Identifying the Internet of Things (IoT) implementation benefits for sustainable construction project

Understanding the implementation of the Internet of Things (IoT) in sustainable construction projects. Implementing the IoT in sustainable construction schemes can offer many benefits, including resource management, remote control and monitoring, improving safety, optimizing building performance and data-driven decision-making. This research presents a unique effort to enhance our comprehension of IoT implementation in such projects. We analyzed 55 studies using a systematic approach to literature selection and filtration, using theoretical models for Internet of Things (IoT) implementation to study the sustainability of construction industries. The results revealed that monitoring constituted 9 (16.4%), machine/equipment control 2 (3.6%), safety in construction 5 (9.1%), water management 4 (7.3%), 4IR 2 (3.6%), BIM 5 (9.1%), green IoT 5 (9.1%), prefabricated design 2 (3.6%), IoT adoption level 6 (10.9%), and other aspects accounted for 15 (27.3%). The primary areas of IoT application in the construction industry include BIM, remote application monitoring, construction management, repair and equipment services, construction implements, and tracking equipment. Notably, there is a lack of research awareness regarding the potential integration of IoT and BIM by construction companies. Despite numerous studies on IoT adoption, limited literature addresses the challenges and awareness of how IoT tools impact implementation in the building industry. Our review proposes a framework for implementing sustainable construction projects to address this gap. However, further investigation is required to analyze potential security threats associated with IoT in a smart city setting, explore promising countermeasures, and delve into open research issues.