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- ItemA proposal to facilitate BIM implementation across the South African construction industry(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2021-12) Calitz, Stephan; Wium, Jan Andries; Stellenbosch University. Faculty of Engineering. Dept. of Civil Engineering.ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The South African construction industry (SACI) is declining in growth and is facing many challenges. The global construction industry has realised the value of Building Information Modelling (BIM), and countries are facilitating BIM through national strategies and initiatives. However, the SACI lacks widespread and effective BIM adoption and implementation. Therefore, this study aimed to develop a proposal to facilitate BIM implementation across the SACI. The literature review covered the theoretical background of BIM, a review of the related global and local literature, the challenges faced in South Africa regarding BIM implementation and the solutions proposed to mitigate these challenges. Then, an industry analysis was done covering the global BIM implementation strategies among six countries, followed by a discussion of the nature of the SACI. The methodology was qualitative and exploratory and entailed two main phases. Phase one entailed gaining knowledge about BIM in South Africa to select a focus group and develop an interview guide, forming a basis for the second phase. Phase two entailed conducting semi-structured interviews with nine BIM experts that have a profound understanding of the SACI. The interviews were analysed using thematic analysis to obtain the findings. The challenges in the industry were found to be related to educational, cultural, legal, financial, and governmental aspects. A range of possible solutions was identified and themed: raising awareness, education and training, promoting pilot projects, developing standards, updating procurement systems, developing software that meets South African needs, and government initiatives. The main industry role-players regarding BIM implementation were divided into four industry groups: the government, the education sector, private organisations, and software developers. Guidance in terms of best practices regarding BIM implementation was found for South African firms. Five themes were identified for the guidelines. These are, determining the business value of BIM, developing a strategy to implement BIM in the organisation, acquiring external assistance, implementing sound change management practices, and initiating a pilot project. Finally, a proposal was made to facilitate BIM implementation across the SACI, which entails three key concepts, namely, leadership, strategy, and roles and responsibilities. This research contributes to BIM development in the SACI and could be used for future research on national BIM implementation strategies.