Title: Systematic literature review and future research trends on building information modelling using bibliometric analysis

Authors: B.S. Rajath; G. Abhilash; Kavya Shabu; M.D. Deepak; Shridev Devji; Rajesh Kalli

Addresses: School of Commerce and Management Studies, Dayananda Sagar University, Bangalore, India ' School of Commerce and Management Studies, Dayananda Sagar University, Bangalore, India ' School of Commerce and Management Studies, Dayananda Sagar University, Bangalore, India ' School of Construction, NICMAR University Pune, Maharashtra, India ' Department of Management Studies, Malaviya National Institute of Technology, Jaipur, India ' School of Commerce and Management Studies, Dayananda Sagar University, Bangalore, India

Abstract: The advent of building information modelling (BIM) has increased as a defined methodology for improving construction work processes. Despite the significance of its usage, there is dearth of studies that comprehend the applications of BIM and its potential benefits for construction work. The present work aims to understand the recent developments and applications of BIM research in the construction industry. In this regard, a systematic nine-step approach using bibliometric analysis is performed to scrutinise articles published in Scopus database. Based on the scrutinised articles, a detailed examination using thematic and cluster analysis was applied to explore the potential BIM areas. Findings indicated key clusters: 1) architectural design aspects; 2) sustainable development; 3) project management knowledge areas. The outcome of the study provides a holistic understanding of these clusters and suggests exploration of potentially challenging areas for future BIM applications.

Keywords: building information modelling; BIM; construction industry; bibliometric analysis; thematic analysis; cluster analysis; sustainable development.

DOI: 10.1504/IJCIS.2025.146876

International Journal of Critical Infrastructures, 2025 Vol.21 No.3, pp.293 - 315

Received: 11 Sep 2023
Accepted: 12 Jan 2024
Published online: 24 Jun 2025 *

Full-text access for editors Full-text access for subscribers Purchase this article Comment on this article