Digital Transformation In The Construction Sector: A Comparative Analysis Of Methodological Patterns And Substantive Findings In Contemporary Empirical Literature

Abstract

The dynamics of digital transformation in the construction ecosystem present a clear paradox: on the one hand, it is driven by the imperative of operational efficiency, transparency, and sustainability; on the other hand, it is hampered by the complexity of multidimensional challenges. This article attempts to fill the analytical gap by presenting a comparative synthesis that not only examines substantive findings but also traces the methodological patterns of leading empirical studies. The application of comparative qualitative analysis reveals consistent findings regarding fundamental challenges in the organizational-managerial realm, human resource competency gaps, and data governance fragility. Methodologically, this study finds a dominance of survey-based quantitative approaches, but with significant diversification in analytical techniques ranging from structural equation modeling (SEM) to logistic regression analysis. The main conclusion affirms that digitization is essentially a systemic restructuring process, not merely the adoption of technology. As a result, this article not only presents a consolidation of empirical findings but also offers a reflective framework for re-examining research design in this field in the future.