ABSTRACT
This chapter focuses on the question that the construction industry asks more than any other, in terms of the mandate for fully collaborative 3D building information Modelling (BIM) on all centrally procured UK government construction projects. In order to understand the impact on the organisation, it is important to consider the key internal environment factors that will be affected. Culture has been described as a ‘system of shared assumptions, values, and beliefs that show employees what is appropriate and inappropriate behaviour’. In respect of adopting new initiatives like BIM, the organisational culture must beget an atmosphere of trust, which means relying on the honesty and integrity of others, especially the leadership. Organisational culture influences whether staff respond to management initiatives with enthusiasm, indifference or complete apathy – is typically informed by past experiences. Whether good or bad, these can make or break future attempts to deploy new technology.
