Computerized systems in the early-stage real estate development: a systematic literature review in the context of Construction 4.0

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Published: Jul 31, 2026
DOI: https://doi.org/10.35784/bud-arch.9339
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José Matheus Moraes Costa da Silva

jmmcs@poli.br

Department of Civil Engineering, Polytechnic School, University of Pernambuco, Benfica Street 455, 50.720-001 Recife, Brazil
https://orcid.org/0009-0005-0503-5637
Alberto Casado Lordsleem Júnior

acasado@poli.br

Department of Civil Engineering, Polytechnic School, University of Pernambuco, Benfica Street 455, 50.720-001 Recife, Brazil
https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3276-0621
Everton Gabriel Medeiros da Silva

egms@poli.br

Department of Civil Engineering, Polytechnic School, University of Pernambuco, Benfica Street 455, 50.720-001 Recife, Brazil
https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4388-9711
Fagner José Coutinho de Melo

fagner.melo@upe.br

Department of Civil Engineering, Polytechnic School, University of Pernambuco, Benfica Street 455, 50.720-001 Recife, Brazil
https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0550-5177

Abstract

Understanding how digital technologies support decision-making throughout the lifecycle of civil engineering projects has become increasingly relevant in the context of Construction 4.0. However, existing studies have predominantly focused on construction execution, while the early stages of project development remain less explored. This study presents a systematic literature review aimed at identifying and structuring the digital technologies and computerised systems applied to the early-stage real estate development within civil engineering projects. The review followed the PRISMA protocol and analysed publications retrieved from major scientific databases. After the screening process, 50 studies published between 2016 and 2025 were selected for bibliometric and qualitative analysis. The results indicate a significant growth in research after 2020 and highlight the increasing role of technologies such as Building Information Modelling (BIM), big data analytics, machine learning, and digital twins in supporting market analysis, feasibility assessment, and early-stage decision-making. Despite these advances, the literature still reveals limited integration of digital systems across the project lifecycle. The study synthesises current knowledge on digital transformation in construction project development and identifies research gaps for future research.

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Construction 4.0, real estate development, computerized systems, digital technologies, systematic literature review

Sustainable Development Goals (SDG)

  • 9 - Industry, Innovation, Technology and Infrastructure

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Moraes Costa da Silva, J. M. (2026) “Computerized systems in the early-stage real estate development: a systematic literature review in the context of Construction 4.0”, Budownictwo i Architektura / Civil and Architectural Engineering, 25(3), p. 26039. doi: 10.35784/bud-arch.9339.
Author Biographies

José Matheus Moraes Costa da Silva, Department of Civil Engineering, Polytechnic School, University of Pernambuco, Benfica Street 455, 50.720-001 Recife

Master's Student in the Graduate Program in Civil Engineering (PEC) at the University of Pernambuco (UPE). MBA in Technology and Management in Building Construction at the University of Pernambuco (UPE). Undergradute Degree in Civil Engineering at the Catholic University of Pernambuco (UNICAP) with exchange experience at the University of Toronto, Canada - scholarship provided by CAPES in the Science Without Borders Program.

Alberto Casado Lordsleem Júnior, Department of Civil Engineering, Polytechnic School, University of Pernambuco, Benfica Street 455, 50.720-001 Recife

Degree in Civil Engineering from Federal University of Pernambuco UFPE (1994); Master's (1997), Doctorate (2002) and Post-Doctorate (2010) in Civil and Urban Construction Engineering from Polytechnic School of the São Paulo University USP; Professorship from the Pernambuco University UPE (2012). Postgraduate, Research and Extension Coordinator at the Polytechnic School UPE (2007-2010). He is currently an associate professor; extension and culture sector coordinator; permanent professor of the Postgraduate Program in Civil Engineering PEC, professor of specialization courses and coordinator of the MBA in Technology and Management of Building Construction at the Polytechnic School UPE. Coordinator of POLITECH - Teaching, Research and Extension Group in Building Construction Technology and Management.

Everton Gabriel Medeiros da Silva, Department of Civil Engineering, Polytechnic School, University of Pernambuco, Benfica Street 455, 50.720-001 Recife

Researcher in the Doctoral Program in Civil Construction at the Polytechnic School of the University of Pernambuco (UPE), with an emphasis on Technology and Management of Building Construction; Master's degree in Civil Engineering from the Polytechnic School of the University of Pernambuco (UPE), with an emphasis on Technology and Management of Building Construction, where he received recognition through an Honorable Mention for the best dissertation work; Specialization in Appraisals, Expert Reports, Diagnostic Engineering and Construction Pathologies from the Faculty - BSSP (2022); Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from Estácio do Recife Faculty (2020); Technician in Occupational Safety from the Professor Antônio Carlos Gomes da Costa State Technical School (2021).

Fagner José Coutinho de Melo, Department of Civil Engineering, Polytechnic School, University of Pernambuco, Benfica Street 455, 50.720-001 Recife

He holds a Ph.D. (2020) and a postdoctoral fellowship (2024) in Production Engineering from the Federal University of Pernambuco, a Master’s degree in Production Engineering (2016) from the same institution, a specialization in Quality and Productivity Management (2014) from Faculdade dos Guararapes, a Bachelor's degree in Administration (2012) from the Federal University of Pernambuco, and a professional-technical diploma in Building Technician (2010) from the Federal Institute of Pernambuco.