Examining Infrastructure Pipelines Information for Their Relevance in Construction Organizations’ Strategic Decision-Making

The construction industry in New Zealand is a vital contributor to the nation's economic growth, employment, and business expansion. However, to align with the government's objectives of affordable, secure, and sustainable housing and infrastructure, the industry must adeptly navigate the uncertainties in infrastructure pipelines. Infrastructure pipeline information is crucial in guiding construction stakeholders and the government in making strategic decisions about when, where, and how to invest in projects across New Zealand. This research investigates the significance of infrastructure pipeline information in strategic decision-making within construction project management. Furthermore, the study conducts a content analysis of 97 relevant papers from Scopus, utilizing the ATLAS.ti 9 tool to construct a model of infrastructure pipelines and strategic decision-making. The findings emphasize construction stakeholders’ challenges in acquiring high-quality information for decision-making and underscore the critical importance of information quality. The research suggests that individuals at all levels should recognize and take responsibility for improving and maintaining information quality, ultimately enhancing decision-making capabilities. By implementing this recommendation, organizations can achieve operational efficiency and cost reduction, leading to substantial benefits for the construction industry.