A Project Management and Data Analysis Solution for a Competence Center in the Construction Sector
Tupakka, Veikko (2023)
2023
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https://urn.fi/URN:NBN:fi:amk-202303083217
https://urn.fi/URN:NBN:fi:amk-202303083217
Tiivistelmä
Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) is a multidisciplinary construction management approach that leverages technology and related methodologies to optimize the design and delivery of building projects. This project was initiated with the purpose of improving project management and data analysis capabilities of the VDC compence center at the commissioning company, NCC Suomi Oy, by developing supporting tools around its processes. Additionally, the project aimed to set a precedent for the development of similar benefiting business intelligence solutions in other business functions, and to elevate the author’s expertise in the use of applied software tools and the management of IT-projects as an employee in the commissioning company.
Supporting background for the project was provided by the author through research into relevant subjects, including challenges in digital transformation in the construction sector, selected software tools, and Virtual Design and Construction itself.
Development comprised of iterative development cycles, concluding with the implementation of a final solution that consisted of integrated data tables in Microsoft SharePoint, a Microsoft Power BI report, and supporting automated workflows with Microsoft Power Automate. Measurement of success was conducted by comparing the development process and outcomes to pre-defined objectives, and qualitatively through an end-user survey about the final solution.
This product-based thesis was completed between October 2022 and February 2023, with all key stakeholders determining the solution to successfully fulfill set objectives, and the author ultimately obtaining a comprehensive understanding of related topics, tools, and methods.
Supporting background for the project was provided by the author through research into relevant subjects, including challenges in digital transformation in the construction sector, selected software tools, and Virtual Design and Construction itself.
Development comprised of iterative development cycles, concluding with the implementation of a final solution that consisted of integrated data tables in Microsoft SharePoint, a Microsoft Power BI report, and supporting automated workflows with Microsoft Power Automate. Measurement of success was conducted by comparing the development process and outcomes to pre-defined objectives, and qualitatively through an end-user survey about the final solution.
This product-based thesis was completed between October 2022 and February 2023, with all key stakeholders determining the solution to successfully fulfill set objectives, and the author ultimately obtaining a comprehensive understanding of related topics, tools, and methods.