Introduction

The construction industry has always been one of the most difficult and demanding to comply with norms and rules. In this regard, the use of modern technologies and tools becomes necessary to optimize processes and increase work efficiency. The Common Data Environment (CDE) plays an important role in the coordination and management of construction projects by providing a centralized platform for information sharing and collaboration between all stakeholders. SOD provides a comprehensive set of functions and tools, going beyond specialized software, these features can help solve a wider range of tasks at different stages of a construction project. This article examines some of the functions of a SOD that may be required on a construction site.

List of abbreviations

GKS is an object of capital construction

SOD is a common data environment

IP is an information system

CYM is a digital information model

EDS – electronic digital signature

PEP is a simple electronic signature

Definition of concepts

Information modeling technologies are a way of transforming information about a capital construction object into an information model/models of the GCS by building relationships within and between different information parts using the common data environment. [1]

p align=”justify”> Common Data Environment (CDE) is a single software and technical complex for joint work of project participants with information models at all stages of the life cycle. [1] Although SOD is primarily associated with design and development, it can also provide valuable functions for the construction site.

SOD functions that may be required on the construction site

These functions do not belong to specialized software designed for building control. However, they can be used to support tasks related to building control, such as document management, version control, and work coordination. Below are some of the SOD tools/features that are particularly needed on site:

Stamp “Work in progress” is a digital signature indicating that the document has been approved for use on the construction site. This stamp helps prevent the use of outdated or unapproved documents that can lead to costly mistakes. [2]

QR codes are two-dimensional barcodes that can be used for quick and easy access to information. [3] On the construction site, QR codes can be used to access drawings, specifications and other important information. In fig. 2 presents an example of a functioning code, after scanning which you can get information about the status of the document, and if you have access to the SOD, a hyperlink to go to the document itself.

The QR code of the SOD can be attached to the documentation automatically. This possibility allows specialists who work on the site with printed documents to instantly check the relevance and legitimacy of the document in their hands. For this, the specialist does not need to have an account in the general data environment, it is enough to point the smartphone camera at the QR code of the document. Information about the relevance of the document and its status will be displayed on the smartphone screen.

Using this tool on the construction site, you can easily avoid the situation when some work is performed according to outdated documents.

Electronic digital signature (EDP) — EDS provides a secure and legally binding way to sign and approve documents electronically. Some systems allow you to sign a document with a simple electronic signature (EPS) or a qualified electronic signature, without the need for integration with specialized software (Fig. 3). This eliminates the need for physical signatures, speeds up work processes and guarantees the authenticity of documents. [4]

The tasks of digitization of the construction industry include avoiding the use of paper documents when transferring documentation from one project participant to another. When transferring documents in electronic form, it is necessary to ensure legitimacy, which would replace the presence of “blue” seals on paper documents.

At the moment of technological development, an electronic signature is an accepted substitute for physical seals. Its use on a par with or instead of seals is becoming more and more common.

Exchange of documentation in electronic form with the use of digital signatures significantly speeds up the flow of information within the GKS project, which makes it possible to seriously reduce the overall project time.

Mobile applications or adaptive layout allow SOD users to access and exchange information on the go. This is especially useful on a construction site, where workers often have to move between different parts of the site. [5]

Integration with other systems: SOD can be integrated with other systems, such as construction management, planning and analytics software. [6] This allows users to easily exchange information between different systems. Currently, the most applicable way of integration is the use of APIs. [7]

Advantages of using SOD on the construction site.

Using SOD on a construction site can bring a number of benefits, including:

• An LMS can help improve efficiency on a construction site by giving workers quick and easy access to the necessary documentation.

• SOD can help improve coordination on a construction site by providing a centralized place to share information.

• SOD can help reduce risks on a construction site by providing more effective quality control and document management.

• SOD can help improve consistency on the construction site by giving all stakeholders access to the same up-to-date data.

Conclusions

A SOD can be a valuable tool for construction projects of any size. By providing a range of functions that can support building control tasks, BMS can help increase efficiency, improve coordination, reduce risk and increase transparency on the construction site.