Adopting integrated project delivery (IPD) in oil and gas construction projects
1 Shell Nigeria.
2 Shell Petroleum Development Company of Nigeria Ltd., Nigeria.
3 Shell Petroleum Development Company, Nigeria.
Review
Global Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews, 2024, 02(01), 047–068.
Article DOI: 10.58175/gjarr.2024.2.1.0030
Publication history:
Received on 23 July 2024; revised on 31 August 2024; accepted on 03 September 2024
Abstract:
This review explores the adoption of Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) in oil and gas construction projects, focusing on the potential benefits, challenges, and strategies for successful implementation. IPD is a collaborative project delivery method that brings together the owner, designer, contractor, and other key stakeholders early in the project lifecycle to optimize efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance communication. In the oil and gas sector, where projects are often complex, capital-intensive, and high-risk, adopting IPD can lead to significant improvements in project outcomes. The review highlights the core principles of IPD, including shared risk and reward, early involvement of key stakeholders, and the use of collaborative tools and technologies, such as Building Information Modeling (BIM). These elements of IPD can help to streamline decision-making processes, improve cost management, and reduce the likelihood of disputes. Furthermore, the integration of IPD with advanced technologies, such as digital twins and AI-driven analytics, can enhance real-time monitoring and predictive maintenance, leading to better project performance. However, the review also discusses the challenges of adopting IPD in the oil and gas industry, including resistance to change, the need for cultural shifts within organizations, and the complexity of aligning multiple parties with differing interests. It suggests strategies for overcoming these challenges, such as providing training on IPD principles, fostering a culture of collaboration, and developing clear contractual frameworks that support IPD objectives. The review concludes by emphasizing the potential of IPD to transform oil and gas construction projects, leading to more efficient, cost-effective, and sustainable project outcomes. It calls for industry-wide efforts to embrace IPD as a standard practice, supported by appropriate policies and guidelines that facilitate its adoption and implementation.
Keywords:
Integrated Project Delivery (IPD); Oil and gas; Construction projects; Collaboration; Building Information Modeling (BIM); Digital twins; Project efficiency; Stakeholder involvement; Risk management; Sustainability
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