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Agha, R H and Kamara, J M (2017) Adaptations in traditional courtyard houses in Baghdad, Iraq. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 35(04), 348–63.

Al-Ghassani, A M, Kamara, J M, Anumba, C J and Carrillo, P M (2004) An innovative approach to identifying knowledge management problems. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 11(05), 349–57.

Al-Ghassani, A M, Kamara, J M, Anumba, C J and Carrillo, P M (2006) Prototype System for Knowledge Problem Definition. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 132(05), 516–24.

Chen, Y and Kamara, J M (2005) The use of mobile computing in construction information management. In: Khosrowshahi, F (Ed.), Proceedings 21st Annual ARCOM Conference, 7-9 September 2005, London, UK. Association of Researchers in Construction Management, Vol. 1, 581–90.

Chen, Y and Kamara, J M (2008) Using mobile computing for construction site information management. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 15(01), 7–20.

Hegazy, T and Kamarah, E (2008) Efficient Repetitive Scheduling for High-Rise Construction. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 134(04), 253–64.

Heidrich, O, Kamara, J, Maltese, S, Re Cecconi, F and Dejaco, M C (2017) A critical review of the developments in building adaptability. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 35(04), 284–303.

Kamara, J M (2012) Integration in the project development process of a Private Finance Initiative (PFI) project. Architectural Engineering and Design Management, 8(04), 228-45.

• Type: Journal Article
• Keywords: building lifecycle management; integration; PFI projects; project development
• ISBN/ISSN: 1745-2007
• URL: https://doi.org/10.1080/17452007.2012.666729
• Abstract:
  Private Finance Initiative (PFI) projects are a form of public private partnership where a single (private sector) organization provides the financing, design, construction and operation of facility over a 25/30-year period. This article reports a case study of a PFI project involving three multi-faceted organizations. The aim was to explore issues around integration in the project development stage, compare this with construction project integration and identify enablers and inhibitors for achieving building lifecycle integration with respect to the interface between the client and project organizations. The findings suggest that although PFI procurement provides a framework for building lifecycle integration, it does not necessarily bridge the gap between client and private sector organizations in building lifecycle management; nor does it enhance the integration of the different interfaces over the lifecycle of a building, which include: integration of business activities with projects; integration within a project organization; and integration of project with the asset portfolio of a project. The findings underscore the need for robust information exchange and knowledge management systems to ensure true lifecycle integration of building information and activities, especially in bridging the gap between client and construction organizations involved in the creation and management of buildings.

Kamara, J M (2017) Maintaining focus on clients’ requirements using the DQI tool: Towards a requirements-oriented project process. Built Environment Project and Asset Management, 7(03), 271-83.

Kamara, J M, Anumba, C J and Evbuomwan, N F O (2000) Establishing and processing client requirements-a key aspect of concurrent engineering in construction. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 7(01), 15–28.

Kamara, J M, Anumba, C J and Hobbs, B (1999) From briefing to client requirements processing. In: Hughes, W (Ed.), Proceedings 15th Annual ARCOM Conference, 15-17 September 1999, Liverpool, UK. Association of Researchers in Construction Management, Vol. 1, 317–26.

Kamara, J M, Augenbroe, G, Anumba, C J and Carrillo, P M (2002) Knowledge management in the architecture, engineering and construction industry. Construction Innovation, 2(01), 53–67.