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- The tool will serve as a benchmarking system for contractors to evaluate the level of digital integration within their operations.
KUALA LUMPUR (Oct 29): The Construction Industry Development Board (CIDB), in partnership with the Master Builders Association Malaysia (MBAM), has announced the introduction of the Construction Digital Maturity Index (CDMI), a new framework aimed at assessing a company’s level of digital integration in construction projects.
The initiative was unveiled by Minister of Works Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi during the opening ceremony of the 27th International Construction Week (ICW) at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (Mitec) on Wednesday.
Describing the CDMI as the first of its kind in Malaysia, Alexander said the tool will serve as a benchmarking system for contractors to evaluate the level of digital integration within their operations.
“The CDMI is a framework designed to evaluate and benchmark contractors’ digital readiness. It will enable companies to assess their level of digital maturity against industry standards,” he said.
CIDB CEO Zainora Zainal added that the system is currently in its preliminary phase and will be refined with input from industry players before full implementation, citing that once they have established the benchmark, they can determine the necessary programmes and identify how best to assist companies that are still at the early stages of digital adoption. No further information was disclosed, but she said more information on the system will be announced in due course.
In addition to the digitalisation initiative, Alexander also announced a memorandum of understanding (MOU) between CIDB and Perak Housing and Property Board (LPHP) to promote sustainable housing and infrastructure development in the state.
Under the MOU, LPHP will adopt several CIDB tools, including the Quality Assessment System for Building Construction Works (Qlassic), Safety and Health Assessment System in Construction (Shassic), Malaysian Carbon Reduction and Environmental Sustainability Tool (MyCREST), and Infrastructure Sustainability Rating Tool (INFRASTAR), to ensure project quality, safety, and sustainability.
The ICW, held together with the BuildXpo 2025, is organised by CIDB. Running from Oct 28 to 30, it features a conference, exhibitions, and competitions showcasing innovation and collaboration within the construction sector.
Deputy Minister of Works Ahmad Maslan, who was also present, said this year’s event has seen broader participation and higher business engagement. The number of participating countries rose from nine last year to 11 this year, with a projected RM700 million in potential sales.
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