Saudi Cultural Missions Theses & Dissertations
Permanent URI for this communityhttps://drepo.sdl.edu.sa/handle/20.500.14154/10
Browse
3 results
Search Results
Item Restricted Addressing risk, challenges, and solutions in Megaprojects: A case study of Neom Smart City in Saudi Arabia(leeds beckett university, 2024) Alluqmani, Waleed Salem; Omotayo, TemitopeNeom Smart City is designed as a high-tech city with sustainable living and renewable energy sources such as solar power and autonomous transportation systems. The City aims to become an attractive destination for talents and investment Mega Projects are more common in the 21st century due to global population growth, urbanisation, and technological innovation that requires the establishment of big projects. The aim of this research is to focus on risks, challenges, and solutions that may occur at the Neom Smart City project in KSA, and provide insights for the effective management of megaprojects. A positivist philosophy and a deductive research approach was used in this research. The overarching methodology was quantitative. The data-gathering procedure involved questionnaire instruments. The sample involved twenty participants including project managers, while the data analysis technique used was descriptive and inferential statistics using SPSS and crucial ethical considerations were confidentiality and informed consent. Descriptive analysis of the findings have revealed that the participants perceived financial risks to be the most important concerns, followed by legal and construction risks. The result from the study also shows poor planning, political failures, and the lack of high-performing teams were the most significant contributor to the failure of megaprojects. The inferential statistics have revealed that there is a significant positive correlation between design risks and legal risks, contractual risks, construction risks and operational management risks. Financial risks are linked to construction risks, political risks, and leadership risks. Empirically, financial risks are influenced by contractual risks, poor leadership, and poor planning. The outcomes also suggest that stakeholder collaboration has a statistically significant impact on construction risks.7 0Item Restricted Impediments To Adopting Building Information Modeling In Saudi Arabian Infrastructure Projects(Texas A&M University, 2023) Alsofiani, Mohammed; Caffey, Stephen; Lewis, Michael; Dooley, Kim; Escamilla, EdelmiroThe present research investigates the impediments that hinder the infrastructure sector in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) from adopting innovative technological solutions that can enhance communication and collaboration, ultimately minimizing and preventing construction project delays. The focus is particularly on Building Information Modeling (BIM) and its role within KSA infrastructure projects. BIM serves as a pivotal technology in the Industry 4.0 era, facilitating data sharing among stakeholders throughout the lifecycle of built assets. However, the adoption of these technologies in KSA has encountered significant impediments. Thus, the current research aims to investigate the obstacles preventing the adoption of BIM in KSA infrastructure projects and suggests strategic approaches to overcome these hurdles. To accomplish the stated aim, the investigation process employs a combination of qualitative and quantitative research methods, including a systematic review and stakeholder surveys. Specifically, the PRISMA (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses) protocol was utilized, and 149 AEC (Architecture, Engineering, and Construction) professionals from both the private and public sectors in KSA, who possess awareness of BIM technologies, participated in the survey. The results indicate that key impediments to adopting BIM include a lack of training and education, unclear business value, absence of adoption initiatives, limited demand from clients, resistance to change, a lack of standardization, and cost considerations. However, participants generally concur that the current communication and collaboration practices in the context of KSA infrastructure projects need improvement. To overcome the identified impediments, the research emphasizes the need for a BIM mandating strategy, which includes developing standards, guidelines, and regulations alongside promoting BIM education and training programs. Raising awareness among stakeholders through workshops and incentive programs is also crucial. This strategy should involve the active participation of governmental bodies and industry organizations with clear roles and responsibilities. By addressing the identified challenges and implementing the recommended strategies, infrastructure projects in KSA can benefit from BIM technologies to enhance the successful and efficient delivery of these projects.60 0Item Restricted Attracting International Tourists In Neom City: Challenges And Opportunities(Saudi Digital Library, 2023-10-25) Shubaili, Nazar Mohammed A; Ladkin, AdeleNEOM City is a futuristic project of a mega-city that has impressive natural and artificial sites and runs on renewable energy. The Saudi government plans to turn it into one of the world’s most popular destinations for international travelers. The first sites of NEOM City are about to be opened for tourists; therefore, debates over the future of this place are becoming even more topical. The current study is dedicated to a critical investigation of the challenges that might prevent NEOM City from turning into a major tourist hub. It sought to identify the most important factors shaping the tourist attractiveness of NEOM City, determine the main challenges that could prevent tourists from visiting this place, and suggest strategies for turning NEOM City into a popular destination for foreign tourists. The study used a quantitative research methodology. Two surveys were conducted among travelers who have recently visited Saudi Arabia (n=135) and tourist employees involved in ongoing projects in NEOM City (n=71). The study’s results indicate that a combination of man-made and natural attractions is likely to become the key driver of the city’s tourist attractiveness. The significance of cultural attractions, facilities, customer service, and accessibility and infrastructure also is evident. Employees and tourists provided contradictory data on the importance of sustainability, pricing, and destination image in attracting more visitors. The research illustrates that a potential failure to complete certain project deliverables properly, competition with other destinations, low awareness, and weather conditions are among the main challenges that can prevent NEOM City from succeeding as a major tourist hub. A critical discussion of these factors is followed by the presentation of practical recommendations for facilitating the transformation of NEOM City into one of the most popular destinations for international travelers.35 0