2D AND 3D IN THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY

Abstract

Technological advancement is currently at a relatively developed stage, and since decades ago, there have been technological applications in many different sectors, also including the Architectural, Engineering and Construction (AEC) industry. Within the construction sector, there are a few stages in a project life cycle, and the Facilities Management (FM) sector is one which spans over the longest time period in the cycle. However, although it covers a large part, the speed of picking up technologies in the FM sector has been notably lagging behind that of the Project Management (PM) sector.

Currently, 3-dimensional (3D) tools have already gained widespread use in the PM sector, yet many in the FM were still in 2-dimensional (2D), not even preparing for the transition to 3D yet. Overcoming challenges and increasing the technological use in the FM sector could bring about great benefits throughout the maintenance of the building.

Findings through a case study by reorganizing obtained information have shown that people actually are do aware of the benefits, yet were reluctant to convert due to various reasons. Lastly, making use of best practices and encouragement to overcome barriers could help increase the adoption rate of 3D, or the willingness to transition from 2D to 3D.