Barriers and Challenges in BIM-Enabled Facility Management: A Delphi Study in Thailand

Authors

  • Tanapat Namjan Faculty of Engineering, Rajamangala University of Technology Phra Nakhon (RMUTP), Bangkok, 10800, Thailand Author
  • sunun monkaew Faculty of Engineering, Rajamangala University of Technology Phra Nakhon (RMUTP), Bangkok, 10800, Thailand Author
  • Kwanchanok Oonta-on Faculty of Engineering, Rajamangala University of Technology Phra Nakhon (RMUTP), Bangkok, 10800, Thailand Author
  • Atikom Rueangsakpakdee Policy and Planning, Rajamangala University of Technology Phra Nakhon (RMUTP), Bangkok, 10300, Thailand Author
  • Chookiat Choosakul College of Industrial Technology and Management, Rajamanagala University of Technology Srivijaya, Nakhon Si Thammarat, 80210, Thailand Author
  • Gritsada Sua-iam Faculty of Engineering, Rajamangala University of Technology Phra Nakhon (RMUTP), Bangkok, 10800, Thailand Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.70917/fce-2026-017

Keywords:

Building information modelling, Facility management, Barriers and challenges, Construction industry

Abstract

Building Information Modeling for Facility Management (BIM-FM) has gained increasing attention as an approach to improving building operation and lifecycle management. However, BIM-FM adoption in Thailand remains limited due to organizational, technological, and managerial challenges. This study aims to identify and prioritize the barriers affecting BIM-FM adoption within the Thai context using the Delphi method. A two-round Delphi study was conducted with 29 experts from academia and industry with experience in BIM-FM. The questionnaire was developed based on a literature review and expert interviews. The findings indicate that insufficient management support, budget limitations, inadequate training, shortages of BIM-FM experts, and the lack of standardized data management practices are the most significant barriers. The results also suggest that these barriers are interrelated and can be categorized into three levels: root causes, operational barriers, and outcome barriers. In addition, the study proposes a BIM-FM implementation framework to support sustainable facility management practices. This research contributes to the BIM-FM body of knowledge by providing empirical evidence from a developing-country context and highlighting the influence of organizational and policy-related factors on BIM-FM adoption in Thailand.

Author Biographies

  • sunun monkaew, Faculty of Engineering, Rajamangala University of Technology Phra Nakhon (RMUTP), Bangkok, 10800, Thailand

    Assistant Professor Sunun Monkaew holds a Master’s degree in Construction Engineering Management. He specializes in construction management, cost analysis, and quantity estimation in residential construction projects. His research focuses on improving project performance through data-driven approaches and predictive modeling techniques.

    His notable publications include Contractor-Based Evaluation of Construction Cost Overrun Factors Using Matrix Analysis and Developing a predictive model for quantity estimation of tie columns and lintel beams in residential construction. His work contributes to enhancing cost control, estimation accuracy, and decision-making efficiency in the construction industry.

  • Kwanchanok Oonta-on, Faculty of Engineering, Rajamangala University of Technology Phra Nakhon (RMUTP), Bangkok, 10800, Thailand

    Associate Professor Dr. Kwanchanok Oonta-on holds a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering. She specializes in structural engineering, water resources management, and construction materials performance. Her research focuses on improving the durability of structures and optimizing water resource management through advanced analytical and modeling techniques.

    Her notable publications include Investigating the effectiveness of integral crystalline waterproofing and microstructural analysis: A case study of national convention building basement and Stochastic Seasonal Rainfall Forecasting Model for Water Resources Management in Klong Yai River Basin, Thailand. Her work contributes to enhancing structural resilience, water management strategies, and sustainable infrastructure development.

  • Gritsada Sua-iam, Faculty of Engineering, Rajamangala University of Technology Phra Nakhon (RMUTP), Bangkok, 10800, Thailand

    Associate Professor Dr. Gritsada Sua-iam is a researcher in civil engineering, specializing in construction management, Building Information Modeling (BIM), and sustainable infrastructure development. His research focuses on the application of digital technologies and innovative construction materials to enhance efficiency in the construction industry.

    His notable publications include Logistics business management of provider in Thailand with smart logistics, Enhancing the usability of electronic waste fibers in high-performance self-compacting mortar incorporating corn cob ash and silica fume: Fresh and hardened properties, and Contractor-Based Evaluation of Construction Cost Overrun Factors Using Matrix Analysis. These works reflect his expertise in smart logistics, sustainable construction materials, and construction cost analysis.

    His research contributes to advancing knowledge in modern construction practices, improving project performance, and promoting sustainability in the built environment.

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Published

2026-08-16

Issue

Vol. 12 (2026)

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Barriers and Challenges in BIM-Enabled Facility Management: A Delphi Study in Thailand. (2026). Future Cities and Environment, 12, 16. https://doi.org/10.70917/fce-2026-017