The Perception of Construction Industry Players on Drone Technology: Impact on Project Delays and Work Quality
Keywords:
Drone Technology, Construction Management, Project Delays, Work QualityAbstract
Introduction/Main Objectives: This study aimed to systematically investigate the perception of construction industry players regarding the effectiveness of drone technology in mitigating project delays and improving work quality on construction sites.
Background Problems: The global construction industry faces persistent challenges from project delays and work quality variations, leading to financial losses. Despite the growing adoption of drone technology as a monitoring solution, there is a lack of empirical evidence on how industry players themselves perceive its effectiveness in addressing these core issues.
Research Methods: A quantitative survey method was employed, targeting a sample of construction professionals (project managers, engineers, contractors) in Southern Malaysia. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics to measure the intensity of industry perception.
Finding/Results: Results showed an overwhelmingly strong positive perception. The mean score for perceived effectiveness in reducing project delays was 4.26. The mean score for perceived impact on improving work quality was 4.26 (based on a 5-point Likert Scale).Familiarity and hands-on experience with drone technology led to more informed and nuanced evaluations of its benefits.
Conclusion: Construction industry players view drone technology as a highly valuable and effective intervention for enhancing both project timeliness and quality. The study provides critical, evidence-based justification for its strategic adoption, offering clear guidance to construction firms and policymakers on maximizing the technology's benefits to address key sector performance challenges.
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