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Organizational Barriers to Productivity and Innovation in Large-Scale, U.S.-Based Photovoltaic System Construction Projects
Publisher: American Society of Civil Engineers
Abstract: It is important to understand how contemporary organizational structures and behaviors might affect the ability of construction companies to expand into new project types. An attempt is made to develop this understanding ...
Opportunism-Focused Transaction Cost Analysis of Public-Private Partnerships
Publisher: American Society of Civil Engineers
Abstract: While the higher efficiency due to better pooling of resources is greatly emphasized in public–private partnerships (PPPs), the embedded transaction inefficiencies are often understated or even ignored. Through the lens ...
Semiautomated Scaffolding Planning: Development of the Feature Lexicon for Computer Application
Publisher: American Society of Civil Engineers
Abstract: The purpose of this research is to go beyond current practices of manual scaffolding planning to posit a computerized practical solution. This paper presents a
Formalization and Automation of Time-Space Conflict Analysis
Publisher: American Society of Civil Engineers
Abstract: With increasing pressure for shorter delivery schedules, space is a critical resource at construction sites. Current industry practice lacks a formalized approach or tool to help project managers analyze spatial conflicts ...
Simulating Learning Dynamics in Project Networks
Publisher: American Society of Civil Engineers
Abstract: In this paper we develop a multiagent simulation model to explore the impact of learning dynamics on the productive implementation of innovations in project networks comprised of designers and contractors. Though researchers ...
Drivers of Data and Analytics Utilization within (Smart) Cities: A Multimethod Approach
Publisher: ASCE
Abstract: Data and analytics can be a facilitator and driver of growth for cities. Their significance will likely continue to grow and be amplified by new technological developments. However, research on cities’ utilization of data ...