Applying BPMN and Ontology to Measure Digital Maturity in Construction 4.0 - A Case Study

Abstract

In recent years, Construction 4.0 (C4) has emerged as a pivotal concept representing the digital transformation of the construction industry by integrating advanced technologies such as Building Information Modeling (BIM), the Internet of Things (IoT), Artificial Intelligence (AI), robotics, and big data analytics. Despite the potential benefits, construction organizations often encounter difficulties in implementing these technologies systematically due to a lack of digital maturity. This paper presents how to use the ontology developed from our Construction 4.0 Maturity Model (C4MM) for investigating the digital maturity level of a construction organization based on their digital transformation journey described in Business Process Model and Notation (BPMN) 2.0 models. A case study of a Hungarian construction company illustrates the practical application of our developing methodology, highlighting the key phases of digital transformation and the role of BPMN and ontology in measuring digital maturity. The findings emphasize the importance of aligning business and IT strategies, continuous improvement, and strategic innovation management in achieving successful digital transformation.