Abstract: This paper brings forth from the literature a series of learning curve models and evaluates them through the lens of the construction industry. The review suggests that there is still no consensus on which model provides ...

Abstract: The construction industry in the United States and other parts of the world has been facing several challenges, including a shortage of skilled workers. A review of the relevant body of knowledge indicates that one of the ...

Abstract: This paper briefly characterizes today’s United States (U.S.) construction workforce, and attempts to provide evidence for what the construction industry most values in its workers. It presents the social and demographic ...

Abstract: This paper brings forth from the literature a series of learning curve models and evaluates them through the lens of the construction industry. The review suggests that there is still no consensus on which model provides ...

Abstract: Construction projects are data-rich environments. However, those data are usually captured for site-specific reasons, e.g., the filing and approval of inspection requests, with little regard to how they can be leveraged ...