| name | data-evolution-analysis |
| description | Analyze data evolution patterns in construction organizations. Assess digital maturity and data strategy for construction companies |
| homepage | https://datadrivenconstruction.io |
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Data Evolution Analysis
Overview
Based on DDC methodology (Chapter 1.1), this skill analyzes data evolution patterns in construction organizations, assessing digital maturity levels from paper-based workflows to fully data-driven operations.
Book Reference: "Эволюция использования данных в строительной отрасли" / "Evolution of Data Usage in Construction"
Quick Start
from dataclasses import dataclass, field
from enum import Enum
from typing import List, Dict, Optional
from datetime import datetime
import json
class MaturityLevel(Enum):
"""Digital maturity levels based on DDC methodology"""
LEVEL_0_PAPER = 0
LEVEL_1_BASIC = 1
LEVEL_2_STRUCTURED = 2
LEVEL_3_INTEGRATED = 3
LEVEL_4_AUTOMATED = 4
LEVEL_5_PREDICTIVE = 5
class DataCategory(Enum):
"""Categories of construction data"""
DESIGN = "design"
COST = "cost"
SCHEDULE = "schedule"
QUALITY = "quality"
SAFETY = "safety"
PROCUREMENT = "procurement"
DOCUMENT = "document"
COMMUNICATION = "communication"
@dataclass
class DataFlowAssessment:
"""Assessment of data flow in an organization"""
category: DataCategory
source_systems: List[str]
storage_format: str
integration_level: float
automation_level: float
data_quality_score: float
issues: List[str] = field(default_factory=list)
@dataclass
class MaturityAssessment:
"""Complete digital maturity assessment"""
organization_name: str
assessment_date: datetime
overall_level: MaturityLevel
category_scores: Dict[DataCategory, float]
data_flows: List[DataFlowAssessment]
strengths: List[str]
weaknesses: List[str]
recommendations: List[str]
roadmap: Dict[str, List[str]]
class DataEvolutionAnalyzer:
"""
Analyze data evolution and digital maturity in construction organizations.
Based on DDC methodology Chapter 1.1.
"""
def __init__(self):
self.assessment_criteria = self._load_criteria()
self.evolution_stages = self._define_evolution_stages()
def _load_criteria(self) -> Dict[DataCategory, Dict]:
"""Load assessment criteria for each category"""
return {
DataCategory.DESIGN: {
"tools": ["CAD", "BIM", "Collaboration Platform"],
"metrics": ["model_usage", "clash_detection", "design_reviews"],
"weight": 0.20
},
DataCategory.COST: {
"tools": ["Spreadsheets", "Estimating Software", "ERP"],
"metrics": ["automation_level", "historical_data", "benchmarking"],
"weight": 0.15
},
DataCategory.SCHEDULE: {
"tools": ["Gantt Charts", "CPM Software", "4D BIM"],
"metrics": ["resource_loading", "progress_tracking", "forecasting"],
"weight": 0.15
},
DataCategory.QUALITY: {
"tools": ["Checklists", "QC Software", "Defect Tracking"],
"metrics": ["inspection_digitization", "defect_analytics", "compliance"],
"weight": 0.12
},
DataCategory.SAFETY: {
"tools": ["Incident Reports", "Safety Software", "IoT Sensors"],
"metrics": ["incident_tracking", "predictive_safety", "training"],
"weight": 0.12
},
DataCategory.PROCUREMENT: {
"tools": ["RFQ Manual", "e-Procurement", "Supply Chain"],
"metrics": ["vendor_management", "material_tracking", "integration"],
"weight": 0.10
},
DataCategory.DOCUMENT: {
"tools": ["File Shares", "DMS", "CDE"],
"metrics": ["version_control", "access_control", "searchability"],
"weight": 0.08
},
DataCategory.COMMUNICATION: {
"tools": ["Email", "Collaboration", "Unified Platform"],
"metrics": ["response_time", "transparency", "audit_trail"],
"weight": 0.08
}
}
def _define_evolution_stages(self) -> Dict[MaturityLevel, Dict]:
"""Define characteristics of each evolution stage"""
return {
MaturityLevel.LEVEL_0_PAPER: {
"name": "Paper-Based",
"description": "Manual, paper-based processes",
"characteristics": [
"Physical document storage",
"Manual data entry",
"Limited data sharing",
"No real-time visibility"
],
"typical_tools": ["Paper forms", "Physical filing"]
},
MaturityLevel.LEVEL_1_BASIC: {
"name": "Basic Digital",
"description": "Basic digitization with standalone tools",
"characteristics": [
"Spreadsheets for calculations",
"Email for communication",
"File shares for storage",
"Manual data transfer between systems"
],
"typical_tools": ["Excel", "Word", "Email", "File shares"]
},
MaturityLevel.LEVEL_2_STRUCTURED: {
"name": "Structured Data",
"description": "Structured databases and specialized software",
"characteristics": [
"Department-specific software",
"Structured databases",
"Basic reporting",
"Some standardization"
],
"typical_tools": ["CAD", "Estimating software", "Project software"]
},
MaturityLevel.LEVEL_3_INTEGRATED: {
"name": "Integrated Systems",
"description": "Connected systems with data flow",
"characteristics": [
"ERP integration",
"BIM adoption",
"Automated workflows",
"Cross-department data sharing"
],
"typical_tools": ["BIM", "ERP", "CDE", "BI dashboards"]
},
MaturityLevel.LEVEL_4_AUTOMATED: {
"name": "Automated & Analytics",
"description": "Automation and advanced analytics",
"characteristics": [
"Automated data collection",
"Machine learning models",
"Predictive analytics",
"Real-time dashboards"
],
"typical_tools": ["ML platforms", "IoT", "Advanced analytics"]
},
MaturityLevel.LEVEL_5_PREDICTIVE: {
"name": "Predictive & Autonomous",
"description": "AI-driven, predictive operations",
"characteristics": [
"Digital twins",
"Autonomous decision support",
"Continuous optimization",
"Predictive maintenance"
],
"typical_tools": ["Digital twins", "AI/ML", "Autonomous systems"]
}
}
def assess_organization(
self,
organization_name: str,
survey_responses: Dict[str, any],
system_inventory: List[Dict],
process_documentation: Optional[Dict] = None
) -> MaturityAssessment:
"""
Perform comprehensive digital maturity assessment.
Args:
organization_name: Name of the organization
survey_responses: Responses from maturity survey
system_inventory: List of systems/tools in use
process_documentation: Optional process documentation
Returns:
Complete maturity assessment
"""
data_flows = self._analyze_data_flows(system_inventory, survey_responses)
category_scores = self._calculate_category_scores(
data_flows, survey_responses
)
overall_score = sum(
score * self.assessment_criteria[cat]["weight"]
for cat, score in category_scores.items()
)
overall_level = self._score_to_level(overall_score)
strengths, weaknesses = self._identify_gaps(category_scores)
recommendations = self._generate_recommendations(
overall_level, weaknesses, data_flows
)
roadmap = self._create_roadmap(overall_level, recommendations)
return MaturityAssessment(
organization_name=organization_name,
assessment_date=datetime.now(),
overall_level=overall_level,
category_scores=category_scores,
data_flows=data_flows,
strengths=strengths,
weaknesses=weaknesses,
recommendations=recommendations,
roadmap=roadmap
)
def _analyze_data_flows(
self,
system_inventory: List[Dict],
survey_responses: Dict
) -> List[DataFlowAssessment]:
"""Analyze data flows between systems"""
flows = []
for category in DataCategory:
category_systems = [
s for s in system_inventory
if s.get("category") == category.value
]
if not category_systems:
flows.append(DataFlowAssessment(
category=category,
source_systems=[],
storage_format="none",
integration_level=0.0,
automation_level=0.0,
data_quality_score=0.0,
issues=["No systems identified for this category"]
))
continue
integration = self._calculate_integration_score(category_systems)
automation = self._calculate_automation_score(
category_systems, survey_responses
)
quality = survey_responses.get(
f"{category.value}_data_quality", 0.5
)
issues = self._identify_flow_issues(
category_systems, integration, automation
)
flows.append(DataFlowAssessment(
category=category,
source_systems=[s["name"] for s in category_systems],
storage_format=category_systems[0].get("format", "unknown"),
integration_level=integration,
automation_level=automation,
data_quality_score=quality,
issues=issues
))
return flows
def _calculate_integration_score(
self, systems: List[Dict]
) -> float:
"""Calculate integration score for systems"""
if not systems:
return 0.0
total_integrations = sum(
len(s.get("integrations", [])) for s in systems
)
max_integrations = len(systems) * 3
return min(1.0, total_integrations / max_integrations)
def _calculate_automation_score(
self,
systems: List[Dict],
survey: Dict
) -> float:
"""Calculate automation score"""
scores = []
for system in systems:
system_score = 0.0
if system.get("has_api"):
system_score += 0.3
if system.get("automated_imports"):
system_score += 0.3
if system.get("automated_exports"):
system_score += 0.2
if system.get("workflow_automation"):
system_score += 0.2
scores.append(system_score)
return sum(scores) / len(scores) if scores else 0.0
def _calculate_category_scores(
self,
data_flows: List[DataFlowAssessment],
survey: Dict
) -> Dict[DataCategory, float]:
"""Calculate maturity score for each category"""
scores = {}
for flow in data_flows:
tool_score = survey.get(f"{flow.category.value}_tool_maturity", 0.5)
process_score = survey.get(f"{flow.category.value}_process_maturity", 0.5)
category_score = (
tool_score * 0.3 +
process_score * 0.2 +
flow.integration_level * 0.2 +
flow.automation_level * 0.2 +
flow.data_quality_score * 0.1
)
scores[flow.category] = category_score
return scores
def _score_to_level(self, score: float) -> MaturityLevel:
"""Convert numeric score to maturity level"""
if score < 0.1:
return MaturityLevel.LEVEL_0_PAPER
elif score < 0.25:
return MaturityLevel.LEVEL_1_BASIC
elif score < 0.45:
return MaturityLevel.LEVEL_2_STRUCTURED
elif score < 0.65:
return MaturityLevel.LEVEL_3_INTEGRATED
elif score < 0.85:
return MaturityLevel.LEVEL_4_AUTOMATED
else:
return MaturityLevel.LEVEL_5_PREDICTIVE
def _identify_gaps(
self,
scores: Dict[DataCategory, float]
) -> tuple[List[str], List[str]]:
"""Identify strengths and weaknesses"""
avg_score = sum(scores.values()) / len(scores)
strengths = [
f"{cat.value}: {score:.0%}"
for cat, score in scores.items()
if score > avg_score + 0.1
]
weaknesses = [
f"{cat.value}: {score:.0%}"
for cat, score in scores.items()
if score < avg_score - 0.1
]
return strengths, weaknesses
def _identify_flow_issues(
self,
systems: List[Dict],
integration: float,
automation: float
) -> List[str]:
"""Identify issues in data flow"""
issues = []
if integration < 0.3:
issues.append("Low system integration - data silos likely")
if automation < 0.3:
issues.append("Manual data transfer required")
if len(systems) > 3:
issues.append("Multiple overlapping systems")
return issues
def _generate_recommendations(
self,
level: MaturityLevel,
weaknesses: List[str],
flows: List[DataFlowAssessment]
) -> List[str]:
"""Generate improvement recommendations"""
recommendations = []
level_recs = {
MaturityLevel.LEVEL_0_PAPER: [
"Implement basic digital tools (spreadsheets, file sharing)",
"Digitize critical paper-based processes",
"Train staff on basic digital skills"
],
MaturityLevel.LEVEL_1_BASIC: [
"Adopt specialized construction software",
"Implement structured data storage",
"Standardize data formats and naming conventions"
],
MaturityLevel.LEVEL_2_STRUCTURED: [
"Integrate key systems (ERP, PM, BIM)",
"Implement Common Data Environment (CDE)",
"Develop automated workflows"
],
MaturityLevel.LEVEL_3_INTEGRATED: [
"Implement advanced analytics and dashboards",
"Explore IoT for automated data collection",
"Develop machine learning models for prediction"
],
MaturityLevel.LEVEL_4_AUTOMATED: [
"Implement digital twin technology",
"Deploy AI-driven decision support",
"Enable predictive maintenance and operations"
],
MaturityLevel.LEVEL_5_PREDICTIVE: [
"Continuous optimization of AI models",
"Expand autonomous decision-making",
"Industry leadership and knowledge sharing"
]
}
recommendations.extend(level_recs.get(level, []))
for flow in flows:
if flow.integration_level < 0.3:
recommendations.append(
f"Improve {flow.category.value} system integrations"
)
if flow.data_quality_score < 0.5:
recommendations.append(
f"Implement data quality controls for {flow.category.value}"
)
return recommendations[:10]
def _create_roadmap(
self,
current_level: MaturityLevel,
recommendations: List[str]
) -> Dict[str, List[str]]:
"""Create phased improvement roadmap"""
return {
"Phase 1 (0-6 months)": recommendations[:3],
"Phase 2 (6-12 months)": recommendations[3:6],
"Phase 3 (12-24 months)": recommendations[6:],
"Target Level": [
f"Move from {current_level.name} to "
f"{MaturityLevel(min(current_level.value + 1, 5)).name}"
]
}
def compare_assessments(
self,
assessments: List[MaturityAssessment]
) -> Dict:
"""Compare multiple assessments over time or across organizations"""
comparison = {
"assessments": len(assessments),
"levels": [a.overall_level.name for a in assessments],
"trends": {},
"best_practices": []
}
for category in DataCategory:
scores = [a.category_scores[category] for a in assessments]
comparison["trends"][category.value] = {
"scores": scores,
"improvement": scores[-1] - scores[0] if len(scores) > 1 else 0
}
return comparison
def generate_report(
self,
assessment: MaturityAssessment
) -> str:
"""Generate executive summary report"""
stage_info = self.evolution_stages[assessment.overall_level]
report = f"""
# Digital Maturity Assessment Report
## {assessment.organization_name}
**Assessment Date:** {assessment.assessment_date.strftime('%Y-%m-%d')}
**Overall Maturity Level:** {assessment.overall_level.name} - {stage_info['name']}
### Executive Summary
{stage_info['description']}
### Category Scores
"""
for cat, score in assessment.category_scores.items():
bar = "█" * int(score * 10) + "░" * (10 - int(score * 10))
report += f"- {cat.value.title()}: {bar} {score:.0%}\n"
report += "\n### Strengths\n"
for strength in assessment.strengths:
report += f"- {strength}\n"
report += "\n### Areas for Improvement\n"
for weakness in assessment.weaknesses:
report += f"- {weakness}\n"
report += "\n### Recommendations\n"
for i, rec in enumerate(assessment.recommendations, 1):
report += f"{i}. {rec}\n"
report += "\n### Roadmap\n"
for phase, items in assessment.roadmap.items():
report += f"\n**{phase}**\n"
for item in items:
report += f"- {item}\n"
return report
class DataEvolutionTracker:
"""Track data evolution over time"""
def __init__(self, organization_name: str):
self.organization = organization_name
self.history: List[MaturityAssessment] = []
self.milestones: List[Dict] = []
def add_assessment(self, assessment: MaturityAssessment):
"""Add new assessment to history"""
self.history.append(assessment)
self._check_milestones(assessment)
def _check_milestones(self, assessment: MaturityAssessment):
"""Check if any milestones were reached"""
if len(self.history) > 1:
prev = self.history[-2]
if assessment.overall_level.value > prev.overall_level.value:
self.milestones.append({
"date": assessment.assessment_date,
"type": "level_up",
"description": f"Advanced from {prev.overall_level.name} "
f"to {assessment.overall_level.name}"
})
for cat in DataCategory:
if assessment.category_scores[cat] - prev.category_scores[cat] > 0.2:
self.milestones.append({
"date": assessment.assessment_date,
"type": "category_improvement",
"description": f"Significant improvement in {cat.value}"
})
def get_evolution_summary(self) -> Dict:
"""Get summary of evolution over time"""
if not self.history:
return {"error": "No assessments recorded"}
return {
"organization": self.organization,
"first_assessment": self.history[0].assessment_date,
"latest_assessment": self.history[-1].assessment_date,
"starting_level": self.history[0].overall_level.name,
"current_level": self.history[-1].overall_level.name,
"total_assessments": len(self.history),
"milestones": self.milestones,
"level_progression": [a.overall_level.value for a in self.history]
}
Common Use Cases
Assess Current Digital Maturity
analyzer = DataEvolutionAnalyzer()
systems = [
{"name": "AutoCAD", "category": "design", "has_api": False},
{"name": "Revit", "category": "design", "has_api": True, "integrations": ["Navisworks"]},
{"name": "Excel", "category": "cost", "has_api": False},
{"name": "MS Project", "category": "schedule", "has_api": False},
{"name": "Email", "category": "communication", "has_api": False}
]
survey = {
"design_tool_maturity": 0.6,
"design_process_maturity": 0.5,
"design_data_quality": 0.7,
"cost_tool_maturity": 0.3,
"cost_process_maturity": 0.4,
"cost_data_quality": 0.5,
"schedule_tool_maturity": 0.4,
"schedule_process_maturity": 0.3,
"schedule_data_quality":
}
assessment = analyzer.assess_organization(
organization_name=,
survey_responses=survey,
system_inventory=systems
)
()
()
Track Evolution Over Time
tracker = DataEvolutionTracker("Construction Co")
tracker.add_assessment(q1_assessment)
tracker.add_assessment(q2_assessment)
tracker.add_assessment(q3_assessment)
summary = tracker.get_evolution_summary()
print(f"Progress: {summary['starting_level']} → {summary['current_level']}")
print(f"Milestones: {len(summary['milestones'])}")
Generate Executive Report
report = analyzer.generate_report(assessment)
print(report)
with open("maturity_report.md", "w") as f:
f.write(report)
Quick Reference
| Component | Purpose |
|---|
DataEvolutionAnalyzer | Main assessment engine |
MaturityLevel | 6 levels from paper to predictive |
DataCategory | 8 categories (design, cost, schedule, etc.) |
DataFlowAssessment | Analyze data flows per category |
MaturityAssessment | Complete assessment results |
DataEvolutionTracker | Track progress over time |
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