Saudi Cultural Missions Theses & Dissertations
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Item Restricted Enhancing Productivity in Saudi Arabian SMEs Through Lean Construction: Adoption Challenges and Implementation Strategies(Saudi Digital Library, 2025) alghamdi, Almohannad khaled; Selcuk, CidikThe following dissertation investigates the persistent productivity challenges faced by Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) in Saudi Arabia’s construction sector and evaluates the potential of Lean Construction (LC) principles to address these issues. Its main objective is to explore how Lean methodologies, adapted to the SME context, can enhance operational efficiency and support the sector’s role in achieving the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 development goals. A mono- method quantitative approach was adopted, using a structured questionnaire comprising closed- ended items and one open-ended question distributed to construction professionals across Saudi Arabia. Findings reveal that skill shortages, weak planning and scheduling, limited technology adoption, and financial constraints are key internal barriers, compounded by external delays, payment issues, and fragmented supply chains. While 77.6% of respondents reported some familiarity with LC, only 12.1% had fully implemented it. Evidence suggests that gradual, tailored adoption of Lean methods can improve planning accuracy, reduce rework, and enhance coordination. However, widespread application is hindered by insufficient training, cultural resistance, and leadership hesitation. The study concludes that targeted training, leadership commitment, and policy-level incentives are essential to enable sustainable LC adoption and unlock productivity improvements across Saudi construction SMEs.5 0Item Restricted Examining Efficiency of Building Information Modelling to Minimize Waste in Saudi Construction(Saudi Digital Library, 2023-08-14) Aladmawi, Tariq; Manege, SylvesterSaudi Arabia is currently undergoing rapid population and economic growth, which has spurred a heightened demand for construction projects to cater to housing, developmental, and social needs. These projects also serve to diversify the country's economy, moving beyond its primary export commodity. Nevertheless, the construction sector confronts a significant challenge in managing construction waste. With the surge in construction demand, ensuring quality and meeting client expectations becomes imperative. Thus, the adoption of practical technologies is being pursued to enhance productivity and promote sustainability in Saudi Arabia's construction industry. One such approach is Lean Construction (LC), rooted in Lean methodologies and thinking, which aims to minimize construction waste and uphold client values. LC leverages tools like Building Information Modeling (BIM) to enhance the functioning of building organizations. This paper examines the effectiveness of implementing BIM as a tool within Lean Construction to mitigate waste in Saudi Arabia's construction sector. By integrating this technology, the industry anticipates improved building quality and timely completion, alongside reduced construction waste facilitated by BIM's infrastructure. This study also addresses sectoral weaknesses by identifying prevailing industry barriers. Keywords: Lean Construction (LC), Building Information Modeling (BIM), Lean Thinking, Saudi Arabia (KSA), Barriers38 0