smart Infrastructure and Innovative Construction (ISIIC), Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, Skudai, Malaysia
Faculty of Business, Design and Arts, Swinburne University of Technology Sarawak Campus, Kuching, Malaysia
School of Engineering, Centre of Sustainable Infrastructure and Digital Construction, Department of Civil and Construction Engineering, Swinburne University of Technology Melbourne, Australia
Construction Industry Consultancy (BPIP), Construction Research Institute of Malaysia (CREAM), Malaysia
Faculty of Industrial Management, University Malaysia Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah, Pahang, Malaysia Abstract

Objective - This research introduces the Kaleidoscope Model, which offers a roadmap for policymakers to perform effective changes with the moderating effect of the challenges faced

Methodology - The study employs document analysis and semi-structured interviews for qualitative data through content analysis.

Findings - Results highlight that Policy Adoption and Policy Implementation notably influence the evaluation of the effectiveness of the Construction 4.0 policy. It is found that the moderating effect (challenges) does not influence the adoption of the Construction 4.0 policy in the Malaysian construction industry.

Novelty - The novelty of this research lies in its provision of a framework, namely the Kaleidoscope Model, designed to facilitate the assessment of the effectiveness of implementing the Construction 4.0 policy in Malaysia. This framework aids policymakers and construction stakeholders in better understanding how to embrace new technologies, ultimately contributing to the realization of policy goals and enhancing effectiveness and efficiency in the construction industry.

Type of Paper - Empirical

Keywords: Construction 4.0 Policy; Policy Change; Kaleidoscope Model; Policy Implementation Challenges; Malaysian Construction Industry

JEL Classification: L74, L78.

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.35609/jber.2023.8.3(3)

Pages 89–103

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