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Building Information Modelling (BIM) has gained the attention in the construction industry especially within the Malaysian construction context. This paper generally aims to investigating the understanding of industry towards building information modelling technology in Malaysia. Study was carried out through a random questionnaire survey among the registered professional architects and graduate architects. Overall from this research,it was indicates that the level of BIM technology adoption in Malaysia is still low with percentage of 70 although it has been applicable in Asia. Therefore, it is suggested that government should take initiative to promote BIM in order to make more professional in the industry aware of this technology. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The construction industry continues to occupy an important position in the nation's economy even though it contributes less than the manufacturing or other service industries. The contribution of the construction industry to national economic growth necessitates improved efficiency in the industry by means of cost-effectiveness and timelines and would certainly contribute to cost savings for the country as a whole. A major criticism facing the construction industry is the growing rate of delays in project delivery. Delay is a situation when the contractor and the project owner jointly or severally contribute to the non-completion of the project within the original or the stipulated or agreed contract period. Thus, this paper is investigated the implication of non-completion in construction projects in Malaysia. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The construction industry continues to occupy an important position in the nation's economy even though it contributes less than the manufacturing or other service industries. The contribution of the construction industry to national economic growth necessitates improved efficiency in the industry by means of cost-effectiveness and timelines and would certainly contribute to cost savings for the country as a whole. A major criticism facing the construction industry is the growing rate of delays in project delivery. Delay is a situation when the contractor and the project owner jointly or severally contribute to the non-completion of the project within the original or the stipulated or agreed contract period. Thus, this paper is investigated the implication of non-completion in construction projects in Malaysia. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

There are numerous causes of unwanted costs in site. Often times these costs come camouflaged as claims and others come in the form of cost overruns incurred due to extended stay on site beyond the planned time. These costs could be triggered by either party to the contract or their representatives. This paper is attempted to identify the unnecessary costs in construction sites in Malaysia. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The idea of the Green Building approach is receiving increasing attention in Malaysia as an effective way to reduce energy use, greenhouse gas emissions, sick building syndrome, and the overall environmental impacts of development patterns. However, the approach has not yet created a freestanding paradigm yet: The fear that green buildings might increase construction costs tremendously makes it hard to sell to private developers or government agencies despite their undeniable advantages for the environment and thermal comfort. The aim of this article is to create awareness of potential measures how to counterbalance global warming for the building industry in Malaysia. Hence, this paper describes an array of viable pathways that can contribute to curb global warming in Malaysia. Because green building assets became of recent interest in Malaysia and is important in mitigating global climate change, it is beneficial to analyse the over 30 years old Western experience and literature for insights that could help formulate a Malaysian approach and later a paradigm. The method of the research presented here is to set a robust framework bound for future research experiments over the next 2-3 years in order to determine the best materials and energy supplies for greener buildings. The results, if successfully proven, might boil down to the fact that concepts of green buildings can be devised for mid- and low cost buildings. Our recommendation or suggestion is to further research in all 8 areas mentioned below, and to show-case affordable green buildings by upcoming experiments. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

In dismissing conditions affecting the performance of a contract, reaching and maintaining an amicable solution between the parties involved is an important consideration. The doctrine of frustration stipulates that frustration occurs whenever the law recognizes that without default of either party a contractual obligation has become in capable of being performed because of the circumstances involved. Consequently, the data for decision whether a contract has been frustrated is often viewed in the light of existing circumstances and other events occurring. This study is an attempt among others to examine the ways a contract can be classified being in a state of frustration finding out whether the Standard Form of contract used in the Malaysian context has been utilized to the best level and identifying procedures followed in frustration projects. Additionally, this study shall provide suggestions and assumptions in an effort to contribute solutions to issues and problem detected. A case study, empirical questionnaires and structured interviews and general observations were made based on experience and surroundings. As results, it was revealed that in dealing with project frustration, experience is essential. In other words, experience is a pre-condition for dealing with project frustration. Besides, this study also identified that the reported cases of frustrated project seem limited in Malaysia, as supported by the general review of literature on frustrated project. In conclusion, this study recommended that future research shall emphasis on the importance of awareness and knowledge on frustrated projects, particulars by arbitrators and those involved in contract document preparations, to be more skill in their undertakings. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]