In recent years, the topic of climate change has been increasingly noticed by the public, and carbon emission reduction is one of the primary targets for various industries worldwide. The construction industry has a profound influence in this field, so it is significant to consider what kind of efforts can be made in building projects. Many scholars agree to promote prefabrication technology for construction, but its application still faces several challenges. By undertaking desk research, this paper explores the motivation and barriers to adopting modular techniques in construction projects under the lifecycle analysis. The preliminary information of the literature review is collated from dozens of peer-reviewed academic papers. Under the whole lifecycle thought, the PEST analysis tools also present the analytical results. This research finds that the top five barriers are the attitudinal resistance to using modular constructions, lack of sufficient modular expertise and practice, increasing costs and risks on supply chain management, insufficient government support and policy making, and high design and planning requirements. Moreover, the lifecycle analysis can divide the collated barriers into each stage, and adequate government support can assist in promoting the prefabrication in building projects in financial, legal, and technical aspects. The current findings can facilitate the broader use of prefabrication in building projects, improving the environmental sustainability of stakeholders. The process of proposed desk research can also be considered a referenced pattern for other related studies. More first-hand data should be collected and evaluated in further research to improve accuracy and adapt to the newest research field and industrial situations.

Objective: This study aims to examine the relationship between the construction industry and the United Nations, focussing on the interactive effects and the degree of connection between the building sector and sustainable development goals (SDGs). Theoretical Framework: This topic delineates the fundamental concepts and theories that support the research. Examining all 17 SDGs and the construction industry's participation is prominent, establishing a robust foundation for comprehending the investigation's background. Method: The research process thoroughly examines credible academic sources and subsequent analysis. Data was gathered via an extensive literature examination of scholarly publications and official sources. Results and Discussion: The findings demonstrated the connections between the building sector and the SDGs. Some objectives, particularly objectives 3, 6, 7, 9, 11, 12, 13, and 15, are recognised as closely related to the construction sector. Additional studies must expand the sample size by gathering more primary data to corroborate the existing findings. Research Implications: The practical and theoretical consequences of this research are examined, offering insights into the application and influence of the results on practices within the construction and built environment sector. These consequences may pertain to the construction industry and associated project management fields. Originality/Value: This study enhances the literature by thoroughly examining the relationships between the building industry and all 17 SDGs by reviewing credible academic publications. This research is significant and valuable as it advances the sustainable transformation of the construction industry to enable the effective realisation of SDGs.

Following introducing the Industrial Revolution 4.0 framework in 2013, many industrialised nations have implemented this new industrial paradigm. The smart factory is a fundamental concept imperative for successfully implementing the Fourth Industrial Revolution. Many scholars and specialists contend that the ongoing advancement of smart factories will transform the industrial structure. This study aims to examine the status of smart factories, exploring the development and management of the smart factory during the Industry 4.0 period under the study of system thinking. This work extensively explores the distinctive notion and presents individual anecdotes regarding the development, execution, arrangement, and administration of intelligent factories by individuals. The research employs multiple methodologies, such as system thinking of relevant literature and systematic analysis of the proposed complex project. The findings suggest that incorporating intricate system thinking, appropriate technology integration, efficient simulation and machine learning employment, and a responsive monitoring and feedback mechanism are crucial in establishing and managing intelligent manufacturing facilities. External factors and governing constraints need to be considered during the lifecycle of treating complexity. This report offers a thorough and analytical evaluation of developing the smart factory during the Fourth Industrial Revolution, serving as a scholarly resource for further exploration of related subject areas. A further investigation plans to consider deep data collection.

Scholars widely agree that modular technologies can significantly improve environmental sustainability compared to traditional building methods. There has been considerable debate about the viability of replacing traditional cast-in-place structures with modular construction projects. The primary purpose of this study is to determine the feasibility of using modular technology for construction projects in island areas. Thus, it is necessary to investigate the potential problems and suitable solutions associated with modular building project implementation. This study is accomplished through the use of qualitative and quantitative methods. It systematically examines desk research based on the wide academic literature and real case studies, collating secondary data from government files, news articles, professional blogs, and interviews. This research identifies several important barriers to the use of modular construction projects. Among the issues are the complexity of stakeholder engagement, limited practical skills and construction methodologies, and a scarcity of manufacturing capacity specialised for modular components. Fortunately, these unresolved challenges can be mitigated through fiscal incentives and governmental regulations, induction training programmes, efficient management strategies, and adaptive governance approaches. As a result, the findings support the feasibility of starting and advancing modular building initiatives in island areas. Project developers will likely be more willing to embrace and commit resources to initiate modular building projects. Additional studies can be undertaken to acquire the most recent first-hand data for detailed validation.

Modular construction is generally defined as a typical offsite construction approach that can improve environmental sustainability throughout the building project lifecycle. Based on this situation, identifying the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats (SWOT) while promoting this sustainable construction method effectively during the urbanisation process is essential. Generally, modular construction is a sustainable building approach that can improve project sustainability, considering the environmental, social, economic, and technological aspects. A comprehensive understanding of the basic situation of prefabricated construction is worthwhile to ensure the widespread adoption of this offsite building method. By employing the SWOT analytical framework, this study adopts a literature review approach to conduct the investigation. In terms of the project results, the core strengths of using modular construction include improving environmental sustainability, enhancing management effectiveness, and improving construction safety and quality. The major weaknesses, on the other hand, are a lack of expertise and research, excessively high initial costs, and difficulties in stakeholder coordination. On the other hand, the major opportunities include promoting the SDGs and other policies, the Industrial Revolution 4.0, and urbanisation and building demands. The main threats, however, include substitute construction technologies, imperfect building codes and standards, and a lack of social and market acceptance. Further research can increase the sample size and collect more accurate firsthand data to validate the results of the current investigation, which can increase the effectiveness of promoting modular construction in the targeted regions.

A project is commonly understood as a temporary endeavor to develop an original product or service over a specific period. Lately, a vast majority of people have recognized the importance of project management, which helps stakeholders execute project tasks effectively. This paper aims to discuss about project failure based on a case study of Titanic and also analyze the importance of triple constraint as well as leadership style. Qualitative methodologies are used to explore the definition of modern project management and critical elements contributing to project success. The referenced sources are various, including but not limited to peer-reviewed articles, professional online videos, and university lecture notes. This research paper finds that a successful linear project should focus on significant management knowledge areas under the triple constraint. In complex project management, effective leadership style also plays an indispensable role as strict management ability. This paper can be adopted as a typical case study for students who have just begun venturing into project management knowledge areas. Further research is recommended for collecting first-hand research data to support the current investigations, such as formal questionnaire surveys.