In Construction Computing, Michael Barber, Director of Amodal, explores the complex issue of data ownership in the construction industry.
As projects and assets become increasingly digital, the ability to share, access and trust information is essential for informed decision making, and building safety. This is particularly important in the context of the Golden Thread, where accurate, up to date information underpins safer buildings.
The article highlights that data ownership in construction is rarely straightforward. Information is created, used and relied upon by many parties at different stages. Rather than being owned by a single organisation at all times, data ownership shifts depending on the project stage, contractual arrangements and intended use.
Barber draws on industry research, including the CIOB Golden Thread report, which discusses data ownership. Crucially, the article distinguishes between ownership and liability, noting that owning data does not automatically mean being responsible for defects or product performance.
The article concludes that more work is essential if the industry is to fully realise the value of digital transformation and trusted data.
Read the full article here: https://constructioncomputing.co.uk/
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