Project Execution Using Internet

Computers in Construction

Assistants
Humans solve problems
Software doing smart things: planning, analysis and design

Tools
Marvin Minsky (MIT): computer is like a violin
Friendly handy software

Media
Humans talk, negotiate, accept or reject commitments
Software supporting communication
Use of Web for Construction

Information
Services

Communications

Computing
 Use of Web for Construction

Information Services
Effective and efficient advertising tool
Company profile
Services or products
Recent projects
Job vacancies
Public feedback forum

On-line documents, e.g. design manual,contracts,forms etc.

Flow of information within project partners, e.g. extranet
 Use of Web for Construction

Communications
Electronic mails
Internet Chatting
Audio/Video Conferencing
Document Sharing
Wireless Web using Cellular phones
 Use of Web for Construction

Computing
Engineering and management computing, e.g. project
scheduling, resource management, project cost control.
Database applications
Technologies such as plug-in modules for different
computational purposes.
 Communication in Construction

Yesterday: master builders

Oral personal instructions,
sketches, some drawing

Today: teams of experts

Technical drawing, teams
organized around information

Tomorrow: virtual teams

Product data, organized around
projects
 Extranet Applications
Exchange of files between a company and the subcontractors
and partners
 Internet Applications

Virtual design studios

Building information services
Animated 3D visualization
Model based cost estimation
Shared project databases
Facilities management
On-line bidding
On-line project administration
Project control using web cams
 Virtual Design Studios
Virtual presence using audio and video conferencing
Share the same screen, same program
Entering the same virtual reality space
Virtual World
 Building Information Services

Concept
Guide potential customers to the correct vendors for the
desired products.

Technology
No complex technology required.
Services can be provided through internet or via CD ROM.

Applications
During design and procurement stages of a project.
Building Information Services
 Animated 3D Visualizations

Concept
Provide a :near-real replica of the finished product or facility
from the basic design to the operation.

Technology
High speed computers/work-stations
Software: AutoCAD, 3D-Studio Max , Adobe Premiere

Applications
From project development to the facility operation and
management. e.g. airport terminals, dams, ports etc.
Animated 3D Visualizations
Animated 3D Visualizations
Animated 3D Visualizations
 Model Based Cost Estimation

Concept
Transformation of heterogeneous design information into a
product model for cost estimation and construction planning.

Technology
COVE : Cost and Value Engineering Software
Interface through AutoCAD for graphical display

Applications
Useful for designers and contractors during both cost
estimation and tendering stages. Results in both accurate
cost estimates and time savings.
 Shared Project Databases

Concept
To gather relevant project information in a central location to
allow for all project participants to access it.

Technology
Data base server
Software: Oracle, SQL, MS Access

Applications
Useful for virtually all project participants during the project
life cycle. Upon completion of the project, the stored
information can be used for future projects.
 Facilities Management

Concept
Systematic preventive maintenance through up-to-date
information related to building state and maintenance
procedures.

Technology
Software: RYHTI, SMOG, RIUSKA

Applications
Useful for building service designers, maintenance
companies and contractors (HVAC, Electrical and building
automation)
 On-Line Bidding

Concept
Allow contractors to submit their bids on-line which can save
both time and cost. The submitted bids may be edited till the
closing date.

Technology
Software: Invitation to Bid

Applications
Useful for general and subcontractors, clients (Government
agencies, Public corporations)
On-Line Bidding
On-Line Bidding
 On-Line Project Administration

Concept
Get round-the-clock information about projects.

Features
General project information
On-line directory of contractors, vendors and suppliers
On-line project status reports
On-line change orders
On-line project drawings and specifications
On-Line Project Administration
On-Line Project Administration
On-Line Project Administration
On-Line Project Administration
On-Line Project Administration
On-Line Project Administration
 Project Monitoring Using Web Cams

Concept
Get round-the-clock digital views and achieves of projects
located at remote sites and provide quick feedback from the
head office.

Technology
A tilting web cam preferably with zoom function
Software: Any standard cam operating software

Applications
Remote construction sites, e.g. dams, bridges, tunnels etc.
Project Monitoring Using Web Cams
Virtual Construction Site
 Setting Up Web Based Project
Management System
What a Construction Company Needs?
24 hours reliable Internet access
Powerful server for computing and transfer of information
Setting up Intranet and/or Extranet to access information
within project circle with maximum security
Web-based construction management tools/software:
Planning, Scheduling and Control: Webster for Primavera
Project Management Services: AdvantageNet
On-line documentation: Project Portal
 Summary

Engineers use computers.

Results of their work is available in computer format
They can be moved around the world using internet

THE RESULT
A new way of organization
Project centered virtual organizations