Digitalized and User-Centered System for Construction Site Layout Planning and Assessment

Abstract

This study addresses project managers’ challenges in drafting, evaluating, and communicating construction site layout plans (CSLP) due to the need for a specialized CSLP system. It highlights the absence of a scientific methodology in identifying system requirements and designing user interfaces for such systems. Thus, this study applied the design science research methodology to propose a design of the digitalized and user-centered CSLP system. By understanding the CSLP creation process, this study identified 12 key functions of a CSLP system through a literature review, focus group interview, and expert survey. The user interface was designed to align with these functions and the CSLP process. A prototype was developed and validated through eight case studies, demonstrating high usability and applicability, rated at 4.0 and 3.9 on a Likert scale. This study contributes theoretical and practical insights into CSLP system development, offering knowledge of system requirements and design strategy.