ISSN: 1304-7191 | E-ISSN: 1304-7205
The role of building information modeling in enhancing public-private partnership project outcomes: Insights from Jordan and Malaysia
1Universiti Sains Malaysia, 11800, Malaysia
2Universiti Malaysia Perlis, 02600, Malaysia
Sigma J Eng Nat Sci 2026; 44(2): 1383-1398 DOI: 10.14744/sigma.2026.2043
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Abstract

Public-Private Partnerships (PPP) are crucial for infrastructure development in developing countries. PPP projects frequently face challenges, sych as inefficiencies in project management and collaboration. Building Information Modeling is capable to address these challenges, by enhancing collaboration and improving project efficiency. This study aims to evaluate the impact of BIM on PPP projects in Jordan and Malaysia. PPPs in devoloping countries play a pivotal role in infrastructure development. The study uses a questionnaire approach to achieve the objectives. A total of 1100 questionnaires were distributed to experts from public, private, and educational institutions, 441 valid responses received, which represents a 40.1% response rate. The questionnaire covered five aspects, starting with demographic data, then followed by the key aspects of BIM adoption, which are administrative, sustainability, management, tools framework, and productivity. The data was analyzed using SPSS software to assess BIM’s influence on PPP project performance. The results show that BIM adoption could significantly improve performance in areas such as document management, interface management, energy efficiency, public service quality, and organizational structures, with specific increases in productivity and sustainability metrics. The experts identify that the adoption has positive impact on PPP projects in both Jordan and Malaysia. The study provides an imperical evidence of the potential of success PPP projects if and when BIM is adopted. The results shows improvements in document management, effective interface management, energy efficiency, quality and innovation of public services, and organizational structures. The study also contributes in inriching the body of literature on the context on BIM and PPPs, and showcasing the applications developting countries.