The main effects and benefits of the concept of digital transformation in the construction industry are listed in the literature from strongest to weakest as value creation, operational efficiency, customer relations and participation, new business models and competitive advantage.
Digitalization Success Factors
A maturity model has been created that can help companies operating in the construction sector assess their readiness, strengths and weaknesses regarding the digitalization of their current technologies and processes. Seven success factors have been identified to define actions that can be used to guide organizations towards a successful digitalization process. These are;
- Identifying digital triggers,
- Developing digital culture,
- Developing digital vision,
- Determining digital driving forces,
- Establishing a digital organizational structure,
- Determination of transformed areas,
- Determining the effects of transformation.