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Chotibhongs, R and Arditi, D (2012) Analysis of collusive bidding behaviour. Construction Management and Economics, 30(03), 221-31.

Devapriya, K A K and Ganesan, S (2002) Technology transfer subcontracting in developing countries through. Building Research & Information, 30(03), 171–82.

English, J (2002) Managing cultural differences to improve industrial efficiency. Building Research & Information, 30(03), 196–204.

Kumaraswamy, M M and Shrestha, G B (2002) Targeting 'technology exchange' for faster organizational and industry development. Building Research & Information, 30(03), 183–95.

Lopes, J, Ruddock, L and Ribeiro, F L (2002) Investment in construction and economic growth in developing countries. Building Research & Information, 30(03), 152–9.

Ngowi, A B, Iwisi, D S and Mushi, R J (2002) Competitive strategy of low financial in a context resources. Building Research & Information, 30(03), 205–11.

Type: Journal Article
Keywords: cost reduction; leadership; production manager; resource control; waste management
ISBN/ISSN: 0144-6193
URL: https://doi.org/10.1080/01446193.2012.658823
Abstract:
What construction firms do - and do not do - to reduce the use of resources in construction projects is explored by adopting production managers' views of their firms' onsite activities. A literature review and empirical data are combined; 15 production managers have been asked how they perceived their company's compliance with 31 recommendations to reduce the use of resources. The managers perceived their firms to primarily focus on identifying their customers' real needs, stimulating employees to undertake further education, and striving for long-term customer-supplier relationships. In contrast, they perceived that less attention was directed to making use of all of the week's hours, to supporting their main suppliers in their development, and planning feedback and training after project completion. The use of resources is examined by focusing on the perceived low priority given to gathering information and knowledge, as well as to reducing time and the need for long-term relationships with customers in contrast to short-term relationships with suppliers. The managers adopted a project-specific approach mainly to the use of material resources. A more holistic view of resources could enable the development of novel solutions in construction.

Schoenwitz, M, Naim, M and Potter, A (2012) The nature of choice in mass customized house building. Construction Management and Economics, 30(03), 203-19.