Table 12

Factored matrix and principal factor extraction barriers to the adoption of wearable devices

CodeComponents
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EB27Interference with essential activities0.816
EB28Individual privacy and ownership of data0.785
EB21Privacy0.774
EB20Temporary nature of construction0.766
EB26High data storage capacity0.574
EB22Site-related issues0.541
EB3Health and safety concern0.527
EB25Long data processing time
EB10Challenge of power supply0.777
EB11Data management challenge0.687
EB9Technology-related operational difficulties0.647
EB7Cost of training and employing professionals
EB12Lack of proper IT infrastructure
EB6Operating cost0.861
EB5Maintenance cost0.723
EB23Manufacturing requirement
EB4Initial cost
EB16Legal or ethical concerns0.653
EB15Employees compliance0.598
EB19Lack of government support
EB2Lack of integration with existing construction practices and operations0.685
EB13Technology immaturity0.550
EB1Concern for usability
EB8Uncertain cost-benefit relation
EB14Lack of well-trained staff
EB17Resistance to change0.715
EB18Organization culture0.664
EB29Former unsuccessful experience0.647
EB24Lack of well-trained staff0.585

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