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Cheah, C Y J and Garvin, M J (2004) An open framework for corporate strategy in construction. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 11(03), 176–88.

Drew, D S, Tang, S L Y and Lui, C K (2004) Balancing fee and quality in two envelope fee bidding. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 11(03), 159–75.

Kallantzis, A and Lambropoulos, S (2004) Critical path determination by incorporating minimum and maximum time and distance constraints into linear scheduling. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 11(03), 211–22.

Love, P E D, Edwards, D J and Sohal, A (2004) Total quality management in Australian contracting organisations: pre-conditions for successful implementation. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 11(03), 189–98.

  • Type: Journal Article
  • Keywords: Australia; Construction Industry; Change Management; Organizational Culture; Total Quality Management
  • ISBN/ISSN: 0969-9988
  • URL: http://titania.emeraldinsight.com/vl=1289930/cl=13/nw=1/rpsv/cw/mcb/09699988/v11n3/s4/p189
  • Abstract:
    Total quality management (TQM) is widely recognised as an enabler for performance improvement in the construction industry. This paper presents empirical findings from eight contracting organisations that have adopted TQM practices in response to competitive and environmental pressures. Using the NIES "How To" model developed by the Australian Government's National Industry Extension Scheme, the paper describes pragmatic considerations. Case study findings reveal that when implementing TQM, contractors must align their organisational culture with the objectives of their TQM program.

Nepal, M P and Park, M (2004) Downtime model development for construction equipment management. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 11(03), 199–210.

Ng, S T and Chow, L-K (2004) Evaluating engineering consultants' general capabilities during the pre-selection process - a Hong Kong study. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 11(03), 150–8.