Abstracts – Browse Results

Search or browse again.

Click on the titles below to expand the information about each abstract.
Viewing 6 results ...

Al-Reshaid, K, Kartam, N, Tewari, N and Al-Bader, H (2005) A project control process in pre-construction phases: Focus on effective methodology. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 12(04), 351–72.

John, G A, Clements-Croome, D J, Fairey, V and Loy, H M (2005) Contextual prerequisites for the application of ILS principles to the building services industry. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 12(04), 307–28.

Obonyo, E, Anumba, C and Thorpe, T (2005) APRON: an agent-based specification and procurement system for construction products. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 12(04), 329–50.

Shang, H, Anumba, C J, Bouchlaghem, D M, Miles, J C, Cen, M and Taylor, M (2005) An intelligent risk assessment system for distributed construction teams. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 12(04), 391–409.

  • Type: Journal Article
  • Keywords: Architecture; construction engineering; fuzzy logic; risk assessment; worldwide web
  • ISBN/ISSN: 0969-9988
  • URL: http://miranda.emeraldinsight.com/vl=981848/cl=93/nw=1/rpsv/cw/mcb/09699988/v12n4/s5/p391
  • Abstract:
    Purpose - The paper proposes addressing the design and implementation of a web-based risk assessment system that enables remote project team members to assess the risks at the conceptual design stage. Design/methodology/approach - The prototype system is based on a client/server architecture and uses fuzzy logic and web-based technology. A risk assessment scenario is used to demonstrate the operation and benefits of the prototype system. Findings - The research found that the use of a web-based risk assessment system for distributed project team members has major benefits in terms of use of linguistic terms to express risk assessment, ease of communication, ease of maintenance, and greater consistency, among others. Research limitations/implications - There is scope for enhancing the system through the development of a risk management module, improving the user interface and making specific provisions for different project types. Practical implications - The move in industry towards collaborative working practices is supported by systems such as this. Risk assessment is an important area that requires the input of all team members, if evenly distributed. Originality/value - This paper has presented an innovative approach to risk assessment for distributed project teams. It will be of interest to all parties involved in construction projects, particularly those involved in risk assessment.

Teo, E A L, Ling, F Y Y and Ong, D S Y (2005) Fostering safe work behaviour in workers at construction sites. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 12(04), 410–22.

Zhang, H and Tam, C M (2005) Consideration of break in modeling of construction processes. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 12(04), 373–90.