Impacto del uso de bitácoras de gestión de obras: propuesta estandarizada para pequeñas empresas de construcción en Colombia

Abstract

This study analyzes the impact of the use—or lack thereof—of construction logbooks in the project management of small construction companies in Colombia, emphasizing their critical role in technical, administrative, and regulatory processes. Accordingly, the main objective was to propose a methodological guide with standardized guidelines that promote the efficient use of logbooks in low-digitalization contexts, ensuring consistency with the current legal framework. To achieve this, a mixed-method approach was adopted, combining surveys administered to 35 sector workers with a rigorous documentary analysis of national regulations (Law 80 of 1993, Decree 1082 of 2015, NSR-10, among others). Among the most notable findings, a limited and sporadic use of logbooks was identified, along with significant difficulties in decision traceability, technical supervision, contractual compliance, and conflict resolution. Consequently, the study proposes a standardized logbook—adaptable to both physical and digital formats—designed to improve not only operational and documentary efficiency but also regulatory compliance. Finally, it is concluded that its implementation, supported by basic training and internal validation mechanisms, represents a viable and coherent strategy aligned with the actual dynamics of the Colombian construction environment.