Visualisation of construction information: a process view

Abstract

This paper addresses the issue of information visualisation within the context of business process integration. Visual technologies offer appropriate information interfaces that facilitate the integration of main stream construction applications. This paper assesses the needs of visualisation by the construction sector, it then describes recent developments in the areas of 4D/5D modelling. This paper also investigates the state of maturity and uptake of these technologies by the industry. Following this, the results of various projects conducted at Salford within the area of information visualisation are presented. The paper concludes with a set of recommendations for the better use of visual technologies by the construction sector.

Keywords: 4D, Construction Process, Maturity, Virtual Reality, Visualisation, Uptake.