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Challenges in Adopting Internet of Thing (IoT)-Based Real-Time Monitoring Technologies in Malaysian Construction Industry

Challenges in Adopting Internet of Thing (IoT)-Based Real-Time Monitoring Technologies in Malaysian Construction Industry
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Author(s): Nur Syaimasyaza Mansor (School of Housing, Building, and Planning, Gelugor, Malaysia)and Hong Cing Cing (PMT Enterprise, Malaysia)
Copyright: 2026
Pages: 26
Source title: Sustainable Construction and Heritage Conservation in the Digital Age
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): Sujatavani Gunasagaran (Taylor's University, Malaysia)and Kenn Jhun Kam (Taylor's University, Malaysia)
DOI: 10.4018/979-8-3373-5278-7.ch005

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Abstract

Internet of Things (IoT) provides real-time monitoring function for the construction players to assess accurate data for decision making. The technologies being used in Malaysia construction industry include sensors, drones, RFIDs and others. These technologies improve project's efficiency in several areas with its real-time report, yet adoption still low. Most studies focused on IoT implementation during the design phase, with few studies concentrating on the construction phase, particularly from the standpoint of contractors. Considering contractors make many decisions during the construction phase, IoT assist them for quick and precise decisions. This paper focus on the challenges in adopting IoT-based real-time monitoring technologies in the Malaysian construction industry. The research adopted qualitative method via semi-structured interviews with three G7 contractors in using those IoT and result in ten challenges. The findings are to increase industry participants' understanding and adoption of IoT in construction projects, hence enhancing project efficiency.

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