The Role of BIM in Managing Risks in Sustainability of Bridge Projects: A Systematic Review with Meta-Analysis

Dema Munef Ahmad (), László Gáspár, Zsolt Bencze and Rana Ahmad Maya
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Dema Munef Ahmad: Department of Civil Engineering, Széchenyi István University, Egyetem Square 1, H-9026 Győr, Hungary
László Gáspár: KTI Hungarian Institute for Transport Sciences and Logistics Non-Profit Ltd., Than Károly Str. 3-5, H-1119 Budapest, Hungary
Zsolt Bencze: KTI Hungarian Institute for Transport Sciences and Logistics Non-Profit Ltd., Than Károly Str. 3-5, H-1119 Budapest, Hungary
Rana Ahmad Maya: Department of Construction Engineering and Management, Faculty of Civil Engineering, Tishreen University, Lattakia P.O. Box 2237, Syria

Sustainability, 2024, vol. 16, issue 3, 1-18

Abstract: With the significant and rapid growth observed in bridge projects worldwide, the associated environmental, economic, and social concerns are on the rise. A systematic review of bridge sustainability with meta-analysis according to the PRISMA guidelines was performed, aiming to improve understanding of the importance of using building information modeling (BIM) in bridge projects by investigating the role of proper implementation of this technology to avoid and mitigate risks and improve sustainability. The relevant international literature was collected and scrutinized. The findings demonstrated that the accurate implementation of BIM significantly enhances the efficient management of risks in bridge projects. Consequently, this has a positive effect on improving the three essential (environmental, economic, and social) aspects of sustainability. The impact mentioned is especially apparent in enhancing the management of information throughout the entire lifespan of a bridge. This, in turn, facilitates precise decision-making during the design phase, aligns with assessments of environmental impact, enables real-time monitoring during execution, effectively manages the maintenance of the structure, facilitates efficient allocation and utilization of resources, and improves design practices by providing designers with accurate information. Delving into the nuances of this review has shed light on the transformative potential of BIM in shaping sustainable bridge projects, laying the groundwork for future advancements in this critical field.

Keywords: building information modeling (BIM); risk management strategies; bridge project; sustainability; PRISMA (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: O13 Q Q0 Q2 Q3 Q5 Q56 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2024
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