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Sustainable Logistics Planning in Modular Integrated Construction Using Multimethod Simulation and Taguchi Approach
Publisher: ASCE
Abstract: This study examined logistics planning in the modular integrated construction supply chain (MiC-SC). Existing models overlook two important characteristics of the MiC-SC—the dynamic behavior of its stakeholders, and the ...
Evaluation Model for Influences of Driving Forces for Electronic Procurement Systems Application in Ghanaian Construction Projects
Publisher: ASCE
Abstract: Recent recognition for increased digitization of construction processes presents an important need to accelerate electronic procurement systems (EPS) application on projects. The EPS uptake rate in construction is relatively ...
Critical Barriers to International Construction Joint Ventures Success: Multiexpert Views and Contextual Disparities
Publisher: ASCE
Abstract: International construction joint ventures (ICJVs) have evolved as an effective approach to sustainable development, given their myriad socioeconomic and environmental benefits. Despite the benefits, the successful ...
Using Machine Learning to Improve Cost and Duration Prediction Accuracy in Green Building Projects
Publisher: ASCE
Abstract: A major source of risk in green building projects (GBPs) is inaccurate human prediction of the final project cost and duration, which in turn results in cost and schedule overruns (i.e., poor project performance). ...
Electronic Procurement Systems Adoption in Construction Procurement: A Global Survey on the Barriers and Strategies from the Developed and Developing Economies
Publisher: ASCE
Abstract: With digital technologies providing sustainable avenues for addressing construction problems, electronic procurement systems (EPS) offer viable solutions for transforming construction procurement processes in projects. ...
Barriers Affecting the Adoption of Green Building Technologies
Publisher: American Society of Civil Engineers
Evaluating the Corruption Susceptibility Index of Infrastructure Procurement and Management in the Developed Context: The Case of Hong Kong
Publisher: ASCE
Abstract: This study evaluates the susceptibility patterns of the procurement process of infrastructure projects to corruption in Hong Kong. An expert survey is conducted with infrastructure-related professionals from Hong Kong (HK) ...
Corrupt Practices in the Construction Industry: Survey of Ghanaian Experience
Publisher: American Society of Civil Engineers
Abstract: Across the globe, corruption presents a major risk that reduces construction project performances by inflating costs and reducing the quality of the infrastructure commissioned. In developing countries, corruption stifles ...