Exploring the Potential of Building Information Modeling (BIM) in Material Management: Enhancing Efficiency, Waste Reduction, and Stakeholder Communication

This study explores how Building Information Modeling (BIM) might revolutionize material management in the construction sector by increasing productivity, reducing waste, and promoting smooth stakeholder communication. Conventional material management techniques frequently encounter difficulties with inefficiency, communication breakdowns, and waste problems, which raise project costs and cause delays. BIM shows potential in addressing these challenges through its models of construction projects facilitating improved teamwork clash identification, visual representation and cost forecasting. This study investigates the specific use of BIM in material management, addressing a crucial gap in existing research. By thoroughly analyzing current BIM technologies and their practical applications, the research evaluates their effectiveness in reducing material waste and boosting overall efficiency in material management. The study also examines various case studies and real-world examples to illustrate successful BIM applications, and the measurable benefits observed in diverse construction projects. Furthermore, the study explores the aspects of influence on BIM adoption including training reluctance to change and the necessity for staff. It offers in-depth suggestions for implementing BIM. The results aim to serve as a guide for professionals in the construction industry, policymakers and scholars by highlighting how BIM can revolutionize material handling and support greener and productive construction methods.