STUDY ON WEB BASED PROJECT MANAGEMENT IN CONSTRUCTION : CURRENT STATE, RECENT TREND

Abstract

The construction sector has entered a new phase with the start of the new millennium. A decade ago, the idea of managing such projects using web-based methods seemed like a vision, but it is now much more feasible. Internet and related technologies (such as Intranet and Extranet) can be used efficiently to accomplish contractual, organisational, and informational integration throughout the construction process. Significant changes in the project management environment over time have shifted businesses from sticky notes to enterprise SaaS based solutions. Organisations must keep up with these developments or risk failing as project management continues to significantly evolve with the introduction of emerging technologies and management paradigms. This has become more apparent recently because 2020 is such a tumultuous year. The effects of the widespread closures and global lockdowns experienced at the time are still being felt in 2023. As businesses scurry to adopt cutting-edge project management techniques, those disruptions have undoubtedly influenced future trends in project management. In this paper, my attempt has been in the line with to identify the factors and the most recent trends that have been active in Project management, as myself has been involved in the Construction industry. This paper also provides an overview of existing and new web-based processes and tools, including virtual online design studios, online bidding, online project management, and project monitoring and control via webcams. Emerging trends in Information and Communication Technology based building project management are investigated and highlighted.