Information consistency on construction - Case study of correlation between classification systems for construction types

Abstract

There is a broad range of information classification systems that can be applied to the construction sector. Many of them are not construction exclusive, meaning that they have the ability of reaching to a large number of activities, different stakeholders and wide number of users. Those that are specifically geared to the industry are designated as construction information classification systems. Both types can reach to distinct subjects, such as materials, services or works. Information coherency is one objective from the near-term research priority towards the sustainability and competitiveness of construction. This paper explores the importance of this topic focusing on the development of mapping methodologies between classification systems. It is presented the results of a specific case study where correlation was set for the construction type subject. The conclusions point the potential benefits as well as further steps regarding other mapping processes.