Organizational Pathways for Artificial Intelligence Adoption in Smart Buildings and Construction 4.0
The construction sector continues to struggle with long-standing challenges related to low productivity, limited innovation, and fragmented organizational structures. While Artificial Intelligence (AI) presents significant opportunities for transformation under the paradigm of Smart Buildings and Construction 4.0 (SBC4.0), its implementation at the organizational level remains insufficiently understood. This study addresses this gap by examining how construction firms adopt AI and the organizational forces shaping these decisions. Theoretical Foundations for AI Implementation The research develops an integrated theoretical framework drawing on institutional theory, the resource-based view, and dynamic capabilities. Institutional theory explains how external pressures influence organizational behavior, while the resource-based view and dynamic capabilities highlight the internal assets and adaptive capacities required for AI adoption. Together, these perspectives provide a comprehens...