BLOCKCHAIN TECHNOLOGY ADOPTION IN CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT: A SYSTEMATIC LITERATURE REVIEW BASED ON THE TOE FRAMEWORK ANALYSIS

Aulya Syafiqah Putri; Jojok Widodo Soetjipto; Ketut Aswatama Wiswamitra

doi:10.21009/jpensil.v15i2.60769

Authors

Aulya Syafiqah Putri Civil Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, University of Jember, Jalan Kalimantan Tegalboto No.37, Krajan Timur, Sumbersari, Kabupaten Jember, Jawa Timur, 68121, Indonesia
Jojok Widodo Soetjipto Civil Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, University of Jember Jalan Kalimantan Tegalboto No.37, Krajan Timur, Sumbersari, Kabupaten Jember, Jawa Timur, 68121, Indonesia
Ketut Aswatama Wiswamitra Civil Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, University of Jember Jalan Kalimantan Tegalboto No.37, Krajan Timur, Sumbersari, Kabupaten Jember, Jawa Timur, 68121, Indonesia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21009/jpensil.v15i2.60769

Keywords:

Blockchain, Construction Management, TOE Framework, Systematic Literature Review

Abstract

The construction sector is a major contributor to the global economy but continues to face persistent challenges, including inefficiencies, low transparency, and frequent disputes. Blockchain technology offers potential solutions through its decentralized, transparent, and secure data management features. This study aims to analyze the benefits, adoption drivers, and barriers of blockchain implementation in construction management using the Technology–Organization–Environment (TOE) framework. A Systematic Literature Review (SLR) method was employed, examining peer-reviewed articles published between 2010 and 2025. The findings indicate that blockchain provides key benefits, including enhanced transparency, improved payment efficiency, supply chain integration, dispute reduction, and better document management and project monitoring. The main drivers of adoption include technological factors (relative advantage and compatibility), organizational factors (top management support and organizational readiness), and environmental factors (regulatory support and competitive pressure). However, several barriers remain, such as limited industry readiness, lack of technical expertise, system integration complexity, and regulatory uncertainty. This study contributes to a structured understanding of blockchain adoption in construction and provides practical insights for developing more effective implementation strategies.

References

Beliz, O., & Kutluhan, O. (2017). Drivers of Innovation in Construction Projects. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 143(4), 4016118. https://doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)CO.1943-7862.0001234

Chen, W., Botchie, D., & Braganza, A. (2022). A Transaction Cost Perspective on Blockchain Governance in Global Value Chains. 75–87. https://doi.org/10.1002/jsc.2487

Eze, E. C., & Ameyaw, E. E. (2025). A strategic framework for bolstering the adoption of blockchain-enabled smart contracts in infrastructure public–private partnerships projects. Construction Innovation. https://doi.org/10.1108/CI-04-2025-0180

Fernando, Y., Rozuar, N. H. M., & Mergeresa, F. (2021). The blockchain-enabled technology and carbon performance: Insights from early adopters. Technology in Society, 64, 101507. https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1016/j.techsoc.2020.101507

Gasser, L., & Hubaux, J.-P. (2023). Blockchain. In 141-147. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-33386-6_25

Habetemeherit, A. B., Mengistu, D. G., Sorsa, F. T., & Tesfaye, B. Z. (2025). Causes and impacts of public construction projects’ contract terminations. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, ahead-of-p(ahead-of-print). https://doi.org/10.1108/ECAM-09-2024-1217

Hamledari, H., & Fischer, M. (2021). The application of blockchain-based crypto assets for integrating the physical and financial supply chains in the construction & engineering industry. Automation in Construction, 127(April), 103711. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.autcon.2021.103711

Hanák, T., & Vítková, E. (2022). Causes and effects of contract management problems: Case study of road construction. Frontiers in Built Environment, 8(October), 1–10. https://doi.org/10.3389/fbuil.2022.1009944

Hirsh, S., & Alman, S. W. (2019). Blockchain. American Library Association. https://books.google.co.id/books?id=rH7EywEACAAJ

Kapoor, K. K., Dwivedi, Y. K., & Williams, M. D. (2014). A Systematic Review and Synthesis of Existing Research. Information Systems Management, 31(1), 74–91. https://doi.org/10.1080/10580530.2014.854103

Lai, R., & Lee Kuo Chuen, D. (2018). Blockchain-From Public to Private. In Handbook of Blockchain, Digital Finance, and Inclusion (1st ed., Vol. 2). Elsevier Inc. https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-12-812282-2.00007-3

Li, C., Zhang, Y., & Xu, Y. (2022). Factors Influencing the Adoption of Blockchain in the Construction Industry: A Hybrid Approach Using PLS-SEM and fsQCA. Buildings, 12(9). https://doi.org/10.3390/buildings12091349

Li, J., Greenwood, D., & Kassem, M. (2019). Blockchain in the built environment and construction industry: A systematic review, conceptual models and practical use cases. Automation in Construction, 102(February), 288–307. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.autcon.2019.02.005

Mason, J., Kingdom, U., Escott, H., & Kingdom, U. (n.d.). Smart Contracts in Construction : Views and Perceptions of Stakeholders .

Mi, P., & Wei, P. (2020). Understanding the Determinants of Construction Robot Adoption: Perspective of Building Contractors. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 146(5), 4020040. https://doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)CO.1943-7862.0001821

Oliveira, T., Thomas, M., & Espadanal, M. (2014). Assessing the determinants of cloud computing adoption: An analysis of the manufacturing and services sectors. Information & Management, 51(5), 497–510. https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1016/j.im.2014.03.006

Olusola, J., & Phung, Q. (2025). A framework for adopting smart contracts in the Nigerian construction industry. International Journal of Construction Management, 0(0), 1–15. https://doi.org/10.1080/15623599.2025.2550478

Orji, I. J., Kusi-Sarpong, S., Huang, S., & Vazquez-Brust, D. (2020). Evaluating the factors that influence blockchain adoption in the freight logistics industry. Transportation Research Part E: Logistics and Transportation Review, 141, 102025. https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tre.2020.102025

Pattini, G., Martino Di Giuda, G., & Chiara Tagliabue, L. (2020). Blockchain Application For Contract Schemes in The Construction Industry. Proceedings of International Structural Engineering and Construction, AAE-21-1-AAE-21-6.

Qian, X. (Alice), & Papadonikolaki, E. (2020). Shifting trust in construction supply chains through blockchain technology. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 28(2), 584–602. https://doi.org/10.1108/ECAM-12-2019-0676

Ramdani, B., Chevers, D., & Williams, D. A. (2013). SMEs’ adoption of enterprise applications: A technology-organisation-environment model. Journal of Small Business and Enterprise Development, 20(4), 735–753. https://doi.org/10.1108/JSBED-12-2011-0035

Riswanto, T. H., Sari, S. N., & Maulana, R. (2023). Faktor Keterlambatan Pada Proyek Pembangunan Gedung Balai Nikah dan Manasik Haji Kecamatan Dumoga Utara di Kabupaten Bolaang Mongondow. Prosiding Nasional Rekayasa Teknologi Industri Dan Informasi XVIII Tahun 2023 (ReTII, 982–987. http://journal.itny.ac.id/index.php/ReTII

Shemov, G., Garcia de Soto, B., & Alkhzaimi, H. (2020). Blockchain applied to the construction supply chain: A case study with threat model. Frontiers of Engineering Management, 7(4), 564–577. https://doi.org/10.1007/s42524-020-0129-x

Shrimali, B., & Patel, H. B. (2022). Blockchain state-of-the-art: architecture, use cases, consensus, challenges and opportunities. Journal of King Saud University - Computer and Information Sciences, 34(9), 6793–6807. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jksuci.2021.08.005

Singh, J., & Mansotra, V. (2018). Towards Development of an Integrated Cloud-Computing Adoption Framework — A Case of Indian School Education System. International Journal of Innovation and Technology Management, 16(02), 1950016. https://doi.org/10.1142/S0219877019500160

Suwanposri, Chavisa, Bhatiasevi, Veera, & Thanakijsombat, Thanarerk. (2021). Drivers of Blockchain Adoption in Financial and Supply Chain Enterprises. Global Business Review, 26(4), 1009–1032. https://doi.org/10.1177/09721509211046170

Thiesse, F., Staake, T., Schmitt, P., & Fleisch, E. (2011). The rise of the “next‐generation bar code”: an international RFID adoption study. Supply Chain Management: An International Journal, 16(5), 328–345. https://doi.org/10.1108/13598541111155848

Thompson, B. S., & Rust, S. (2023). Blocking blockchain: Examining the social, cultural, and institutional factors causing innovation resistance to digital technology in seafood supply chains. Technology in Society, 73, 102235. https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1016/j.techsoc.2023.102235

Toufaily, E., Zalan, T., & Dhaou, S. Ben. (2021). A framework of blockchain technology adoption: An investigation of challenges and expected value. Information & Management, 58(3), 103444. https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1016/j.im.2021.103444

Wenas, J., & Sunitiyoso, Y. (2024). Developing Business Strategies to Grow the Business of PT Asia Civil Indonesia. International Journal of Current Science Research and Review, 7(09).

Wong, L.-W., Leong, L.-Y., Hew, J.-J., Tan, G. W.-H., & Ooi, K.-B. (2020). Time to seize the digital evolution: Adoption of blockchain in operations and supply chain management among Malaysian SMEs. International Journal of Information Management, 52, 101997. https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijinfomgt.2019.08.005

Zainab, B., Awais Bhatti, M., & Alshagawi, M. (2017). Factors affecting e-training adoption: an examination of perceived cost, computer self-efficacy and the technology acceptance model. Behaviour & Information Technology, 36(12), 1261–1273. https://doi.org/10.1080/0144929X.2017.1380703

Zhang, Q. (2021). A Review of Research on Project Transparency (X. Lu, Z. Zhang, W. Lu, & Y. Peng (Eds.); pp. 121–132). Springer Singapore.