Exploring Networked Business Model for Electrifying Swedish Construction Industry From An Industrial Network Perspective

Abstract

With the goal of realizing net zero emission by 2045, the electrification in Swedish construction industry is gaining more attention. The exploration in this area just started but already presented challenges from two aspects: lack of collaborative net- work and lack of motivation. The former challenge occurs mainly because of the feature of construction industry, which accounts for the slow adoption of innovation in general. The latter one is triggered by new demands due to the electrification. In order to address these challenges and facilitate electrification in Swedish construction industry, networked business model is explored following the process of identifying current and potential business network, organizing challenges and opportunities, and finally proposing three business models, covering integrated pilot project solution, integrated electric equipment solution and integrated power supply solution.