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Analysis of Delay Factors in Rural Development Projects Utilizing the Industrialized Building System (IBS) in Malaysia: A Review

Author(s) Mr. WAN FADILLAH BIN WAN AHMAD
Country Malaysia
Abstract This review paper synthesizes research on academic analysis of factors contributing to delays in the development of rural projects using Industrialised Building System (IBS) to address gaps in understanding multifaceted delay causes and rural-specific challenges in Malaysia. The review aimed to evaluate delay factors, benchmark logistical and technical challenges, analyse stakeholder and regulatory influences, assess hybrid construction impacts, and compare sustainability and cost-efficiency outcomes. A systematic examination of empirical and qualitative studies from Malaysia and international contexts was conducted, focusing on rural infrastructure projects employing IBS. Findings reveal that logistical constraints, including poor rural infrastructure and supply chain inefficiencies, are primary delay drivers, stakeholder collaboration and communication deficiencies exacerbate project postponements; technical complexities and limited contractor readiness hinder design coordination and hybrid construction methods introduce structural and scheduling challenges. Additionally, IBS demonstrates sustainability and quality advantages over conventional methods but faces cost and implementation barriers in rural settings. These findings collectively underscore the interplay of infrastructural, managerial, and technical factors in delaying rural development projects. The synthesis highlights the need for integrated strategies encompassing improved logistics, enhanced stakeholder engagement, targeted training, and standardized hybrid system protocols. The review informs policymakers and practitioners by delineating critical intervention points to optimise IBS adoption, reduce delays, and promote sustainable educational infrastructure development in rural areas.
Keywords Industrialized Building System (IBS), delay, rural projects, IBS adoption.
Field Business Administration
Published In Volume 7, Issue 5, September-October 2025
Published On 2025-10-22
DOI https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2025.v07i05.58415
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